A tad squeezy but totally worth it! We were looking at reviews and also checking out the shops in Franz on the first day of our trip.... read more The weather was changing drastically because they were expecting a cyclone which seems like a pretty regular thing so all flights were cancelled that day. We didn’t want to stay in Franz for another day to wait out and based on the suggestion, we decided to head south and loop back to tekapo on our last few days to try our luck again on helicopter. Both Tekapo Helicopter and Air Safari were our top choices but eventually we went with Tekapo because the lady were very helpful on the phone to make the arrangement for us. Highly recommend to take the grand tour on helicopter just for the experience, don’t go for less 🙂

P/S: you can’t bring any bags onto the copters so only a camera with you. They would also try to squeeze in 6 people if there are some folks who are smaller in size so just be aware the space is quite tight and they would rotate you beside front and back seats and shuffle you on the back so it’s not all bad view. Just make sure you speak out or ask for a swap in seating after landing on the pad above the peak. read ess

Bucket List ticked We chose to do the Flight 4- Grand Tour and so glad we did.

From the moment we checked in we... read more were met by friendly staff. As we were the first flight of the morning, they explained that changes in weather conditions would determine our flight time. Luckily for us we had perfect blue skies, minimal wind and crisp snow. Our pilot was informative and ensured all on board had a birdseye view of the sights. Landing on the glacier was unreal. I couldn’t stop taking photos as it was incredible. A special bucket List moment. Highly recommend this company for their professionalism and customer service. read ess

Loved it What an amazing experience the guys at Tekapo helicopters gave us. From start to finish it was of the utmost... read more professionalism. The views were absolutely stunning also. I can highly recommend a flight . read ess

Amazing experience not to be missed! Me and my wife drove all the way to franz Josef purely for this helicopter ride and snow landing, and... read more it was totally worth every penny! The view and scenery was totally worth it! ALTHOUGH sometimes they require a minimum number of people to fly even if you have already booked the tour, so we were glad that someonelse joined in the last minute so we were able to fly. I recommend checking that with them before you confirm. read ess

Great value for money. Highlight of our NZ holiday. We had an amazing experience with Haast Heli. Staff were all extremely professional, they planned a great flight up the... read more coast line landing on the beach and flying in land back over the river. Scott’s knowledge was incredible, gave us a local in sight to this stunning area, pointing out landmarks and wildlife. We saw dolphins, seals and penguins. Scotts expertise in flying ensured that we always felt comfortable and safe. The coast line from the air is AMAZING!!!

My partner was very anxious of flying in a helicopter both Scott and Sheri reassured him that if at any time he was uncomfortable being in the air that they will return and land the helicopter immediately. He loved the flight and is very keen to do it again.

Great value for money. We can highly recommend to anyone wanting not wanting to just be a number on the more commercial flight like what we saw at the glaciers.

We will return for a longer flight next time we are in New Zealand. Thanks again Haast Heli. More read ess

Amazing experience ! This experience could be described in one word: outstanding! The views, the service, our pilot Josh, .. everything about this... read more trip was great! We only visited the Franz Josef Glacier but what an amazing experience, incredible! read ess

Could Not Have Asked for More Although the sales and administration of the company was very laid-back, the actual trip lived up to all expectations and... read more more.

The pilot was professional and all safety regulations followed. The helicopter was clean and seemed to work perfectly.

The commentary was informative and chatting with both the pilot and 'trainee' being very approachable and knew their 'stuff'. Would recommend to anyone that this is the trip of a life-time.

Although we did not do a similar flight from Franz or Fox (the wind was too high) but I think we got the better deal. We flew over both glaziers and landed on the Neve of Fox as well as flying around Mt Cook. read ess

Amazing experience....and a view that needs to be seen to be believed! We spent one night in Franz Josef last week and thought that it would be more practical and less expensive... read more to see the Franz Josef glacier, by foot. We did some research on Trip Advisor and it soon became apparent to us that walking to it wouldn’t be as good as flying over it. Our motel suggested Fox and Franz Josef Heliservices and rang them on our behalf to see if they had any seats available. Luck was on our side as well as the weather and there were seats available on a morning flight. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by the friendly staff. Firstly Brad P was so friendly and helpful ensuring we understood the safety requirements and also helped us on and off the helicopter. Bill, our pilot, made us feel at ease immediately and provided lots of information during the flight, about the glacier. Being able to land on the top and take the most amazing photos was a highlight. If your tossing up whether to do the walk or the flight, don’t think too long and do the flight! It was the most amazing experience that my husband and I have had the privilege to do. To see the most spectacular view so close up was a privilege we will never forget. Thanks to the team, we would highly recommend, absolute value for money. Jo and Wayne, Australia. read ess

Breathtaking! We took the hour tour with glacier landing. It was smooth incredible ride with spectacular views and photo ops. Highly... read more recommend it. One of the highlights of our New Zealand trip!! Would do it again in a heartbeat! read ess