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  • Sam H
    Washington DC, DC2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This might be the most amazing thing my wife and I have ever done. The flights to/from the glacier were stunning. Walking around the glacier was absolutely mind-blowing. The formations of the ice made it feel like you were on another planet. Everything we saw felt like the coolest thing we had ever seen. The crampons made it so easy to navigate the icy terrain. Our guide, Abbie, was fabulous, confident, and full of knowledge. We were lucky to be in a small group as well so we could move faster as a group, see more, and do more exciting things. From the start, everything the company did put us at ease. There were lots of safety measures in place and we didn’t need any of them. Going early in the winter (we were in the 8:00 group) allowed us to see the glacier in the shade and then change as the sun came up. Highly recommend this trip - we were so incredibly lucky to have done it!
    Written 16 July 2024
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  • suziangyal
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a Fantastic experience! I must say we had perfect weather conditions then of course amazing view. Pilot was very skilled and gave us a very good commentary.
    Written 18 August 2024
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  • jsclark2023
    Broome, Australia6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our initial flight was delayed, both the tour company and trip advisor kept us informed and made the necessary changes.
    Written 5 May 2024
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  • Delilah770
    Brisbane, Australia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pilots Tamla and Jason were excellent, friendly, informative and felt very safe. Most beautiful flight over snow covered mountains. Mia tour guide was entertaining, informative, looked after everyone and would highly recommend her. Glacier was so pretty and alien. Worth the money.
    Written 15 July 2024
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  • Stephanie w
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spectacular scenery. The staff were extremely professional and patient. They provided us with loads of photos all included in price. It rained one Nd off which definitely added to the adventure and made for a fabulous rainforest /water adventure . Top day and highly recommend.
    Written 12 September 2024
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  • Hezmm
    Melbourne, Australia9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is truly one of life's great journeys. Even though the weather was against us and we didn't get to the 3 glaciers because of cloud cover, our pilot Deon skillfully took us up to the top of the Tasman Glacier and gently nestled his chopper onto the ice. It felt so surreal to step out and walk or should I say slide our way on the ice above the clouds at the top of the glacier and this should be a 'must do' trip for anyone visiting this part of NZ. The whole flight there and back gave us the most amazing scenery. Deon was very informative with his commentary and as I was sitting beside him I was able to ask questions. It is also special that this is a family run business and the courtesy extended to their guests is above and beyond. My only suggestion is that some sort of spike or special rubber grips to slip over your shoes be provided so that you can comfortably walk on the ice. Thanks again for a truly magical experience, one that I will never forget and will highly recommend
    Written 8 April 2024
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  • Lovely M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The experience was the most memorable experience of our lives me and my fiance. The staff members and the pilot were very supportive when my boyfriend (now fiance) secretly told his plan that he would propose. They made adjustments to make it more private and the pilot captured that once-in-a-lifetime moment. They said that was the least that they could but for us, it was way more being what was expected and more personal for us!!! We are so glad that we booked the flight with the right people in it. I'm telling you guys, whoever gets to read this, book with them if you want to have a blast and great experience of your West Coast Trip!!! GCH will serve you with a heart! 🫶 Thank you, Glacier Country Helicopters!! 🫶🥰😍🫶
    Written 13 May 2024
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  • Michelle J
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    All staff were amazing, happy, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The views were outstanding. Would highly recommend.
    Written 6 September 2024
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  • AEG23
    Luxembourg11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful time on Fox glacier. Got rescheduled to the next day and were so lucky as the sun was out after hail and thunderstorm. Outstanding experience. Our guides (from NZ and NL) were excellent and made this tour very special and super interesting for us. Thank you!!!
    Written 11 September 2024
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  • suerjones
    Australia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    5 Star all the way. James helped to arrange a short notice flight. Ben was our pilot and was great, safe and professional. We had a great experience. A must if you are in Fox Glacier. BTW. The sunshine was amazing.
    Written 26 September 2022
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  • Scott V
    Tempe, AZ19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our trip was canceled on the first day because of the weather, but the staff did everything they could and got us in on the next day and we have an amazing flight very professional. I would highly recommend them..
    Written 1 May 2024
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  • Ray P
    Hamilton, New Zealand2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A once in a lifetime mazing experience! Great pilot! Took heaps of photos and video. I'm usually a bit nervous with flying/heights but the scenery just blew me away.
    Written 10 September 2024
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  • Ian S
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was amazing. The first day was cancelled due to weather but were able to go the next morning. They were so helpful getting us on the next morning. Again photos cannot replicate the experience. Our guide was so informed and passionate about the area. Just 5 in our chopper so plenty of room and very safe pilots! Cannot recommend this enough
    Written 10 June 2024
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  • shaival1
    Orange County, CA47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The reception was really amazing and courteous. They explained everything extremely well. The pilot made us feel extremely safe and comfortable. The anxiety of getting on a helicopter was all gone before we boarded. Ben, our pilot was extra courteous and made us feel extremely safe throughout. He was also very knowledgeable about the wntire region and its history. Kudos!!!
    Written 16 July 2024
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