Recent Photos of this Tour
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Franz Josef GlacierJeanette McCluskeyPhoto by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
Ice Cave - Franz Josef GlacierEntering the ice cave - Jeanette McCluskeyPhoto by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
Michele's birthday presentMichele walking the glacier & loving it.Photo by: Steve CAustralia, 02 2009 -
The Hiker!This is Rob at the top of Franz Joseph, ready to take on the world!Photo by: Robert MUnited Kingdom, 01 2009 -
The Blue CaveThis was amazing. The color was breathtaking. From the air you don't appreciate the size of it all. Our guide was great ...Photo by: Robert MUnited Kingdom, 01 2009 -
Franz Josef GlacierThe helicopter coming inPhoto by: Anonymous07 2008 -
Franz Josef GlacierClimbing through the icePhoto by: Anonymous07 2008 -
Helicopter Flight to Franz ...This shot was taken from the helicopter on the way up!Photo by: Anonymous07 2008 -
Franz Josef GlacierAwwww, this is the life!Photo by: Anonymous07 2008 -
Glacier snout and meltwater ...Arriving over the snout of the glacier - ever the geography teacher!Photo by: Kieran M12 2012 -
Exploring an Ice CaveThe Glacier is a constantly changing environment, so every tour is different. If you are fortunate, you will see ...Photo by: Richard F11 2012 -
Franz Josef GlacierTour guide - AJ at the entrance to the ice cavePhoto by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
Ice Cave - Franz Josef GlazierGoing down the ice cave - Jeanette McCluskeyPhoto by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
Franz Josef GlacierLooking skyward.Photo by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
Ice Cave - Franz Josef GlazierEntrance to the ice cave - Jeanette McCluskeyPhoto by: Jeanette M03 2012 -
The view from the glacier top!360 degrees of absolute beauty!Photo by: northshore6910 2011 -
Wow!We took many pix and this just one of the reasons why.Photo by: northshore6910 2011 -
The Hike up.Our group proceeding up a slope yet to another blue ice cave.,Photo by: northshore6910 2011 -
Inside the Ice Caves.Taking decades to form before the blue tinge appears. It is a wonderful sight of exceptional beauty.Photo by: northshore6910 2011 -
IMG_2410Another ice cave.Photo by: newtAustralia, 10 2011 -
Useful Information
Heli Hiking Franz Josef
You'll land high up on the glacier between two icefalls where your guided hike begins. Follow your professional guide into the most spectacular icefall terrain, only usually seen by experienced mountaineers. With a spotless safety record, rigid assessments, and the use of exclusive quality equipment, your safety and enjoyment is always accounted for.
Afterwards, you'll re-embark the helicopter for a transfer back to the township of Franz Josef.
Aircraft:
The fleet consists predominately of European AS355 Twin Engine Squirrels (seats 06 passengers plus pilot). They are ideal aircraft for scenic flights, with an open plan cabin making for excellent views for all passengers. The Helicopter Line has the highest levels of Civil Aviation Authority certification for scenic helicopter operations, this involves regular monitoring and audit of all aspects of the operations.
Itinerary
- Warm upper body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers)
- Leggings or light trousers, although shorts are acceptable
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Waterproof jacket (provided if you don't have one)
Reviewed by PAUL H, United Kingdom, April 2013
We missed out on doing this trip four years ago becouse the weather beat us but it was worth the wait. We had a brilliant guide (Cliff) who knew his stuff and encouraged us throughout to make the best of our time on the glacier. One of the best bits was the flight up as we went up over the glacier and then went into a sharp decent to where we were dropped off.
Reviewed by Jane Williams W, April 2013
We had a really good time and our guide was excellent. the weather was perfect too although that cant be atributed to Viator!
