Wow..just wow ! With some trepidation I boarded the helicopter ( front seat as instructed by pilot) and we took off. The experience... read moreWith some trepidation I boarded the helicopter ( front seat as instructed by pilot) and we took off. The experience was out of this world and Bill our pilot was very friendly and explained everything you would like to know about the glaciers, pools, rivers etc that we went over. Landing on the glacier seemed unreal, but we have photographic evidence that we did it. I would highly recommend this company. Thanks for the memories of a lifetime. My husband described it as “ an emotional experience “. Thank you. read ess

Crazy experience! Weather forecast didn't look very good, and from the ground, the mountains seemed a bit cloudy, but oh boy! Once... read moreWeather forecast didn't look very good, and from the ground, the mountains seemed a bit cloudy, but oh boy! Once up there, clear skies above the glacier and a few dramatic clouds along the cliffs for good measure, created one of the most amazing views!
Being able to land and crawl in the snow for some time while our pilot took a few pics was super cool too 🙂
Overall, a highly recommended experience to top your visit of the west coast! read ess

Spectacular experience.. What an amazing experience. Awesome service, wonderful female pilot. The scenery and beauty is pure perfection. Loved this!

FANTASTIC Richard was great at introduction and getting us on an earlier flight. Jamie’s flying was top notch. Great landing on... read moreRichard was great at introduction and getting us on an earlier flight. Jamie’s flying was top notch. Great landing on Franz Josef Glacier. Excellent knowledge of the region and shared it with us in an interesting format. We lucked out as we had joined a party with a longer tour so we got to see even more. Flight up awesome. Hovered at 8000 or so feet to see Alpine Goats. Jamie had us setup to see all there was available. There may be other companies doing similar stuff but this is #1. read ess

Awesome View Took the 60 minute flight and it was a trip of a lifetime, we had an amazing pilot called Brooke,... read moreTook the 60 minute flight and it was a trip of a lifetime, we had an amazing pilot called Brooke, He was the best and so knowledgable about the area, the commentary was great and pointed out key things and showed us a great time!! Not to be missed for sure!!The ground staff where awesome as well and very professional and safe! read ess

Fantastic experience! Took a short flight with two friends along the coast to see seals basking, then back over the bush. Felt... read moreTook a short flight with two friends along the coast to see seals basking, then back over the bush. Felt in very safe hands at all times and loved the whole experience. Excellent value for such a brilliant opportunity read ess

Amazing!! Could not recommend this any higher, we took a quick flight along the coast to see a seal colony and... read moreCould not recommend this any higher, we took a quick flight along the coast to see a seal colony and also landed on top of one of the hills to take in the amazing views.

Great value and amazing service! read ess

Stunning trip - amazing view of the glaciers Staying near the top end of Lake Wanaka in Makaroa I was a three-hour drive from Franz Josef but couldn't... read moreStaying near the top end of Lake Wanaka in Makaroa I was a three-hour drive from Franz Josef but couldn't resist the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the glaciers. Given the tight timeframe, I opted after hearing positive recommendations to do the twin-glacier flight with a snow landing. I was lucky enough to score a front seat on the first leg, however all the 6 passenger seats on the Airbus chopper have great views. The staff at check-in were so friendly and helpful, and pilots give on overview of the glaciers during the flight via the headsets. We had a great view of both the Fox and Franz glaciers, landing on a mountain top in the snow to experience the mountain air and take more photos.
Well worth the extravagance to fit this trip in I'll never forget it - absolute bucket list thing to do!

Tip: try and book a flight in the morning, the earlier the better. The weather can close in later in the day and morning flights are less likely to be weather affected. More read ess

Flight to Milford Sound Originally we had booked a 30 minute flight. At the last minute we changed our mind and asked if we... read moreOriginally we had booked a 30 minute flight. At the last minute we changed our mind and asked if we could fly to Milford Sound instead. They were very accommodating and came up with a flight for us that that included a breathtakingly beautiful flight through the mountains to stunning Sterling Falls, a landing in Milford Sound with time to explore. The return flight flew along the Tasmin Sea coastline spotting dolphins, seals and with another landing on a remote beach on the Fiordland coastline. We left Haast at 11:30 and returned at 4:15. Our pilot Scott was excellent and this flight has turned out to be the highlight of our entire month and stay in New Zealand. read ess