• Franz Josef Glacier - Fly over the Franz Josef Glacier
• Tasman Glacier - Fly over the Tasman Glacier
• Aoraki/Mt. Cook - See Mount Cook and Mount Tasman from the air!
• Franz Josef - Land on snow of the remote Shackleton Glacier for photos where you are welcome to try a complimentary sample of Shackleton Whiskey.

• All fees and taxes included

• Comfort Seat (compulsory for passengers 120kg & over)
• Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade Request

Embark on an incredible journey to explore the remarkable Shackleton Glacier and delve into the captivating tale of its namesake, Sir Ernest Shackleton, and his legendary Antarctic expedition.

This 50-minute flight offers:

• Franz Josef, Tasman, and Shackleton Glaciers
• Mount Cook & Mount Tasman
• A flight through the Southern Alps, where “Lighting of The Beacons” was filmed for Lord of the Rings
• A 15-minute snow landing
• A complimentary sample of Shackleton Whiskey for those who wish to enjoy it with glacial ice

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family-owned and operated business located in Franz Josef. The company is owned by husband and wife team, Gus and Poppy, who are both commercial pilots.

To book a Comfort Seat or request a Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade, please contact us at least 24 hours before your flight.

• Comfort Seats: Our helicopter seats are 40cm wide, an empty seat can be reserved next to you if you prefer extra space (passengers 120KG & over when weighed at check in will be required to purchase a Comfort Seat - these are half the RRP of your flight).
• Please let us know if you have limited mobility e.g. injury, arthritis or recent surgery? There are two high ladder style steps into the helicopter. This information could effect what helicopter we fly you in

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.