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Helicopter Scenic Flights and Snow Landings. Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, Tasman Glacier, Mount Cook Aoraki, Mount Tasman. Westland Tai Poutini National Park. West Coast.

Welcome to my peaceful hideaway. My modern country home with ensuite rooms is set in 8 acres of pure nature at its best, with breathtaking views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman towering above Fox Glacier.

TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2021 Top Out of the Ordinary Experience–World. Our fly-in, fly-out guided Heli Hike combines the excitement of exploring a remote & exceptionally stunning part of the Fox Glacier with the thrill of 2 helicopter flights.

One of the respected Bella Vista Accommodation chain of 27 motels nationwide. You can depend on us for a warm welcome and comfortable, consistent experience all following the same recognisable Bella Vista design. Includes free car-park & free WIFI.

Stunning views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman, perfectly located to explore the West Coast's glacier region.

Simply nice. We offer a central Fox Glacier location with simple ensuite rooms for couples or families for a nice price. Wireless Internet, undercover parking, a guest laundry with friendly service!

Franz Josef TOP 10 Motels are situated in a quiet rural setting with magnificent glacier and mountain views.

Skydive Franz Josef is one of the only tandem Helicopter Skydive in New Zealand. Enjoy a smooth helicopter flight to 10,000ft altitude, take in the stunning views, and instructor camera package is included to ensure you go home with the memories.

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.

New Zealand's unique hot pools experience, in the heart of the rainforest. Our pools are the perfect way to unwind and experience a blissful state of pure relaxation after travelling along Te Tai o Poutini (The West Coast).

Fly over the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman and Shackleton Glaciers. See Aoraki 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.

Lighting of the beacons that run along The White Mountains (Ered Nimrais) from Gondor to Rohan was filmed at Mount Gunn, near Franz Josef, West Coast.