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FROM FOX GLACIER: EXPERT GUIDED HELI-HIKE IN FOX GLACIER

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NZ$699
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4 hr.

 * Fly on a chopper above Fox Glacier and revel in a 3-hour guided trek on the
   icy wonderland, offering a front-row seat to the sublime beauty of Mt.Cook
   and Mt.Tasman.
 * Buckle up for a 4-min helicopter ride, as you get close to towering crevasses
   made of iridescent ice, before careening towards the landing point at
   Victoria Falls.
 * Strap your crampons, grab your ice axe, and follow your guide as you explore
   the rugged contours of the glacier ridges that look like waves of water
   frozen in time.
 * Feeling extra adventurous? Opt for a full-day hike of the Fox Glacier.
   Squeeze through icy blue crevasses, crawl through ice caves and climb icy
   staircases for glorious views!
 * You’re in for a day full of adventure (and safety) with expert mountaineering
   guides and all specialist equipment ready to make your glacial journey one to
   remember!

 * Fly on a chopper above Fox Glacier and revel in a 3-hour guided trek on the
   icy wonderland, offering a front-row seat to the sublime beauty of Mt.Cook
   and Mt.Tasman.
 * Buckle up for a 4-min helicopter ride, as you get close to towering crevasses
   made of iridescent ice, before careening towards the landing point at
   Victoria Falls.
 * Strap your crampons, grab your ice axe, and follow your guide as you explore
   the rugged contours of the glacier ridges that look like waves of water
   frozen in time.
 * Feeling extra adventurous? Opt for a full-day hike of the Fox Glacier.
   Squeeze through icy blue crevasses, crawl through ice caves and climb icy
   staircases for glorious views!
 * You’re in for a day full of adventure (and safety) with expert mountaineering
   guides and all specialist equipment ready to make your glacial journey one to
   remember!

Inclusions

 * 4-hour guided Fox Glacier hike
 * Round-trip helicopter ride
 * English-speaking expert mountaineering guide
 * Leather boots & crampons
 * Hats, gloves & backpack
 * Waterproof jacket & overtrousers

 * Tip: Try to spot the rainforest from the glacier's edge – it’s one of the
   only places in the world where a glacier ends with a rainforest.
 * Wearing jeans is not allowed.
 * Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the
   age of 8 years and weighing more than 116kg.
 * Large bags, and drones are not allowed.
 * This experience requires good fitness level, sufficient to ascend and descend
   1000m+ over 8 hours or more carrying a pack 12kg.
 * Leather boots, socks, crampons, walking poles, a waterproof jacket,
   overtrousers and a backpack will be provided.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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4.3(23)


FROM FOX GLACIER: SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHT TOUR WITH SNOW LANDING

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NZ$330
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20 min. - 40 min.

 * Trade the hiking trails for snow-capped mountains on a 20/30/40-min
   helicopter ride to make a snow landing on the Fox Glacier.
 * Opt for the Franz Josef Glacier tour to enjoy the best of both worlds and
   admire the tapestry of glaciers, where black rocks contrast the bright peaks.
 * Ready for an upgrade that'll blow your mind? See Mt.Cook, monarch of the
   Southern Alps piercing the heavens– it's like stepping into a living
   postcard!
 * Why settle for less when you can have it all? Experience the best of the
   Southern Alps with an all-inclusive package: Franz Josef, Fox Glacier,
   Mt.Tasman, and Mt.Cook, all in one trip!
 * As you make your snow landing, you will be met with ever-extending snowy
   mountains, majestic pinnacles, and an icy landscape that begs to be clicked.

 * Trade the hiking trails for snow-capped mountains on a 20/30/40-min
   helicopter ride to make a snow landing on the Fox Glacier.
 * Opt for the Franz Josef Glacier tour to enjoy the best of both worlds and
   admire the tapestry of glaciers, where black rocks contrast the bright peaks.
 * Ready for an upgrade that'll blow your mind? See Mt.Cook, monarch of the
   Southern Alps piercing the heavens– it's like stepping into a living
   postcard!
 * Why settle for less when you can have it all? Experience the best of the
   Southern Alps with an all-inclusive package: Franz Josef, Fox Glacier,
   Mt.Tasman, and Mt.Cook, all in one trip!
 * As you make your snow landing, you will be met with ever-extending snowy
   mountains, majestic pinnacles, and an icy landscape that begs to be clicked.

Inclusions

 * 20-min Fox Glacier helicopter tour
 * Snow landing
 * Pilot guide
 * 30-min Franz Josef & Fox Glacier helicopter tour (optional)
 * 30-min Fox Glacier & Mt.Cook helicopter tour (optional)
 * 40-min Glaciers, Mt.Cook & Mt.Tasman helicopter tour (optional)

 * Tip: When you snow land on Fox Glacier, do not miss out on creating
   insta-worthy reels of the Victoria Falls descending from the Victoria
   Glacier,
 * Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed on this experience.
 * Please avoid using iPads for photography during flights as they can obstruct
   views. Feel free to use phones, cameras, or GoPros instead.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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FROM FRANZ JOSEF: EXPERT GUIDED HELI-HIKE IN FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER

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NZ$795
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4 hr.

 * Heli-skiing is so last year. Now, we're heli-hiking—taking a helicopter over
   the Southern Alps and then a 2-hour guided hike on the Franz Josef glacier,
   covered with bright blue ice.
 * Hover above the lush farmlands, riverbeds, and rainforests as you descend on
   a 12km long glacier which, from the air, looks like a tsunami frozen in time.
 * Put on your crampon and grab your walking sticks as you follow your guide
   through ice tunnels, pass by striking ice formations, and towering pinnacles.
 * Marvel at the picturesque tussock grasslands of Westland National Park as
   your guide delves into the region's geology, flora and fauna, and history.
 * Rest assured, we've got you covered with the mountaineering guide and
   specialized equipment. Don't miss capturing insta-worthy shots as the
   mountains glow peony-pink at first light.

 * Heli-skiing is so last year. Now, we're heli-hiking—taking a helicopter over
   the Southern Alps and then a 2-hour guided hike on the Franz Josef glacier,
   covered with bright blue ice.
 * Hover above the lush farmlands, riverbeds, and rainforests as you descend on
   a 12km long glacier which, from the air, looks like a tsunami frozen in time.
 * Put on your crampon and grab your walking sticks as you follow your guide
   through ice tunnels, pass by striking ice formations, and towering pinnacles.
 * Marvel at the picturesque tussock grasslands of Westland National Park as
   your guide delves into the region's geology, flora and fauna, and history.
 * Rest assured, we've got you covered with the mountaineering guide and
   specialized equipment. Don't miss capturing insta-worthy shots as the
   mountains glow peony-pink at first light.

Inclusions

 * 2-hour guided glacier hike
 * Round-trip helicopter ride to Franz Josef Glacier
 * English-speaking expert mountaineering guide
 * Glacier boots & socks
 * Ice crampons
 * Waterproof jacket & pants

 * Tip: The area surrounding Franz Josef Glacier is part of Te Wahipounamu, a
   World Heritage Site park. Check out the Waiho River that emerges from the
   glacier terminal of Franz Josef.
 * Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to children under the
   age of 10 years, under the weight of 35kg, and under the height of 137cm.
 * Children are not permitted on heli-hikes before 11am from late May to early
   September.
 * Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests over the
   weight of 115kg.
 * This experience is restricted to pregnant women, people with heart problems,
   or other serious health conditions.
 * Keep your drones, iPads, or selfie sticks tucked away, they are not allowed
   on board for safety.
 * Franz Josef Glacier is an unstable geological feature that presents certain
   hazards, including, but not limited to: avalanches, rock fall, ice fall,
   heavy rainfall, cold exposure, height, flooding, uneven terrain, slip trips,
   and sun exposure.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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4.1(49)


FROM FRANZ JOSEF: SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHT TOUR WITH SNOW LANDING

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NZ$330
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Free cancellation

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a full refund.

Mobile ticket
20 min. - 40 min.

 * Get ready for a high-five with the sky! Take off on a chopper for a
   20/30/40-min ride over the Southern Alps and touchdown on top of the Franz
   Josef Glacier.
 * Meet at the helicopter base and prepare for liftoff! Soar above the
   rainforest and alpine lakes, all while your pilot shares insights on the
   landscape.
 * Opt to fly over the Fox Glacier for an extra adventure! From your bird's-eye
   view, soak in the panorama of icefalls, crevasses, and seracs in all their
   glory.
 * Speaking of leaving you speechless, upgrade your ticket for the sight of
   Mt.Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain, and the turquoise Tasman Lake.
 * Come to a stop with a spectacular snow landing in a frozen paradise. Pull out
   your camera to snap the endless vistas, or just let the child inside you
   scoop the soft snow.

 * Get ready for a high-five with the sky! Take off on a chopper for a
   20/30/40-min ride over the Southern Alps and touchdown on top of the Franz
   Josef Glacier.
 * Meet at the helicopter base and prepare for liftoff! Soar above the
   rainforest and alpine lakes, all while your pilot shares insights on the
   landscape.
 * Opt to fly over the Fox Glacier for an extra adventure! From your bird's-eye
   view, soak in the panorama of icefalls, crevasses, and seracs in all their
   glory.
 * Speaking of leaving you speechless, upgrade your ticket for the sight of
   Mt.Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain, and the turquoise Tasman Lake.
 * Come to a stop with a spectacular snow landing in a frozen paradise. Pull out
   your camera to snap the endless vistas, or just let the child inside you
   scoop the soft snow.

Inclusions

 * 20-min Franz Josef helicopter tour
 * Snow landing
 * Pilot guide
 * 30-min Franz Josef & Fox Glacier helicopter tour (optional)
 * 40-min Glaciers & Mt. Cook helicopter tour (optional)

 * Tip: When you snow land on Franz Josef, do not miss out on creating
   insta-worthy reels of the blue ice!
 * Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed on this experience.
 * Please avoid using iPads for photography during flights as they can obstruct
   views. Feel free to use phones, cameras, or GoPros instead.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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NEW


FOX GLACIER HELI ICE CLIMBING EXPERIENCE

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NZ$999
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8 hr.
Transfers included

 * Like intrepid explorers of old, get whisked away on a helicopter ride towards
   Fox Glacier donning your crampons and gear, as you prepare to climb the
   glistening glaciers.
 * You will master ice climbing with a low 1:4 guide-to-guest ratio, as you get
   instructions tailored to your skill level, whether you're a newcomer or an
   experienced climber.
 * Advance on the steep glacial pitches as you pierce your axes on the frozen
   crevasses and icy overhangs while strung to a harness, against a backdrop of
   towering Mt. Cook.
 * Navigate the blue landscape without worries as all the necessary technical
   gear and waterproof clothing will be provided for you to master ice climbing
   techniques.
 * Propel towards Fox Glacier Township in a heli-ride over the Southern Alps as
   you reflect on the vistas conquered amidst the untamed wilderness of Fox
   Glacier.

 * Like intrepid explorers of old, get whisked away on a helicopter ride towards
   Fox Glacier donning your crampons and gear, as you prepare to climb the
   glistening glaciers.
 * You will master ice climbing with a low 1:4 guide-to-guest ratio, as you get
   instructions tailored to your skill level, whether you're a newcomer or an
   experienced climber.
 * Advance on the steep glacial pitches as you pierce your axes on the frozen
   crevasses and icy overhangs while strung to a harness, against a backdrop of
   towering Mt. Cook.
 * Navigate the blue landscape without worries as all the necessary technical
   gear and waterproof clothing will be provided for you to master ice climbing
   techniques.
 * Propel towards Fox Glacier Township in a heli-ride over the Southern Alps as
   you reflect on the vistas conquered amidst the untamed wilderness of Fox
   Glacier.

Inclusions

 * Ice climbing at Fox Glacier
 * Expert mountaineering guide
 * Round-trip helicopter transfer
 * Socks & climbing boots
 * Crampons
 * Waterproof jacket & trousers
 * Gloves & hats
 * All technical & safety gear
 * Backpacks

 * Tip: Use ice tools and the front points of your crampons to climb overhanging
   ice walls and pinnacles and always keep your top rope attached to your
   harness.
 * Please note that guests must be very good in English in order to participate
   in this experience as the instructions will be given by the guide in English.
 * Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to guests under the age
   of 13 years and weighing more than 116kg.
 * Large bags, and drones are not allowed.
 * A good fitness requirement is needed for this tour. Good fitness for this
   trip is a level of fitness sufficient to ascend and descend 1000m+ over 8
   hours or more carrying a pack 12kg (26lb) or more over multiple days.
 * There is a 3kg limit per person for carry-on baggage.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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GUIDED E-BIKE & HIKING TOUR OF FOX GLACIER VALLEY

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NZ$170
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4 hr.
Guided tour

 * While New Zealand is full of scenic overlooks, nothing compares to exploring
   the ancient podocarp rainforest at Fox Glacier Valley on a guided E-bike and
   hiking tour.
 * Beginning in Fox Glacier Village, pedal along the cycleway before parking
   your e-bikes to ascend hills on foot in leather boots while your guide shares
   the region's finest tales.
 * Start a picturesque hike through lush foliage, passing Cone Rock and New
   Zealand’s largest active landslip, leading to the viewpoint of the Fox
   Glacier's terminal face.
 * You’re in for a day full of adventure with the necessary gear such as a
   helmet, boot, waterproof jacket, and backpack, to make your hike one to
   remember!

 * While New Zealand is full of scenic overlooks, nothing compares to exploring
   the ancient podocarp rainforest at Fox Glacier Valley on a guided E-bike and
   hiking tour.
 * Beginning in Fox Glacier Village, pedal along the cycleway before parking
   your e-bikes to ascend hills on foot in leather boots while your guide shares
   the region's finest tales.
 * Start a picturesque hike through lush foliage, passing Cone Rock and New
   Zealand’s largest active landslip, leading to the viewpoint of the Fox
   Glacier's terminal face.
 * You’re in for a day full of adventure with the necessary gear such as a
   helmet, boot, waterproof jacket, and backpack, to make your hike one to
   remember!

Inclusions

 * Tour of Fox Glacier Valley
 * Expert guide
 * E-bike
 * Bike helmet
 * Leather boots
 * Waterproof jacket
 * Backpack

 * Tip: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. It's not uncommon to spot various
   bird species in the rainforest.
 * Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted to guests under the age
   of 13 years and weighing more than 116kg.
 * Large bags, and drones are not allowed.
 * A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour which is sufficient to
   ascend and descend 500-800m over 4-6 hours carrying a light pack of 10kg
   (22lb).
 * There is a 3 kg or 6.6 lbs limit per passenger for carry-on baggage.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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FRANZ JOSEF TANDEM SKYDIVE: 10,000FT, 13,000FT, 16,500FT OR 18,000FT

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NZ$349
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3 hr.

 * Ready for your first jump from the plane? Don't worry, with Tandem Skydiving
   you're in good hands! Freefall from 10,000ft above Franz Josef, New Zealand’s
   fastest-moving glacier.
 * With your very own skydiving guardian angel harnessed along, freefall through
   the clouds for 30-85 seconds at an incredible speed of 200kph/120mph.
 * Ascend to the skies in a glider as you revel in views of the snow-capped
   peaks, lush forests, and the Tasman Sea - a perfect backdrop for your aerial
   adventure.
 * Choose your altitude with a ticket upgrade: Dive from 10,000ft, 13,000ft,
   16,500ft, or go all out at 18,000ft, the sky's the limit! Literally!
 * Gaze upon the majestic Southern Alps and the rugged beauty of the West Coast,
   voted one of the most scenic skydives in the world, beaten only by Mt.
   Everest.

 * Ready for your first jump from the plane? Don't worry, with Tandem Skydiving
   you're in good hands! Freefall from 10,000ft above Franz Josef, New Zealand’s
   fastest-moving glacier.
 * With your very own skydiving guardian angel harnessed along, freefall through
   the clouds for 30-85 seconds at an incredible speed of 200kph/120mph.
 * Ascend to the skies in a glider as you revel in views of the snow-capped
   peaks, lush forests, and the Tasman Sea - a perfect backdrop for your aerial
   adventure.
 * Choose your altitude with a ticket upgrade: Dive from 10,000ft, 13,000ft,
   16,500ft, or go all out at 18,000ft, the sky's the limit! Literally!
 * Gaze upon the majestic Southern Alps and the rugged beauty of the West Coast,
   voted one of the most scenic skydives in the world, beaten only by Mt.
   Everest.

Inclusions

 * Tandem skydive from 10,000ft/13,000ft/16,500ft/18,000ft
 * Freefall for 30/45/60/85-seconds at 120 miles/hour
 * Professionally trained instructor
 * World-class safety measures

 * Tip: Winter in New Zealand is widely considered the best time to visit the
   Franz Josef Glacier.
 * Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests over the
   weight of 100kg.
 * The weight restriction may occasionally be raised to 120kg, subject to the
   discretion of the Tandem Master and prevailing weather conditions. Additional
   charges may be applicable in such cases.

 * You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and
   get a full refund.

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