Experience the ultimate day on the ice with an extended, small‑group heli‑hike designed for travellers who want significantly more time to explore Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere / Franz Josef Glacier at a relaxed, personalised pace.
Your journey begins in Franz Josef with check‑in and preparation before boarding a scenic helicopter flight over the glacier valley. Touch down high on the glacier at around 1200 metres, where your specialist equipment and expert guides are ready for a full day of exploration.
With a premium 1:4 guide‑to‑guest ratio and groups limited to just four participants, you’ll enjoy a bespoke on‑ice experience with plenty of time for photos, learning, and unhurried discovery.
Your guide will lead you through spectacular glacier terrain, exploring ever‑changing ice formations, crevasses, and frozen features, with over five hours of guided exploration on the glacier itself.
Midway through the adventure, pause for a memorable break with a picnic lunch and drinks served on the glacier, surrounded by incredible alpine views.
This is the extended, premium version of the classic heli‑hike: more time, smaller groups, and a more immersive connection with one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes.
