Franz Josef Glacier Attractions and Activities
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.
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ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES - Franz Josef
ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES - Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - Experience the thrill of riding two-seater quadbikes through dense rainforest and braided riverbeds. Have fun in the sun and see spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier OR as we like to say, the wetter the better to get down and dirty in the mud and water. All wet-weather gear provided and no experience necessary.
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- +64 3 752 0123
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- 0800 234 288 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 133, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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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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AMAIA LUXURY SPA - Franz Josef Glacier
AMAIA LUXURY SPA - Franz Josef Glacier
Mobile-friendly - Situated in Franz Josef Glacier township surrounded by beautiful native bush and stunning mountain views. Amaia Luxury Spa offers outstanding Skin and Body Therapies in a peaceful and relaxed environment. Gorgeous Facial Therapies that will restore your natural radiance and balance your skins needs. Massage Therapies including Lomi-Lomi to soothe away tension and promote a sense of well-being.
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- +64 3 752 0555
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- Te Waonui Forest Retreat, 3 Wallace Street (off State Highway 6), Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES - Franz Josef, South Westland
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES - Franz Josef, South Westland
Mobile-friendly - Explore the West Coast's most spectacular glacier environment with Franz Josef Glacier Guides. We're proud to offer exclusive guiding access on Franz Josef Glacier and have a range of tours to suit all abilities. All trips include free entry to the Glacier Hot Pools.
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- +64 3 752 0763
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- 0800 484 337 (0800 GUIDES) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef, West Coast, New Zealand
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER HOT POOLS - Franz Josef, West Coast
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER HOT POOLS - Franz Josef, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Located in Franz Josef township, the Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools are a haven of natural tranquillity. These unique hot pools are nestled among native rainforest offering a range of relaxation options including main pools, private pools and spa and massage treatments. The perfect way to unwind after a day of travel on the coast or exploring the glaciers.
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- +64 3 752 0099
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- 0800 044 044 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef, West Coast, New Zealand
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GLACIER COUNTRY LAKE TOURS - Franz Josef, West Coast
GLACIER COUNTRY LAKE TOURS - Franz Josef, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - Glacier Country Lake Tours provides Scenic Cruises and Fishing charters on Lake Mapourika. The Hannah-K is a fully enclosed scenic tour boat designed to let you enjoy the beauty of the West Coast in comfort and style. Fish for Salmon and Trout or sit back and enjoy the panoramic mountain views, pristine rainforest and native birdlife of Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary.
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- +64 3 752 0230
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- 0800 423 262 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 64 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier Village, New Zealand
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GLACIER COUNTRY, WEST COAST NZ - Official Visitor Guide
GLACIER COUNTRY, WEST COAST NZ - Official Visitor Guide
Mobile-friendly - From the highest mountains, largest glaciers, rainforests, dramatic beaches and everything in between, the untamed natural wilderness of Glacier Country ticks all the boxes. Visit our online guide for daily glacier updates, live webcams, maps and information on the wealth of things to do, accommodation, cafes & restaurants in Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Okarito and the surrounding area.
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- Fox Glacier, New Zealand
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GLACIERS COUNTRY KAYAKS - Franz Josef
GLACIERS COUNTRY KAYAKS - Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - A unique kayak and stand-up paddleboard adventure awaits you, just minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Join us for a kayak or SUP tour on Lake Mapourika, West Coast. Explore a glacial lake, native rainforest and kiwi sanctuary while enjoying views of the Southern Alps and glaciers. Free high quality digital photos are provided on all our tours.
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- +64 3 752 0230
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- 0800 423 262 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 64 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier Village, 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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LATITUDE SOUTH TRAVEL COMPANY - New Zealand
LATITUDE SOUTH TRAVEL COMPANY - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Latitude South takes you to the real New Zealand going that extra mile, delivering authentic and fulfilling luxury travel experiences. Our focus on small groups and privately-guided experiences allows you to delve into the wonderful aspects that make up New Zealand. We'll offer you once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, engaging local people, fantastic activities-unique experiences that will live on in your memory.
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- +64 3 546 8779
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- Suite 4A, Level One, 245 Hardy Street, Nelson
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NEW ZEALAND TRAILS - New Zealand Wide
NEW ZEALAND TRAILS - New Zealand Wide
New Zealand guided walking adventures. We are a specialist adventure tour company with decades of experience running small-group tours with the best Kiwi guides. Enjoy hikes on the Milford, Routeburn and Hollyford Tracks plus Mt Cook and Arthurs Pass. See more on our website.
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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 FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER - West Coast, South Island NZ
SKYDIVE FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER - West Coast, South Island NZ
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Skydive Franz Josef & 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 3 752 0714
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- 0800 4 JUMPS (58677) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 20 Main Rd, Franz Josef Glacier 7886, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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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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TUATARA TOURS GUIDED WALKING TOURS - Christchurch
TUATARA TOURS GUIDED WALKING TOURS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Specialising in fully-guided outdoor walking adventures that are achievable for the average person. Our high quality walking tours have a mix of the best elements that the South Island has to offer. Tuatara Tours has wide variety of tour options including combination walking and cycling adventures. Our tours are fully guided with all luggage transported, great local cuisine, quality accommodation.
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- +64 3 962 3280
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- 0800 377 378 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 148 Victoria Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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WEST COAST TOURS - Greymouth
WEST COAST TOURS - Greymouth
Mobile-friendly - Explore West Coast offers visitors to the region a scenic tours service around the West Coast of the South Island. We offer a range of unique and scenic tours giving you a chance to explore the Untamed Natural Wilderness of the West Coast region. Scenic tours of Punakaiki, Lake Brunner, Hokitika Gorge and the Glaciers are available.
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- +64 3 768 7080
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- The Railway Station, 164 Mackay Street, Greymouth, New Zealand
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WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS - Whataroa, Westland
WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS - Whataroa, Westland
Mobile-friendly - 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.
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- +64 3 753 4120
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- 0800 523 456 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Whataroa, South Westland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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