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Thank you for considering Glacier Country Helicopters to fly with in Franz Josef! Being a family, owned and operated business we really appreciate all of our bookings. To thank you for booking directly with us on our website we have some promotions running throughout the year! During the check out process you'll see an area…

What to do on a rainy or nonflying day in Franz Josef? The Franz Josef Glacier is the main reason a lot of people plan to visit Franz Josef Township and by helicopter is the most popular way to see it but being a very weather dependant activity, this doesn’t always go to plan first…

Is Franz Josef worth visiting? Yes, visiting New Zealand’s famous Franz Josef Glacier and its town of the same name is a must-do when planning any trip to the South Island. The great news is there is plenty to see and do in Franz Josef even before you take the glacier into account. There are…