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Heli Hike Fox Glacier
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475 Ratings
Fox Glacier
Experience the thrill of a helihike on Fox Glacier. Explore stunning ice caves and arches. Book your adventure today!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Fox Glacier - Spend up to 3 hours hiking on the Fox Glacier, The fly-in, fly-out heli hike combines the excitement of walking on the Te Moeka o Tuawe/Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you can access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches. You will be outfitted with boots and crampons specially designed for these ice conditions. You follow the ice steps cut by your guide as you explore the amazing formations.
Please note that this is a natural and ever-changing environment. Ice features change constantly and no guarantee can be given that specific features will be seen. This is a weather dependent trip.
A Risk Disclosure Statement must be signed before Departure https://www.foxguides.co.nz/risk-disclosure-statement/
What's Included
- Leather boots and socks
- Wet Weather Jacket and Over trousers (if required)
- Crampons and walking poles
- Professional Guide
- Two helicopter transfers
What's Not Included
- Bring 3 - 4 layers of warm upper body clothing
- Sunglasses and sun protection
- Jeans are not recommended - Cotton pants or trackpants are more suitable
- A day pack is useful and a drink and snacks are a good idea
- For winter trips bring a warm hat and gloves
Additional Information
The fly-in, fly-out helihike combines the excitement of walking on the Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you are able to access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches. Each departure is a true voyage of exploration. There are so many changing features that the guides always find something new. Weather permitting; ice time is up to 3 hours.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum Age is 9 years
- Child Age is 9-16 years inclusive
- Minimum numbers apply
- Subject to favourable weather conditions, a weather call is made 10 minutes prior to check in so flexibility in your itinerary is desirable
- Individual passenger weight limit is 116 kg or less due to weight and balance calculations of the aircraft
- A Risk Disclosure Statement must be signed before Departure. Please read it here: https://www.foxguides.co.nz/risk-disclosure-statement/
Location
44 Main Road
Main Road
Meet in the Fox Glacier Guiding building in the center of the Fox Glacier village. Please Check-in 20 minutes early to complete our online Risk Disclosure Statement.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Shuyi_c
Aug 20, 2024
Worthy - I had an incredible experience on the Fox Glacier ice trekking tour! The entire activity was well worth it, offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable adventure. Our guide was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and always made sure we were safe and having fun. The entire staff was warm and welcoming, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this activity to anyone considering it; it's truly a must-do if you're in the area!
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Susan_g
Aug 14, 2024
Very professional and fun! - An amazing helicopter ride with fantastic views. Learning how to use crampons, seeing the blue, blue ice and walking into a crevasse were highlights. The staff were super professional and safety conscious.
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Lauren_p
Aug 4, 2024
An absalute must do! - We have never been on a helicopter or seen a glacier so this was a very exciting trip for us! We weren't disappointed. Our guide Rhys (not sure if that's the right spelling) was so knowledgeable and fun! He made the trip even more enjoyable. We learnt so much, and felt super safe. We had a perfectly clear day and will remmeber this trip for a lifetime!
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Shirley_b
Jul 16, 2024
Best thing i have ever done. - The sheer natural beauty of this once in a life time experience being on and sometimes in a glacier.
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Margarethg102mw
May 8, 2024
Best day in NZ! - The guides are the best at Fox Glacier Guiding, we went with Toa and had a great time! He made sure that everyone in the group (12 ppl) had enough time to see, stop, and explore on the glacier. He was super informative, funny, and made sure to keep us safe. Would recommend to everyone!
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Robert_b
Mar 24, 2024
Majestic - Highly recommend!! The helicopter flight in alone was amazing. Then we had a full 3 hours hiking around and exploring the glacier. So beautiful and amazing!
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Rachael_h
Mar 23, 2024
Fox glacier heli-hike - We had an absolute ball on fox glacier. Amazing to see the glacier and be able to walk over it and see it in all its beauty. Thankyou Gabriel.
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600shawnq
Mar 17, 2024
wonderful tour! - Jack and Fiona were wonderful guides! They were open to exploring new things on the glacier while always prioritizing the safety of the group and sharing their abundance of knowledge about the area. This was a once in a lifetime experience!
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Reg_p
Mar 11, 2024
Incredible - Very professional. Felt very safe. Staff were awesome. One of the most memorable experiences. Loved every minute of it.
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Richardas8756kg
Feb 28, 2024
Take me to the top - Despite suspect weather off we flew. Spectacular scenery as expected. Our guide, Stretch, was 1st class as were all the team. I’m 70 and reasonably fit but did slip in places despite the “clamping” so wouldn’t recommend for older folk. Unmissable
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