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15 Best Helicopter Tours In New Zealand

New Zealand's best.

New Zealand's 15 most popular helicopter tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

15 Best Helicopter Tours In New Zealand

Franz Josef Glacier: Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Franz Josef Glacier: Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing - What you’ll see from the sky: moraine, crevasses, and Southern Alps peaks

1.Franz Josef Glacier: Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Most Popular★ 4.8

Fly 25 minutes over Franz Josef Glacier, then snap photos on a snow or alpine landing spot above the Southern Alps.

“Absolutely amazing flight on the helicopter They were telling us that our helicopter pilot was his first time flying us, which is hilarious, but it was such a smooth ride. And the views were spectacular, he told us a little bit of a history of what was going on. But we could barely hear him…”

619 reviews25 minFrom $230by Glacier Country Helicopters

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Franz Josef: 35min Helicopter Trip over Two Glaciers

Franz Josef: 35min Helicopter Trip over Two Glaciers - The helicopter route: Franz Josef first, then Fox or Tasman

2.Franz Josef: 35min Helicopter Trip over Two Glaciers

★ 4.8

Fly 35 minutes over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman glaciers, plus a 10-minute snow landing with live headset commentary.

“The staff were wonderful. Done their best to ensure we got to do a helicopter ride over the snow even though the weather made landing impossible. Great trip would definitely do again if I returned. Thank you. Recommend this tour.”

451 reviews35 minFrom $289by Glacier Country Helicopters

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Mount Cook: Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Mount Cook: Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing - What happens at Mount Cook Aerodrome before you ever lift off

3.Mount Cook: Scenic Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

★ 4.8

25-minute Mt Cook helicopter with alpine landing in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, Tasman Valley views, glacier lake sights, $226 pp.

“Extraordinary experience. Professional and very efficient book in. Pilot informative. Landing on snow was almost spriritual experience. One of best travelling events we have had.”

442 reviews25 minFrom $226by INFLITE Mt Cook Ski Planes & Helicopters

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Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing - How the 35-minute schedule actually plays out

Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer

Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer - From native forest to helipad: why that short walk sets the tone

5.Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer

★ 4.7

A helicopter ride and guided walk onto Franz Josef Glacier. Gear included, stories from experts, and close-up ice features in one half-day.

“We were very happy the weather allowed us to do the heli hike - it was special to experience a glacier for the first time. Everything was well organized, communication was clear, and safety is clearly their top priority. A small downside was the pacing. Our group included a few slower participants, and at the…”

322 reviews4 - 8 hoursFrom $475by Franz Josef Glacier Guides

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Fox Glacier: Up to 3 Hours Hike with Helicopter Transfer

Fox Glacier: Up to 3 Hours Hike with Helicopter Transfer - Two helicopter rides over Fox Glacier: why the view is part of the deal

6.Fox Glacier: Up to 3 Hours Hike with Helicopter Transfer

★ 4.9

Helicopter into Fox Glacier for up to 3 hours of guided crampon hiking, ice caves, arches, and icefalls, with expert commentary.

“Campbell and Oliver were great guides who were so well informed, despite our 100 questions, and led us even in poor weather. The flight itself was scenic and well handled, with the hike well laid out and suitable for everybody.”

309 reviews4 hoursFrom $448by Fox Glacier Guiding

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Queenstown: Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Tour & Alpine Landing

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Tour & Alpine Landing - Alpine landing: snow boots in winter, rugged ground in summer

7.Queenstown: Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Tour & Alpine Landing

★ 4.9

Queenstown helicopter tour with an alpine landing. 25 minutes of Lake Wakatipu views, snow or summer terrain, and hotel pickup.

“Stunning day at Queenstown, scottie is our pilot and very professional and experienced. Especially with little kids we found he flew very stable for takeoff & landing. The landing on the remarkables was amazing view and great experience for our family :) certainly recommending for next trip or friends & family !”

291 reviews25 minFrom $230by The Helicopter Line Queenstown

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Mount Cook: Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight

Mount Cook: Ski Plane and Helicopter Glacier Combo Flight - What You See Over the Tasman Valley: Hochstetter Icefall and Blue Glacier Ice

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Helicopter Ride and Hike

Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Helicopter Ride and Hike - Aoraki/Mount Cook From the Air: Those Two 15-Minute Helicopter Segments

9.Mount Cook: 3-Hour Tasman Glacier Helicopter Ride and Hike

★ 4.9

A 3-hour Mount Cook heli-hike: helicopter scenic flights over Aoraki/Mount Cook plus up to 2 hours walking Tasman Glacier.

“The receptions and the staff were nice to us and provided a very clear introduction and briefing to us prior to the beginning of the events. They have all sorts of equipment that we could borrow, including Rain coats, backpacks, etc. My guides, Hunter and Kirby, are friendly and professional.”

235 reviews3 hoursFrom $537by Mt Cook Glacier Guiding

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Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing - The Alpine Landing: The 10-Minute Moment You’ll Remember

10.Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

★ 5.0

Fly the West Coast glaciers in a helicopter with an alpine landing near Franz Josef, where weather decides the snow show.

“Scenic flight across the Franz Josef and Fox Glaziers, amazing views and a must do activity if you’re in Franz Josef. 10/10 activity. Weather dependant on the snow landing as safety is the priiority.”

215 reviewsFrom $238.92by Glacier Country Helicopters

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Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Flight

Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Flight - Skippers Canyon and Rees Valley: What the Route Shows From Above

11.Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Flight

★ 4.9

Helicopter flight from Queenstown over Mt Aspiring glaciers, with a chance to land on the ice and see the Earnslaw Burn hanging glacier.

“it was spectacular!!!! Alfie was very friendly and engaging throughout the flight. The views were amazing. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone.”

202 reviews50 minFrom $408by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters

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Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing - Getting the Most Out of the 25 Minutes in the Air

12.Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★ 5.0

Take a 25-minute helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a snow landing for up-close ice views, photos, and wow-factor.

“This absolutely exceeded my expectations, the pilot was fabulous, the views unbelievable and the snow landing wonderful! Totally recommend to anyone considering it, well worth the money!”

197 reviewsFrom $245.05by Glacier Helicopters

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Franz Josef: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing - The timing: 20–25 minutes in the air, plus the snow landing

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown - Milford Sound cruise: close-up scenery without the slog

Queenstown: Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing - Lake Wakatipu to the Southern Alps: what you actually see from the air

15.Queenstown: Pilot’s Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing

★ 5.0

A 25-minute Queenstown helicopter flight over the Remarkables with a real alpine landing and pilot commentary.

“Our flight was cancelled due to bad weather and we were so disappointed, but as soon as it cleared up, they rang us and went above and beyond to make it one of the most memorable experiences we have ever had! Highly recommend. One note of advice though, make sure you check the currency you…”

168 reviewsFrom $245.05by Totally Tourism - The Helicopter Line

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