Franz Josef Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight

The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over Fox Glacier and experience the solitude of landing in this wonderful natural alpine environment.

With its ability to hover, land and provide access to some of New Zealand's most remote areas, a helicopter is the ideal choice for sightseeing that will take you up close to towering peaks, crevasse filled glaciers and sparkling waterways. Learn about the stunning landscape as your professional pilot delivers an informative commentary en route.

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Franz Josef Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight

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Departures are on demand, therefore you must call 24-48 hours prior to travel to reconfirm exact flight time. All contact details advised upon confirmation. Flights are operated from 7:30am - 9:00pm (October to March) and 8:00am - 6:00pm (April to September).

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Additional information

Franz Josef Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Scenic helicopter flight with snow landing (20 minutes)
• Informative commentary during the flight
• Professionally trained pilots have specific experience flying in New Zealand's alpine environment
• New Zealand's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Items of a personal nature

Additional Information:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of travel.
• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
• Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• Tours are arranged on a demand basis and, depending on the season, require a minimum of three passengers to guarantee departure. If there are not sufficient passengers on the day of your tour and it does not operate, you will be entitled to a full refund.
• It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures. Moderate fitness is required.
• Hotel pick up is available from all Fox Glacier and Franz Josef centrally located hotels. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking.

Aircraft:
The fleet consists predominately of European AS355 Twin Engine Squirrels (seats 06 passengers plus pilot). They are ideal aircraft for scenic flights, with an open plan cabin making for excellent views for all passengers. The Helicopter Line has the highest levels of Civil Aviation Authority certification for scenic helicopter operations, this involves regular monitoring and audit of all aspects of the operations.

All scenic flights are subject to weather conditions. Should a flight not operate due to weather conditions or minimum number requirements, passengers are entitled to a refund, or can redeem their voucher for any other scenic flights of similar duration and price at any of The Helicopter Line operations in Mount Cook, Queenstown, Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier.

• Infants ages 3 years and under travel free of charge
• Children aged 4 - 14 years of age qualify for the child rate
• All children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult

Voucher Info:

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Local Operator Information:

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