Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier is a large glacier located in the Westland National Park, on the West Coast. A popular tourist destination, Fox Glacier is fed by four alpine glaciers and falls 2,600 metres. There are plenty of options for activities close to the village including a number of ways to experience the glacier, quiet walks and beachcombing, or serious adrenalin pumping adventures. more
Fox Glacier terminal face is just five kilometres from the village. At night you can walk along a bush path to a fern grotto to see glow worms on show. Near Fox Glacier is beautiful Lake Matheson, famous for its mirror-like reflections of Aoraki / Mount Cook and Mount Tasman/ Rarakiroa, New Zealand’s highest peaks, on a clear day. A delightful bush track walk follows the lake edge.
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AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
Scenic flights over the South Island's spectacular Southern Alps. Our high wing Cessna seats five and provides fantastic viewing and photo opportunities. Enjoy unimpeded views as you fly through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Scenic routes include Mt Cook & West Coast Glaciers and the Rangitata Headwaters. Airport transfers from Christchurch to Queenstown or anywhere in between.
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- +64 3 696 3848
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- +64 27 473 2581
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- 372 Rangitata Terrace Road, Ashburton, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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AIR SAFARIS AND SERVICES - Franz Josef & Tekapo
AIR SAFARIS AND SERVICES - Franz Josef & Tekapo
Mobile-friendly - Our spectacular "Grand Traverse" Scenic flights promise an incredible view of the mighty Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and rugged Westland National Park before traversing Mount Cook to explore the vast Mount Cook National Park. Experienced pilots, safe, modern aircraft, every seat has a window - get the big picture!
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- +64 3 752 0716
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- 0800 723 274 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Main Road, Franz Josef Glacier, Westland, New Zealand
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AIR SAFARIS HELICOPTERS - Lake Tekapo
AIR SAFARIS HELICOPTERS - Lake Tekapo
Mobile-friendly - Air Safaris offers a range of helicopter flights from Lake Tekapo. All with a snow or alpine landing. Choose from the 30 minute Explorer, the 45 minute Grandeur or the 60 minute Magic. See New Zealand’s tallest mountains and longest glaciers up close.
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- +64 3 680 6880
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- 0800 806 880 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 71, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Fox Glacier
BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Fox Glacier
Qualmark 4 star accommodation. We are easy to find on the main road of Fox Glacier, situated in a quiet central location. From the moment you arrive you'll enjoy the convenience of being located in close proximity to the village for shops, restaurants and activity providers. Our superior smoke free accommodation includes a variety of studios and one bedroom units.
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- +64 3 751 0129
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- 0800 235 528 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- SH6, Haast Highway, 55 Main Road, Fox Glacier, West Coast, New Zealand
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CHAUFFEUR TOURS & TRANSPORT - South Island
CHAUFFEUR TOURS & TRANSPORT - South Island
Mobile-friendly - Chauffeurnz.com specialises in transport for the South Island of New Zealand. We are committed to providing ultimate comfort private chauffeur services to meet each client's unique requirements while on holiday or corporate transfers. If you would like to be privately chauffeured in the luxury of Lexus sedans and Mercedes Benz mini vans we are the transport business for you.
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- +64 27 251 1133
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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DISTINCTION FOX GLACIER TE WEHEKA HOTEL - West Coast, South Island
DISTINCTION FOX GLACIER TE WEHEKA HOTEL - West Coast, South Island
Mobile-friendly - Distinction Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps of New Zealand. Featuring spacious bedrooms with super king beds and en-suite bathrooms including separate shower and bath. After a day of adventure relax by the fireplace in the guest lounge or in your room offering magnificent views from your private balcony.
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- +64 3 751 0730
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- 15 Main Road, Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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FOX GLACIER GUIDING - West Coast
FOX GLACIER GUIDING - West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Take a breathtaking guided trip on the West Coast's longest glacier amidst fascinating ice formations with New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company. To ensure your safety, our guides are trained through the internationally recognized New Zealand Mountain Guides Association. We offer a full range of trips to suit all fitness levels.
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- +64 3 751 0825
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- 0800 111 600 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 44 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier Village, New Zealand
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Fox Glacier Postcard
Fox Glacier Postcard
This stunning E-Postcard showcases the beautiful cascading Fox Glacier, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Digital postcards are fun to send and receive and an ideal way to message a friend or family member. Send one today!
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FOX GLACIER TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Fox Glacier
FOX GLACIER TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Fox Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Range of accommodation from tent sites through to modern motel units. Quiet and peaceful location close to Fox Glacier Village with its shops, bars and cafes. New first-class amenities including free gas barbecues and Internet access. Check out our OUTFOXING Guidebooks to enhance your experience of the Westland National Park.
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- +64 3 751 0821
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- 0800 154 366 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Kerrs Rd (off Cook Flat Rd), Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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GLACIER COUNTRY, WEST COAST NZ - Official Visitor Guide
GLACIER COUNTRY, WEST COAST NZ - Official Visitor Guide
Mobile-friendly - Active adventure, relaxation or family fun all against the backdrop of spectacular scenery, Glacier Country offers something for everyone. From the mountains to the sea, you won't want to miss any of it. Create your own unforgettable Glacier Country experience from the wealth of things to do in Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Okarito and the surrounding area.
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- Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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HEARTLAND HOTEL FOX GLACIER - Fox Glacier
HEARTLAND HOTEL FOX GLACIER - Fox Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier originally opened in 1928 and has provided comfortable accommodation for climbers and adventurers from all corners of the world. Restored in 2007, the hotel proudly continues its tradition, with updated modern comforts. Choice of room styles to meet your requirements and budget, all featuring quality room amenities.
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- +64 3 751 0839
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- 0800 NZOWNED (69 69 63) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 11 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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HEARTLAND HOTEL GLACIER COUNTRY - Fox Glacier
HEARTLAND HOTEL GLACIER COUNTRY - Fox Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Heartland Hotel Glacier Country is situated in the centre of Fox Glacier Village, within the Westland World Heritage Park. From the moment you arrive you'll feel right at home. This cosy 51 room hotel, is perfectly located for all your daily activities such as glacier skiing and hiking, rainforest and bush walks, alpine climbing and more.
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- +64 3 751 0847
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- 0800 NZOWNED (69 69 63) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 39 Main Road, Fox Glacier, Westland, New Zealand
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HELISERVICES.NZ FOX AND FRANZ - Fox and Franz Glacier, South Island
HELISERVICES.NZ FOX AND FRANZ - Fox and Franz Glacier, South Island
Mobile-friendly - Experienced helicopter company providing visitors with diverse range of South Island scenic helicopter flights and private charters in the most spectacular alpine and coastal regions of New Zealand. Specialising in year-round snow landings and flight-seeing within National Parks. Operator of choice for hunters, climbers, ski-groups wanting access to backcountry. Also based at Fox Glacier in Fox Guides Building, Main Road.
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- +64 3 752 0793
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- 0800 800 793 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Alpine Adventure Centre, Main Road, Franz Josef & Fox Guides Building, Main Road, Fox Glacier
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INFLITE - Mount Cook
INFLITE - Mount Cook
Mobile-friendly - INFLITE Mount Cook Ski Planes and Helicopters are the only company to offer glacier landing flights in both ski planes and helicopters. Experience the natural quiet of Tasman Glacier and absorb the ever changing landscape of the Southern Alps including NZ's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. INFLITE Mount Cook is proudly Qualmark Gold & only 5 minutes from Aoraki/Mt Cook Village.
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- +64 3 430 8026
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- 0800 800 702 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Aoraki Mount Cook Airport, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
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LAKE MATHESON MOTEL - Fox Glacier, Westland
LAKE MATHESON MOTEL - Fox Glacier, Westland
Mobile-friendly - Surrounded by breathtaking West Coast scenery, a warm welcome, personal service and modern facilities are the keynotes at this clean, comfortable, affordable Fox Glacier motel accommodation. Located close to towering Aoraki/Mount Cook, famous Lake Matheson, seal colony at Gillespies Beach and the excellent facilities of Fox Glacier village. Wide range of studio and family accommodation. 4 star rated.
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- +64 3 751 0830
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- 0800 452 243 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Cnr Cook Flat Rd and Pekanga Dr, Fox Glacier, West Coast, New Zealand
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MATHESON CAFE & REFLECTIONZ GALLERY - Lake Matheson, Fox Glacier
MATHESON CAFE & REFLECTIONZ GALLERY - Lake Matheson, Fox Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Award winning café and restaurant located at the entrance to the popular Lake Matheson Walkway offering delicious food and unsurpassed views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman. Open 7 days from 8am for breakfast and lunch plus dinner during peak summer season. And adjacent NZ themed gallery with unique, high quality gifts, souvenirs, jewellery and artwork.
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- +64 3 751 0878
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- Lake Matheson Rd, Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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SCENIC PACIFIC TOURS - Fox and Franz Glacier, West Coast
SCENIC PACIFIC TOURS - Fox and Franz Glacier, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Traverse the Southern Alps through Haast Pass to the West Coast of the South Island. Tours 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, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves and the Bay of Islands available.
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- +64 3 359 3999
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- 0800 500 388 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 502a Wairakei Road, Harewood, Christchurch, New Zealand
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SKYDIVE FOX GLACIER - Fox Glacier, Westland
SKYDIVE FOX GLACIER - Fox Glacier, Westland
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Skydive Fox Glacier. Voted the 2nd most scenic skydive in the world (Lonely Planet). Our leisurely flight to altitude takes us over the Fox Glacier and up close to Aoraki/Mount Cook - this is truly the best scenery on offer in New Zealand.
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- +64 3 751 0080
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- 0800 751 0080 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1 Cook Flat Rd, Fox Glacier, Westland National Park (Te Wahipounamu), New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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SUNSET MOTEL - Fox Glacier
SUNSET MOTEL - Fox Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Sunset Motels is designed around you, to give you all the comforts of home with the bonus of the best views in the Fox Glacier accommodation area. We go out of our way to make our guests feel at home and do all we can to make their stay the best experience they have on there holiday.
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- +64 3 751 0062
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- 0800 751 006 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 93 Cook Flat Road, Fox Glacier, Westland, New Zealand
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THE HELICOPTER LINE - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers
THE HELICOPTER LINE - Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers
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.
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- +64 3 752 0767
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- 0800 807 767 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Main South Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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THE WESTHAVEN MOTEL - Fox Glacier, Westland
THE WESTHAVEN MOTEL - Fox Glacier, Westland
Mobile-friendly - Epitomising luxurious, stylish, contemporary motel-style accommodation, The Westhaven offers luxurious queen, twin queen, king and deluxe super king studio units. Ideal for the discerning traveller. Close to the hub of Fox Glacier, this makes us an ideal base, allowing you to enjoy everything the glacier region and the glorious West Coast have to offer.
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- +64 3 751 0084
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- 0800 369 452 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 29 Main Road, State Highway, Fox Glacier, Westland, New Zealand
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Pink Floyd Tribute (Comfortably Numb)
C & R Entertainment present to you “Comfortably Numb” New Zealand’s premier Pink Floyd tribute show, performed by Hawkes Bay band ”Revival“. With decades of combined experience behind them, an impressive ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 17th July 2019
To: 10:00pm on Wednesday 17th July 2019
Barefoot and Buckets - TimberNook West Coast
At TimberNook West Coast these holidays we’ll be doing everything from muddy construction ‘work’ to a hero rescue mission to hosting a secret pizza party in the woods. During the course of the week we will ...
Where: Kahurangi Lodge, Kumara, West Coast
Address: 10 Serpentine Road
From: 9:00am on Monday 15th July 2019
To: 3:00pm on Friday 19th July 2019
Into the West... A Vocal Journey
Back by popular demand… The Vocal Collective, formerly Christchurch Pops Choir, returns to Hokitika once more to thrill, entertain, and bring joy to the West Coast. Featuring music of well known artists of yesterday ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 7:00pm on Saturday 3rd August 2019
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 3rd August 2019
Solitude
AOTNZ tour. I’m dreaming hours down to minutes…” In 1913 Annie enters the remote mountains of Kahurangi National Park to live a hidden life with her lover Henry Chaffey and stays there for 40 years. 40 years ...
Where: Old Lodge Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 11 Revell Street, Hokitika, Westland
From: 7:30pm on Sunday 18th August 2019
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 18th August 2019
Emma G - Together We Rise
The magic of fear is: learning to rise again - breaking the walls we've built in our minds - the magic of love is: together we rise Monsoon Bar & Restaurant is proud to feature Kiwi born, now turned US ...
Where: Monsoon Bar, Franz Josef, Westland
Address: Cron St, Franz Josef, Westland
From: 8:00pm on Sunday 1st September 2019
To: 11:00pm on Sunday 1st September 2019
Loss, Grief and Healing Seminar with Sue
If you’re reading this notice, then you’ve been drawn to my seminar event for a very special reason. I have been told that the universe certainly works in mysterious ways, and we are often guided to certain people ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Cnr Mackay & Herbert Sts, Greymouth, Grey
From: 7:00pm on Friday 13th September 2019
To: 10:00pm on Friday 13th September 2019
Wool On Wheels Pop Up
Do you love a good yarn? So do we! All the variety of a major yarn market in one room so you can squish to your heart's delight. This is your annual opportunity to browse an amazing selection of artisan yarns, ...
Where: New Coasters, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 38 Albert St, Greymouth, Grey
From: 4:00pm on Thursday 19th September 2019
To: 7:00pm on Thursday 19th September 2019
Ride the Wilderness
Ride the Wilderness is a Mountain Bike Ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on Saturday 16th November 2019. This event gives riders the opportunity to see the West Coast beauty and in 2019 it will give you, all it ...
Where: Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre, Ross, Westland
Address: 4 Aylmer St, Ross, Westland
From: 8:00am on Saturday 16th November 2019
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 16th November 2019
The Extravaganza Fair
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up!!! Welcome to Season 5 of New Zealand's largest and newest travelling event! The Extravaganza Fair! The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something ...
Where: Karoro Domain, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Miro Street, Greymouth, Grey
From: 9:00am on Saturday 23rd November 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 24th November 2019