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The Franz Josef Glacier is located on the West Coast of New Zealand. See remnants of the ice age cascade from vast snowfields of the Southern Alps to valley floors. more
Franz Josef Glacier has many tourist attractions and travel activities with something to suit all ages, tastes and budgets. From adrenaline adventure to a relaxing day out, you need never be bored in Franz Josef Glacier.
Select tourist attractions and activities in Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different West Coast area.
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Thrilling two-hour-plus quad bike ride with glacial views and the thrill of riding through West Coast dense rainforest, braided riverbeds and glorious mud to emerge at an ancient terminal moraine and an outstanding view of the Franz Josef Glacier. Two-seater "Bombardier" 400cc automatic quad bikes, no experience necessary. (Ask about our Heli-Quad option for the ultimate quad bike experience)...(more)
Phone | Address | MapSpectacular and unforgettable Grand Traverse scenic flights of the Mount Cook and Westland World Heritage Parks. Explore the alpine wonderland of New Zealand's highest mountains and largest glaciers on this incredible flightseeing experience. Depart hourly from Lake Tekapo, Glentanner Park and Franz Josef on modern, well equipped aircraft. All window seats...(more)
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See mountains, lakes and glaciers—close up and personal. Scenic flights are the way to see and experience the vast Westland and Mt Cook National Parks. Land on glaciers and touch snow any time of the year. We operate from Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Lake Tekapo, Kaikoura and Makarora...(more)
Phone | Address | MapTe Ara Pounamu—the Greenstone Pathway. Different beautiful West Coast guided walks, short half-day to five-day options. Walks have different themes and follow routes of early Maori explorers. Choose a walk to suit your ability. Amazing places including mountain hot pools, limestone canyons, glaciers, searching for jade. Everything supplied...(more)
Phone | Address | MapWe specialise in top-quality, personal tours to the breathtaking glaciers of Franz Josef and Fox, world-famous Lake Matheson, and the historic settlement of Okarito. Our tours are specially designed for clients who want to learn about the wonders of this incredible natural environment. Safe and interesting experiences in this temperate rainforest region for all...(more)
Phone | Address | MapTraverse the Southern Alps through Haast Pass to the West Coast of the South Island. Tours that feature TranzAlpine Railway, West Coast Rainforest, Franz Josef Glacier, with time to walk/fly Glacier. Optional tour of Shantytown. Also spectacular tours of Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mt Cook, West Coast Glaciers, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves and the Bay of Islands available...(more)
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A scenic flight is the best way to experience the dramatic glacier terrain of the West Coast. The Helicopter Line offers both scenic flights and the Franz Josef Heli Hike. The Heli Hike discovers up close the phenomenon of glaciers. Combine two awesome scenic helicopter flights with a unique guided walk...(more)
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Visit New Zealand's only White Heron (Kotuku) nesting colony. The beautiful White Heron breeds only in a single secret location in what is one of the most romantic parts of the country—in the Waitangiroto nature reserve—part of the South Westland World Heritage area. Rainforest nature tours and scenic jetboating all year round...(more)
Phone | Address | MapDaily glacier updates, live weather cameras, visitor maps and suggested itineraries. Info on accommodation, attractions, activities, scenic flights, walking tracks, restaurants and cafes...(more)
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