Hiking · NEW ZEALAND
The 6 best glacier hikes in New Zealand you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes on foot and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Fly onto Franz Josef Glacier for a guided ice hike through caves, crevasses, and pinnacles, with gear supplied and weather flexibility.
“…. With our guide Maya! Not too hard, a superhike in Winterwonderland. The helicopters is great and feels supersafe.”
Review of Fox Glacier’s heli hike: helicopter views, up to three hours on the ice, expert guides, gear, costs, tips, and booking advice.
“The Fox Glacier Heli-Hike was an incredible experience from start to finish! Everything ran like a well-oiled machine — from check-in to the helicopter ride to the hike itself. Big shoutout to our guide, Toa, who was not only super knowledgeable and fun but also rescued my phone after I accidentally dropped it into a crevasse (legend!). The helicopter ride was amazing — we even got to rearrange seats on the way back so the girls could sit up front, which was a really thoughtful touch. The group organization was also great — not sure if it was intentional, but our group was a bit younger and more active, which…”
Assess the Franz Josef heli hike, with glacier walking, ice caves, helicopter views, safety details, weather risks, and value at $475.
“dDd the helicopter hike today, our guide kirk was brilliant, very informative about the glacier, and most of all was very helpful when needed. I couldn't recommend this activity enough!!”
Review of Fox Glacier’s four-hour heli-hike, with helicopter transfers, ice caves, expert guides, costs, fitness needs, and booking advice.
“Fantastic experience. Company was smooth to work with and super laid back, but loved to show you all the cool stuff.”
Walk on New Zealand’s Tasman Glacier, explore blue ice formations, and enjoy two scenic helicopter flights beneath Aoraki/Mount Cook.
“It was a great experience! I did it with my husband and parents and we all enjoyed ourselves! It was well organised and we were well informed prior to our smooth helicopter ride. Our guide, Liam, was amazing and managed the group really well! We all had a turn in the glaciers and crawling in the ice. Amazing experience, 100% recommend.”
Review of Mount Cook’s 3-hour Tasman Glacier heli hike, with helicopter views, guided ice walking, costs, fitness needs, and practical tips.
“Excellent Guide very engaged and helpful.. Guide noticed one of our group fatiguing and actioned immediately to ensure they were able to complete the tour .... Recommend to all”
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