The 5 Winter Activities in New Zealand That Earn Their Price

1.Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 342 reviews · 35 min · from $289Our pick

Fly over Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, land on the snow, and see rainforest, icefalls, and the Southern Alps from a 35-minute helicopter ride.

“The whole experience was perfect. The flight was awesome, and landing on the top of Franz Joseph glacier was perfect. Our pilot Jay was very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had, and took a perfect photo of us on top of the glacier. The staff in the offices, and the ground crew were also very helpful and professional. A wonderful experience, we would recommend to everyone.”

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2.Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · from $300Top rated

Fly over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman Glacier, then land on the snow in the Southern Alps on this 35-minute helicopter tour.

“The company has been very proactive in informing guests of flight probabilities as impacted by impending weather. Communication was excellent and there was a high degree of flexibility in adapting flight schedules according to customers’ needs and weather.”

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3.Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · from $245

Fly above Franz Josef Glacier, land on its snowfield, and take in icefalls, crevasses, and Southern Alps views on a 25-minute flight.

“Very nice experience, very professional. We think that it doesn't matter which operator you use in this town.”

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4.Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · from $308

Fly over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, land on the snow, and enjoy Southern Alps views with a pilot guide on this 35-minute helicopter trip.

“Flying over the glacier. Absolutely awesome flight up to glacier and then landing on the plateau. The snow was packed harder than what we anticipated.”

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5.Ice Bar Entry with Warm Winter Gear and Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 162 reviews · 1 hour · from $35Best value

Queenstown Ice Bar review: enjoy cocktails in hand-carved ice surroundings, with warm gear, music, photos, and a one-hour central Queenstown visit.

“We had a great time. An experience you won't regret. A must do in Queenstown.”

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