HELICOPTER EXPERIENCES IN GLACIER COUNTRY

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER SCENIC FLIGHTS

Glacier Country Scenic Flights is your go-to for booking your Glacier Country experience from above with an unforgettable helicopter scenic flight operated by The Helicopter Line. With over 30 years of local expertise and knowledge, you can trust that your flight time is optimised to align with the areas typical weather patterns. Unlike international booking portals, we personally look after you, tailoring flights to suit your interests, schedule and budget. Departing either Franz Josef or Fox Glacier townships, soar over rugged alpine peaks, ancient glaciers, rainforest and vibrant turquoise rivers while soaking in breath-taking panoramic views. Our tours feature snow landings, with amazing photo opportunities amidst the great Southern Alps. Explore pristine environments few get to see such as Aoraki/Mount Cook (New Zealand’s tallest mountain), Mount Tasman, Tasman Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and ice-lakes.
Glacier Country Scenic Flights Helicopter Flying over Glaciers

Franz Josef or Fox Glacier Neve Discoverer

Includes snow landing
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
350 per person
20-minute duration

Glacier Country Scenic Flights Helicopter Flying over Glaciers

Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier

Includes snow landing
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
$445 per person
30-minute duration

Glacier Country Scenic Flights Helicopter Flying over Glaciers

Aoraki/Mount Cook Mountain Spectacular

Includes snow landing
Departing Franz Josef or Fox Glacier village
$610 per person
40-minute duration

Glacier Country Scenic Flights Helicopter Flying over Glaciers

Fox Glacier to Aoraki/Mount Cook

Includes snow landing
Departing Fox Glacier village
$445 per person
30-minute duration

HELI HIKES

Franz Josef Glacier Guides West Coast Credit Geoff Marks

Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike

Fox Glacier West Coast Credit BareKiwi

Fox Glacier Heli Hike

Cockpit of helicopter flying over snow
glacier ice
Helicopter landing on snow with people

About us

helicopter on snow in front of mountain range

Blow-your-socks-off, unique experiences you won’t get anywhere else - that’s why Glacier Country Scenic Flights exist.

We’re a locally owned family business. Kevin and Heather are the real deal. We have run Glacier Country Scenic Flights for over 30 years and our son, an avid hunter, is one of our key pilots. Our Daughter Vanessa takes care of digital marketing and sales.

You’ll find us at the most beautiful heli-pad on the West Coast (you’ll want to bring a picnic and a bottle of bubbles and linger after your flight), beside the glittering turquoise Whataroa River. We can’t wait to show you around.

We have created the most varied and beautiful scenic flight paths, backed by our deep knowledge and experience, to delight people like you. Seeing the wide smiles when our guests touch down is the best reward.

The pilots really look after people too. They share commentary, keep guests safe and chat with them.

Whether you’re interested in a snow-landing on a remote glacier, breathtaking landscapes or easy access remote West Coast hunting and kayaking, we have you covered.

Call anytime to have an actual person help you to create an epic adventure.

helicopter flying above Franz Josef glacier
glacier ice
Whataroa River Turquoise water