Franz Josef - Glaciers Eco Tours

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Okarito Eco Tour

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $80.00 per person

Explore the old gold mining village of Okarito - one of New Zealand's unique hidden gems. Reknown for New Zealand's longest natural wetland and feeding ground to the Kotuku (White Heron), home to Royal Spoonbills and 74 other species of birds including many seabirds like the Eastern Bar-tailed Godwit, pied Stilts and Oyster Catchers.
The village itself has rich gold mining and flax (harakeke) export history, with an old wharf shed now converted into a mini museum. Well known for it's... More...

Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

Kayaking - Franz Josef - Starting from $120.00 per person

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers.
Explore a kiwi sanctuary set amidst some of the oldest untouched rainforest in Westland!
This tour lasts up to three hours and is designed to complete your Glacier Country Experience! More...

Lake Matheson Eco Tour

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $80.00 per person

Visit this iconic Lake which has just been named NZ's Great Short Walk.
World famous for it's stunning mirror-like reflections of our highest mountains - Mt Tasman and Mt Cook. Relaxed guided nature walking tour through an incredible primeval rainforest to magnificent reflections and mountain views. Departure times vary throughout the year as we like to give you the best possible chance of reflections (early morning or late evening). Your experienced guide will give you information on the... More...

Heli-Hike Franz Josef Glacier Walk

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $479.00 per person

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 4-hour Franz Josef Glacier walk. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles area of the glacier with your guide. Navigate your way through the maze of ice on your moderately difficult hike. Learn of the dramatic environmental changes affecting the glacier and gain insight into the geological forces at play. Afterwards, take a soak in the hot pools to warm up and soothe your muscles (complimentary). Group size is limited to 11 to... More...

Fox Glacier Valley Eco Tour

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $80.00 per person

Approx 2 - 2.5 hour fully guided walking tour in the Fox Glacier Valley (inc breaks). Transport included from Franz Josef and Fox Glacier townships. Afternoon tea provided, as well as wet weather gear, umbrellas and walking poles. Go off the beaten path in safety with your guide*, and learn about the local flora, fauna, glaciology & geology, as well as history of the area. More...

Franz Josef Glacier Valley Eco Tour

Eco Tour - Franz Josef - Starting from $80.00 per person

Get out and explore on this 3-hour guided walking tour in the Franz Josef Glacier Valley. Walk through native rainforest and learn about native flora and fauna, waterfalls, the Waiho River and the Franz Josef Glacier. Tour includes complimentary morning tea. Free use of umbrellas, rain gear protection, and walking poles is also included.
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Holly Homestead B&B - Bed and Breakfast.

Located in Franz Josef, home of the famous Franz Josef Glacier, this B&B offers free Wi-Fi and free breakfast, 4...

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Franz Josef Glacier Valley Eco Tour - Eco Tour - Franz Josef. Starting from $80.00 per person.

Get out and explore on this 3-hour guided walking tour in the Franz Josef Glacier Valley. Walk through native...

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