Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Endurance - 50mins

4.9 (9 reviews) 50 min Free cancellation

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Shackleton Glacier Whiskey Endurance - 50mins — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Welcome you to discover the extraordinary Shackleton Glacier and the fascinating story of its namesake's Sir Ernest Shackleton and his legendary Antarctic expedition.

This 50-minute flight includes:

Franz Josef, Tasman and Shackleton Glaciers
Mount Cook & Mount Tasman
Fly through the Southern Alps where the ""Lighting of The Beacons"" was filmed for Lord of the Rings
15-minute snow landing included
Complimentary sample of Shackleton Whiskey available to those who want to sample it with the glacial ice

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef. Husband and wife team Gus and Poppy own the company and are both commercial pilots.

If you wish to book a Comfort Seat or request a Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade, please contact us at least 24hours in advance of your flight.

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At a glance

Duration: 50 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–12
Operated by: Glacier Country Helicopters

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–16 years) · Adults (17–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Comfort Seat (compulsory for passengers 120kg & over)
Not included: Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade Request

Itinerary

Franz Josef Glacier

Passing by

Fly over the Franz Josef Glacier
Tasman Glacier

Passing by

Fly over the Tasman Glacier
Aoraki/Mt. Cook

Passing by

See Mount Cook and Mount Tasman from the air!
Franz Josef

15 min

Land on snow of the remote Shackleton Glacier for photos where you are welcome to try a complimentary sample of Shackleton Whiskey.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check in at our office 30 minutes prior to your flight time. We recommend bringing sunglasses, a jacket, camera, and shoes you don’t mind getting wet.

Our only base operates from Franz Josef. Cancellations within 24hours due to customer booking the wrong location will not be refunded.

End point

Please check in at our office 30 minutes prior to your flight time. We recommend bringing sunglasses, a jacket, camera, and shoes you don’t mind getting wet.

Our only base operates from Franz Josef. Cancellations within 24hours due to customer booking the wrong location will not be refunded.

Using your ticket

Please check in 30minutes prior to flight departure time at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef.

No shows or late check ins will result in the forfeit of your full fare and seat.

If you wish to book a Comfort Seat or request a Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade, please contact us at least 24hours in advance of your flight.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfort Seats: Our helicopter seats are 40cm wide, an empty seat can be reserved next to you if you prefer extra space (passengers 120KG & over when weighed at check in will be required to purchase a Comfort Seat - these are half the RRP of your flight).
Please let us know if you have limited mobility e.g. injury, arthritis or recent surgery? There are two high ladder style steps into the helicopter. This information could effect what helicopter we fly you in