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Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight departing Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier, New Zealand
Fly over two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers and marvel at the mantle of pure white snow as you land at the head of either the Franz Josef or Fox Glacier. This landing site is the perfect place to view the incredible natural phenomenon of the glaciers as they wind slowly down the carved valleys from their origin in the mountains high above you.
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.
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.
We were booked for the 12 noon Twin Glacier tour. The weather was perfect but only my husband and I and they needed 3 to fly. Tanya and Tony were great, they contacted sister company to try and amalgamate passengers so we could fly. They had us on standby and moved heaven and earth to get us away. The 30 minute power trip was unbelievable and pilot Dan was very knowledgeable giving us commentary of the area and manoeuvred the chopper skilfully. So we have flown over Grand Canyon and this is just as spectacular.
Review by: Roger S, March 2017
A wonderful trip. Our first booking was cancelled because of the weather, but they rebooked us the next day without fuss. Took the first flight of the day and had glorious weather. Pilot was great, good commentary, and, of course, fantastic scenery. The landing on the glacier gave an opportunity for a quick walk around and an experience of the glacial ice. The 6 seater helicopters are cramped, and the view from the middle two seats in the back is restricted. Unfortunately you have no say as to where you are seated you are seated according to weight and it appeared that the lightest two people get the front seats. Highly recommended.
Review by: Christopher B, March 2016
Heli trip of a lifetime .Pilot was great and his comments only added to the experiance .
Review by: gary g, March 2016
The staff was very helpful and efficient. Pilot did an excellent job. Loved being on the glacier, getting photos.
Review by: Kara M, February 2016
Amazing! We took our family of 5 on this flight and it will be a favorite memory for us. The helicopter office is right on the main street and within walking distance of one of the larger camper van parks. We took heavy coats, gloves and scarves, but those were not needed. We only needed gloves so we could throw snowballs at eachother.
Review by: ANIL PAUL K, January 2014
Infact they did not do everything they promised. They did not give us a hotel pickup, and 10mts time to spent on the glaciers was cut to 5 mnts. The pilot too wasn't very friendly or informative. It was a bit disappointing.
Review by: Robert B, January 2013
If they had said it was this good we would not have believed them._br/_
The weather forecast was not good but it turned out a lovely morning (at least when we flew). Enough safety management to give confidence but not boring. We had walked to Fox glacier the day before but it did not prepare us for this amazing flight and landing on the Glacier. Can't think of words good enough to describe the experience of helicopter flight, close views of the mountains and glaciers and a great pilot making it exciting but not frightening. Go and experience it if you think this is an exaggeration.
Review by: Melissa W, April 2012
Whole family loved it. Weather perfect on the day. Views amazing. Pilot and team made the whole process easy. Walking on the glacier one of the highlights of our trip.
Review by: , July 2010
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
Review by: Bruce B, July 2010
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
Review by: JB, July 2010
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
Review by: Anonymous, July 2010
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
Review by: Anonymous, April 2007
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
Review by: Bruce B, April 2007
The helicopter flight was absolutely fabulous, glaciers were awesome, the guides friendly lovely people. Only draw back was the flight was about an hour late and we were on a tight schedule. You have a gorgeous country, saving dollars to come back again.
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