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New Zealand's 15 most popular franz josef and fox glacier tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Helicopter to Franz Josef Glacier, then a guided crampon hike through ice caves and crevasses with warm gear and expert ice-guides.
“An amazing tour and experience! Knowledgeable guide and the hike was well planned out. Totally worth it and highly recommend!”
A heli-hike on Fox Glacier: short helicopter flights, up to 3 hours walking on the ice with crampons, plus panoramic views and guide-led safety.
“Visiting Fox glacier is a must. It is a unique experience. They are professional, friendly and knowledgeable.”
Paddle Lake Mapourika on a small-group tour from Franz Josef, with gear, guide-led wildlife stops, and digital photos after your trip.
“Danny was our guide, she is wonderful. The kayak was one of the best that we have done in years. We have done a few but this one was unique. It was raining that day a I thought this was not going to be good, but then the water is warmer and as we reached…”
Fly 35 minutes over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman Glacier, with a glacier snow landing for photos on a small-group helicopter tour.
“Spectacular, breathtaking.. pilot, Eddy was great, clear skies which made it even better. Book it..!”
Two hours of off-road quad biking in Franz Josef. Wet gear and gumboots included, with rainforest, river crossings, and glacier views.
“Adventurous tour with expert guides. Justin and Will were expert guides who outlined expectations every step of the way.”
Fly the West Coast glaciers in a helicopter with an alpine landing near Franz Josef, where weather decides the snow show.
“Amazing experience! We felt very safe in the capable hands of Mark our pilot and we were impressed by the stunning views. We were very lucky with the weather and able to land on the glacier, after a couple of days with poor weather conditions.”
Take a 25-minute helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a snow landing for up-close ice views, photos, and wow-factor.
“Awesome! The company is very clear about conditions. You need luck beacouse the weather is the boss.”
Twin Glacier helicopter from Franz Josef with panoramic views, snow landing on the ice top, and Fox Glacier flyover.
“The support and service offered by all, from office help, to guides to the helicopter were first class! Our pilot was wonderful, fullnof help, knowledge and expertise. We would highly recommend this”
Skip the line at Franz Josef Wildlife Centre to see Rowi kiwi, tuatara and glacier displays, with optional VIP backstage access.
“Fantastic information about the conservation of Kiwis all over NZ. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, great displays with information on Glaciers. Highly recommend the guided tour (backstage pass) to see the Tuatara and the informatioRead more”
Twin Glacier heli flight from Franz Josef to Fox, with live narration, low passes, and a glacier snow landing for photos.
“Spectacular views and awesome staff. Pilot was fantastic and gave us plenty of information about the history of the glaciers during the flight. Landing on the glacier and taking in the view was an incredible experience not to be missed!”
Paddle Lake Mapourika, then hike the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Easy half-day in Southern Alps country with gear, hot drinks, and photos.
“Our guides (Farrah, Briar and “Pickles” were friendly, engaging and very knowledgeable about local flora and fauna. The paddle trip was fun; the hike was incredibly interesting and informative. Overall, the entire adventure was very well organiRead more”
See Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers from the air plus a snow landing when conditions allow on a small-group helicopter flight.
“Sadly we’re were not able to do the 3 glaciers and one landing due to the weather. However we were able to get a helicopter ride and get up close to a couple of glaciers on the day. Pilot very informative,”
Small-group 2-hour cruise on Lake Mapourika near Franz Josef. Hot drinks included, bring wine, kiwi conservation, calm reflections.
“Lovely peaceful cruise around the lake with Joe, who was full of local history and knowledge, saw wild birds and native trees, did think from advert that we were going to see a glacier, but could only see where it had been many years ago”
Take a 25-minute Fox Glacier helicopter flight with a snow landing, live pilot commentary, and great photo chances over New Zealand’s West Coast.
“Great customer care throughout. We felt we were in very capable and professional hands. Also a fun and relaxing experience! A big Thank you to Liam who went through the safety plan and a big thank you to Richard our knowledgeable and helpful pilot.”
A small-group rainforest walk to Franz Josef Glacier viewpoints, with guides sharing local legends, plants, and glacier science, plus weather-ready gear.
“A really good trip with an excellent local guide. Cliff is your quintessential Kiwi with plenty of local knowledge and the requisite amount of quirky humour. Well recommended.”
