Experience the magic of New Zealand’s glacier country on this three hour heli-hike adventure at the spectacular Franz Josef Glacier. Combining a scenic helicopter flight with guided glacier exploration, this unforgettable experience takes you deep into an ever-changing world of ice.

After a thrilling helicopter transfer onto the glacier, you'll join an experienced guide and set off across a landscape shaped by one of the world's fastest-moving commercially guided glaciers. As conditions constantly evolve, every journey is unique. Depending on the day's conditions, you may explore towering ice formations, weave through narrow crevasses, venture into ice caves, or discover striking blue ice features hidden within the glacier.

All specialist equipment is provided, including boots, crampons, helmets, harnesses, and trekking poles. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into the glacier's history and formation while ensuring a comfortable pace for the group. With incredible scenery, unique natural features, and plenty of photo opportunities, this is an unforgettable alpine adventure for those with a reasonable level of fitness and agility.

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Inclusions

Three-hour ice climbing experience on the Franz Josef Glacier
Helicopter transfer each way
Professional and experienced guides
All equipment including glacier boots, socks, ice crampons, ice axe, waterproof jackets and over pants

Time

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the experience start
Available daily at 7.30am, 10am and 12.30pm

Duration

This experience is three hours in duration
The ice climb portion of this experience is two hours in duration

Departure Location

This experience departs from 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef, 7856.

What To Bring

Warm and breathable base layers such as merino or polypropylene
Suitable long pants for climbing such as tracksuit pants or leggings, jeans are not suitable
Sunglasses are essential
A warm hat, gloves, socks
A small water bottle, lunch and snacks
Sunblock
A small day pack to carry your essentials
Camera or phone
Selfie sticks, backpacks and Galaxy Note 7 Mobile Phones are not permitted

Terms And Conditions

Minimum age is 10 years old
Minimum of four participants, the minimum amount is needed for the experience to progress
Participants are expected to have a high level of fitness
Minimum weight of 35 kilograms and maximum weight of 115 kilograms
Participants must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, in the event that participants are incapacitated a refund will not be issued and their booking will be cancelled
This experience is not suitable for pregnant women
Selfie sticks, backpacks and Galaxy Note 7 Mobile Phones are not permitted
Please advise of any medical conditions at the time of booking, including ankle or knee injuries, ACL damage, joint replacement, neck or back injuries and more
Conditions of the glacier determine the path on the day
In the event of rain or inclement weather your experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider
All bookings cancelled due to weather will be refunded

Cancellation Policy

Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

Location

Franz Josef Glacier Guides 15 Show Place, Christchurch, Canterbury 8024

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Helicopter Ice Climb, 3 Hours - Franz Josef Glacier

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