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Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier

4.4(9)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9 reviews40 minFree cancellationBy Glacier Helicopters
Scenic Flight

About this activity

Enjoy the ultimate glacial experience on this 40-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Fox Glacier. This flight tour covers it all including glacial icefalls and crevasses and neves. You will have views from the coast to mountain tops and you will get to see both Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers and New Zealand’s highest peak. Cross the spine of the Southern Alps and circle the top of magnificent Mt Cook. Topped off with a spectacular snow landing, this is the best helicopter experience on the West Coast.

What's included

  • ✓Photo opportunities throughout your experience
  • ✓See Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook
  • ✓Scenic Helicopter Flight
  • ✓Professional Pilot
  • ✓Snow landing on a Glacier

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • Please check in 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • We recommend you bring along warm clothes, sunglasses, sturdy footwear, your camera and a sense of adventure!
  • For safety reasons, we do not allow selfie sticks, drones, flammable liquids, lighters, iPads/ tablets and bags of any description on any of our flights.
  • We fly all year round, weather permitting. Please note: On Christmas, we only operate for half the day (9 am - 12 pm).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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