Adventure
The Helicopter Line Fox Glacier
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The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.
Hours
Open daily from 8am
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The experienced and professional helicopter pilots share their knowledge with you in an informative commentary.
View the extraordinary colours of the ice flow, ice caves and pinnacles in this largely inaccessible alpine region.
All flights feature a snow landing.
Flights are between 20 - 40 minutes.
Directions
The Helicopter Line Fox Glacier is located on the Main Street, Fox Glacier
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