Glacier country scenic flights

Take in breathtaking views of dramatic ice formations and the rugged landscapes of the Southern Alps, with sweeping vistas over Franz Josef Glacier or Fox Glacier. Your pilot will select the most spectacular snow landing spot on the day, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Includes snow landing
Informative Pilot commentary
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
20 minute duration

Soar above the spectacular West Coast and take in the awe-inspiring beauty of both Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Departing from Franz Josef or Fox Glacier Village, you’ll follow the ice flow from the township up into the Southern Alps, before landing on the snow at the head of one of the glaciers. From this breathtaking vantage point, admire the dramatic valleys carved by centuries of glacial movement—an unforgettable experience showcasing the raw power and beauty of nature.

Includes snow landing
Informative Pilot commentary
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
30 minute duration

Witness the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand’s most iconic glaciers and mountains from above. Soar over Franz Josef, Fox Glacier and the mighty Tasman Glacier—Aotearoa’s longest—while taking in awe-inspiring views Aoraki / Mount Cook, the country’s highest peak. Complete your adventure with a snow landing on one of the vast glacier plains, surrounded by towering ice formations and ancient frozen landscapes.

Includes snow landing
Informative Pilot commentary
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
40 minute duration

An unforgettable adventure awaits as you explore the mighty Fox Glacier and take in sweeping views of Aoraki / Mount Cook. Soar over the longest glacier on the West Coast—an impressive 13-kilometre river of ice fed by four alpine glaciers—before landing on a pristine snowfield surrounded by towering ice formations. On your return, enjoy breathtaking views of Aotearoa’s tallest mountain, the majestic Aoraki / Mount Cook, before descending back into the picturesque Fox Glacier Village.

Includes snow landing
Informative Pilot commentary
Departing Fox Glacier village
30 minute duration