Franz Josef and Fox Glacier Tandem Skydive - 16,500ft
Highlights & inclusions
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Book a tandem skydive over the stunning Franz & Fox Glacier at 16,500 feet to enjoy one of the most impressive views of New Zealand. With the comfort and reassurance of your professional tandem skydive instructor by your side, you will experience the ultimate adrenaline rush as you leap from the plane and skydive back to the drop zone. Begin the skydive experience with a safety briefing before you get dressed and harnessed up to tackle the skydive. Skydivers who book the 16,500 feet dive will enjoy a 30 minute scenic flight before taking the plunge. The skydive will give adrenaline enthusiasts a 75 second free fall before the parachute opens for a 5 minute flight back down to earth over pristine rivers, beaches, rainforest, Glaciers, snow capped mountains and the highest peak in New Zealand, Mt Cook! This is a great introductory skydive for those who may be nervous about tackling a skydive at a higher altitude. However, once you take your first skydive over the Franz & Fox Josef Glacier, it will be hard to wipe the smile off your face and will be asking if you can go again. Professional photo packages are available so you can relive the experience and prove to your friends and family that you skydived over New Zealand's most famous glaciers. If you are an adrenaline junkie or you simply have always wanted to try skydiving then this is the activity for you. Tick off that bucket list item and reserve your spot on a tandem skydive over Franz & Fox Josef for an experience that you will never forget.
Location
What you need to know
- Please note that bookings from April 1st 2026, will incur a $20 Per Person surcharge payable on the day of your booking. Surcharges will be collected directly at check-in, at the base
- Tandem skydive from up to 16,500ft with an experienced instructor
- Jumpsuit, hat, goggles and gloves
- Departure time varies; please opt upon booking
- Please allow 2-3 hours for this experience
- Franz Josef Glacier Base, 69 Cron Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886
- Please wear comfortable clothing
- Glasses and contact lenses are permitted
- This is a weather dependent activity
- The maximum weight limit is 100kg
- Guests up to 120kg can be accommodated at the provider's discretion and is dependent on the weather conditions. A surcharge may apply
- Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions
- Make sure to capture your amazing jump on camera. Options to add on a camera package, contact the supplier directly to book or purchase on the day
- Hand cam: inside camera - $199pp
- Personal photographer - $289pp
- Best of both worlds - $359pp
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
