Ice climbing on the Franz Josef Glacier with heli drop

Drop down into the sublime Southern Alps of New Zealand via a thrilling helicopter ride that presents wonderful panoramas of the frozen wonderland.

Then we will get to grips with the great Franz Josef Glacier, a 12-kilometre maritime glacier located within the Westland Tai Poutini National Park.

This stunning slice of New Zealand is part of the larger Te Wahipounamu, a World Heritage Site that features stunning natural scenery and prominent peaks.

The Franz Josef Glacier is a steep and rugged glacier located in the Southern Alps, that begins at 240 meters above sea level and peaks at 2,700 meters.

Using our axes and crampons, we will navigate the great ice sheet on a 4-hour adventure.

And always remember that I am going to be here during every step and climb along the way.

I’ll help you to overcome the challenges that this ice climb brings, and feel a deep sense of satisfaction when you stand upon a towering wall of ice and look out among the breathtaking mountainous scenery beneath you.

As the adrenaline that fuels your climb begins to fade, a wave of tranquillity will begin to fill your body as you come to a rest and look over the stunning landscapes.

So join me on the Franz Josef Glacier, one of the world’s most impressive, for a day of ice climbing beginning with a helicopter drop.