Plan your trip

Fly over the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman and Shackleton Glaciers. See Mount Cook, Ice Lake and Gunn Range where the Lord of The Rings filmed the lighting of the beacons. Two snow landings are included in this 60 minute flight.

Nestled amongst native bush at the feet of the Southern Alps, Rainforest Retreat offers deluxe Tree House, Tree Lodge, Tree Huts and Park Motel accommodation, and a friendly and fun backpackers and holiday camp.

At the top end of Franz Josef village, sits the beautiful, serene St James Church

Enjoy this pleasant short walk and get a great view of the glacier and the opportunity to cross a historic suspension bridge.

Campsite located near an old gold mining settlement and a seal colony. Tracks lead to historic suction and bucket dredges, and Galway Beach.

Fantastic day long ice climbing adventure on the upper part of the mighty Fox Glacier, New Zealand with the added thrill of 2 helicopter flights. Suitable for novices and experts alike. Good fitness level required.

INFLITE Experience helicopter tours give you exclusive access to the dramatic terrain and spectacular views of one of New Zealand's natural wonders.

The local Franz Josef Glacier i-Site is a great place to get inspired about everything on offer in Glacier Country.

Small group guided nature walk around the iconic Lake Matheson, with breathtaking reflections of New Zealand's highest mountains - Cook & Tasman. Includes wet weather gear & hot drink/biscuit.

Treat yourself to a scenic flight from Franz Josef Glacier to experience to magnificent landscapes of the Southern Alps and West Coast Glaciers. Incredible views of the Mount Cook National Park are just minutes away from the Franz Josef Glacier!

Bruce Bay - or Mahitahi - is a small coastal settlement with stunning sea vistas and a wonderfully wild windswept beach, 40km south of Fox Glacier and 80 km from Haast.