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New Zealand's 15 most popular franz josef town tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Fly 25 minutes over Franz Josef Glacier, then snap photos on a snow or alpine landing spot above the Southern Alps.
“Our pilot, Aaron was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, passionate, friendly easy to talk to. He has the best job in the world and is the best at that job!”
Fly 35 minutes over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman glaciers, plus a 10-minute snow landing with live headset commentary.
“Everything was amazing an experience not to be missed.”
A helicopter ride and guided walk onto Franz Josef Glacier. Gear included, stories from experts, and close-up ice features in one half-day.
“A must do activity when visiting the NZ South Island.. It was a crystal cear day for our helicopter flights and the guided hike on the Glacier. The views were stunning.. The hike was a great balance of terrain (up & down) side steps or crawling through passages..Our guide "Ryan" was close by to help…”
Half-day guided walk to Fox Glacier viewpoints through Westland rainforest, geology and geothermal hand-dip, tea break and Mt Tasman views.
“Our guide Bella was very knowledgeable and ensured the pace was good for everyone. We thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon.”
Fly 45 minutes over Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers, then step onto snow for 15 minutes of Westland views and photos.
“They were very helpful and flexible since the weather is unpredictable. They assisted us to change and find another slot with a very short notice. I greatly appreciated The flight definitely is a MUST do activity if you are in Franz J. Our pilot Edine was very good professional, our flight was so stable I…”
Kayak Lake Mapourika for 3 hours with waterproof gear and a guide, paddling into Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary near Franz Josef.
“Good trip and excellent guide Shane. Lots of interesting information. Very easy that part of our fee was given to conservation projects.”
Tandem sky jump over Franz Josef from up to 18,000 ft. Freefall, glacier and rainforest views, all equipment, in about 3 hours.
“It was amazing. First time skydiving and it was phenomenal. Lauren was the woman who took us to the airfield and assisted us. Very knowledgeable on Franz Josef and lots of banter. Danny was my skydiving instructor. Absolute legend of a man. Honestly couldn’t fault the experience”
A 20-minute helicopter ride over Franz Josef Glacier with a real snow landing, Southern Alps views, and pilot commentary via headsets.
“We loved the whole experience. It was fantastic being able to land on the glacier and walk around. An unforgettable experience.”
Kayak Lake Mapourika then walk a private rainforest track at Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary near Franz Josef. Tea, photos, and birds.
“Great tour. Our guides Pickles and Rowi were very knowledgeable and had lots of information on the local area and its surroundings. Blessed with lovely weather and the scenery was stunning.”
Fly above Franz Josef Glacier in 20 minutes, then land on snow for up-close views of ice falls, crevasses, and panoramic ice fields.
30-minute helicopter flight from Franz Josef to Tasman Glacier, with a glacier landing and views of Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Tasman.
“We were very excited by the idea of a helicopter ride over the glacier area and it did not disappoint! Gabriel the pilot was knowledgeable and friendly, and the flight and landings were super smooth, much to the relief of my fellow passenger who had been put off helicopter trips years ago by a rather…”
Franz Josef Kiwi VIP backstage tour: guided look at kiwi incubation plus Tuatara encounter at West Coast Wildlife Centre with small groups.
“Disappointing, kiwis seemed very unhappy. VIP turned out being two big groups and we were split, furthermore no eggs being bred”
See kiwi (no glass), tuatara, and the new Ambassador Penguin Encounter in Franz Josef at an all-weather wildlife centre that funds conservation.
“Geweldig! Echt een aanrader!”
A 60-minute Franz Josef helicopter ride over four glaciers with two snow landings, pilot commentary, and photo-ready ice views.
“It was great”
Small-group Franz Josef to Queenstown tour via Wanaka with West Coast highlights, easy walks, lunch, and guided stops for big views.
“Chauffeur was Reliable and friendly. Good choice if you don’t want to drive. Need better effective insect repellents on the van.”
