Glaciers
The rugged West Coast is hemmed between the Tasman Sea and the imposing Southern Alps, making for spectacular contrasts in the surrounding scenery. The Helicopter Line fly from both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier villages, with an operating base situated on the main road of each.
A 30 minute drive separates the Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier villages.
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Pricing valid from 1 October 2009 to 30 September 2010
Child pricing (4-14 years) also available00000
Mountain Scenic Spectacular - HLF3
This premier flight lets you experience two of New Zealand's finest National Parks. Discover the gigantic expanse of the Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier snowfields with a landing at high altitude. Step out of your helicopter and experience how it feels to stand in snow. The flight includes fantastic views of the Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook.
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| Duration - 40 Minutes |
$390 per person |
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Twin Glacier - HLF4
Fly over two of New Zealand's most famous glaciers and land at the head of either the Franz Josef Glacier or Fox Glacier. View the incredible natural phenomenon of the glacier as it winds slowly down the carved valleys from its origin in the mountains high above you.
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| Duration - 30 Minutes |
$275 per person |
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Fox Glacier and Mount Cook - HLF4F
(Available only from Fox Glacier)
From Fox Glacier village fly over the legendary Fox Glacier and snowfields, and land in the snow above the icefalls. Explore the majestic west face of Aoraki/Mount Cook, before descending into the valleys.
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| Duration - 30 Minutes |
$275 per person |
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Neve Discoverer - HLF5
The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glaciers and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over the Franz Josef Glacier or Fox Glacier and experience the solitude of a landing in this natural alpine wonderland.
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| Duration - 20 Minutes |
$200 per person |
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Heli Hike
(Available from Franz Josef Glacier only)
Combine an awesome helicopter flight over the Franz Josef Glacier with a unique guided walk amongst the ice caves, pinnacles, and seracs of this pristine alpine environment.
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Duration - 3.0 Hours
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$390 per person |
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Heli Hike Paddle Combo
(Available from Franz Josef Glacier only)
Experience the mountains to the sea in a diverse set of ecosystems - this is a world class product. Combine an awesome helicopter flight over the Franz Josef Glacier with a unique guided walk amongst the ice caves, pinnacles, and seracs of this pristine alpine environment. To complete the Westland National Park experience, kayak on Lake Mapourika in the glacier valley.
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Duration - Full Day
(flight , hike and kayak) |
$450 per person |
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DISTANCES
Greymouth - Franz Josef Glacier - 180 kilometres, 2½ hours drive south.
Queenstown - Franz Josef Glacier - 410 kilometres, 5 hours drive north-west.
PRICES
Prices are in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax of 12.5%. Major credit cards, travellers cheques and foreign currencies are accepted. Please see here for child prices. Prices are subject to change without notice. Pricing valid from 1 October 2009 to 30 September 2010.
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