HIKING TRAVEL GUIDE
The trails worth the airfare.
The 6 most popular helicopter tours. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
2.5 hours on Franz Josef Glacier after a scenic helicopter ride. Exclusive access, full gear, and expert guided ice walking in NZ.
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Helicopter over Fox Glacier, land on the ice for up to 3 hours, then return by air. Safety-led hike with gear included.
Small-group helicopter flight from Reykjavik with a weather-based summit landing near Mount Esja and aerial views of the city.
“If theres any excursiom worth doing in iceland is this one 10/10 experience. Views were breathaking and not a typical iceland adventure”
Helicopter to Tasman Glacier for a 2-hour crampon hike, plus scenic fly-bys of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Gear included. 3 hours.
“Stunning views from the helicopter. Ana, our glacial guide was amazing. The hike is on a pre-made route by the glacier guide. Crawling through the glacial formations was an unforgettable experience.”
Helicopter over Columbia and Wilson Icefields, then land by the Cline River for an easy hike to Twin Falls in a small group.
“Amazing experience to see glaciers, lakes, rivers and waterfalls up close. The one hour hike was also outstanding since they land in a spot that is not easy for us to hike by foot. Overall, highly recommend this tour !”
Fly over Reykjavik by helicopter, then land on a mountain summit for panoramic skyline views, including Harpa and Hallgrímur sights.
“I got to see the active volcano, I got some great pictures. worth doing while your in Iceland.”
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