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Mount Cook Scenic Flight

Air Tour - Wanaka - Starting from NZ $435.00 per person

A breathtaking flight following the Southern Alps right to New Zealand's highest Peak of 3753 metres. Magnificent views of the world famous Fox, Franz and Tasman Glaciers. Departs from either Wanaka or Makarora. More...

Return Helicopter Flight to Mount Cook from Fox Glacier

Helicopter Tour - Fox Glacier - Starting from $350.00 per person

Enjoy the ultimate helicopter experience on this 30-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 Glacier and New Zealand’s highest peak. Cross the spine of the Southern Alps and then fly beside the west face of Mount Cook. Topped off with a spectacular snow landing, this is an incredible way to experience the... More...

21-Day Legendary New Zealand Tour

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $3788.06 per person

Starting from Auckland, we make our way down the beautiful and volcanic North Island to New Zealand's capital, Wellington, before catching a ferry to cross the Cook Strait to get up close and personal with the best of the South Island.

As with all our tours, we do include a few 'must-do' events, ranging from a Māori Cultural night, a pounamu (greenstone/jade) pendant carving experience, and learning to paddle a waka (Māori canoe) with your group.

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Franz Josef Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight

Helicopter Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $270.00 per person

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. More...

5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch Including Queenstown and Milford Sound

Multi-day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $1999.00 per person

Discover the highlights of the South Island, from stunning glaciers to national parks, aboard a sightseeing coach with commentary. This 5-day trip begins and ends in Christchurch, including a TranzAlpine train ride through the Southern Alps and a Milford Sound cruise with onboard lunch in UNESCO-listed Fiordland. Overnight stays in Fox Glacier and Queenstown allow for plenty of free time to explore independently. More...

Fox or Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes)

Helicopter Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $270.00 per person

Fox or Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes)
Fly from our Franz Josef or Fox Glacier Heliport to the top of the Fox or Franz Josef icefall and land on the snow for a fantastic photographic opportunity. This entry level flight will show you why so many are impressed by the sheer crevasses and pinicles that form the ice scapes of the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. Be sure to book from the correct departure location (Fox or Franz Josef) - book for a Franz Josef departure... More...

The Heaphy Track - Heli Hike

Hiking - Walking - Nelson - Starting from $4952.00 per person

Included in this adventure:
• Approximately 120 minutes flight time over the Kahurangi National Park and the Heaphy Track
• Two-way communication between you and your pilot
• 1 x Mountain landing
• Private guide
• Picnic lunch and local wine and beers are included
SIGHTS:
• The beautiful Heaphy Track
• Wharariki Beach
• Breathtaking mountain landscapes More...

Heli Hiking Franz Josef

Heli Hiking - Franz Josef - Starting from $469.00 per person

Combine a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a 2-hour guided walk on glacial terrain during this exhilarating tour from Franz Josef. Find out why New Zealand's South Island is famous for its gorgeous landscapes as you follow an experienced guide past ice caves, crevasses and pinnacles. Learn about glacier formation and movement, and enjoy supreme panoramic views. Choose from seasonal departure times to suit your schedule. More...

Fox Glacier and Mount Cook Helicopter Flight

Helicopter Tour - Fox Glacier - Starting from $350.00 per person

Depart Fox Glacier Village, fly over the legendary Fox Glacier and snowfields and watch the crevasses and ice forms race by below you. Land in the snow above the icefalls of the glacier and experience the magnitude of the scenery surrounding you. Then let the impressive presence of Aoraki (Mount Cook) amaze you as you explore it's majestic west face, before descending down into the valleys below. More...

The GRAND TOUR including snow landing (allow 40 minutes)

Air Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $480.00 per person

The GRAND TOUR including snow landing (allow 40 minutes)
The “grand-daddy” of all flights! Explore both glaciers as well as taking in Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. We top this off by landing you on the snow for photo opportunities. As a bonus, weather permitting we cross the main divide for you to view the Tasman Glacier. This will be your ultimate helicopter scenic flight excursion from Fox or Franz Josef on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. Be sure to have plenty of space on... More...

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Blythcliffe - Bed and Breakfast.

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7-Day South Island Photography Tour from Queenstown to Nelson - Photography Tour - Christchurch. Starting from $4495.00 per person.

Join top New Zealand photographers Richard Young and Shaun Barnett on this exceptional 7-day photography tour of the...

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