Plan your trip

Explore the historic gold mining village of Okarito - a definite hidden gem on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.

Okarito Lagoon is New Zealand's largest unmodified wetland. A coastal lagoon, it is 130 kms south of Hokitika, covering an area of about 12km.

Kahere Retreat is a family run and uniquely handcrafted eco lodge located in the beautiful world heritage Glacier Country of the wild West Coast.

Stylish accommodation in Fox Glacier township.

Welcome to The Landing Restaurant & Bar.

You’ll find our Glacier shop in the Franz Josef Glacier township, a 30 minute drive north of Fox Glacier.

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.

Mt Fox Day Hike. If you are looking for a truly epic one day out in the hills that is challenging – then this adventure is considered the best of the best.

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

See what most people never get the chance to and journey into the largely inaccessible heart of the majestic Southern Alps. Explore the ice falls and experience a snow landing and explore before returning to Franz Josef/Fox Glacier township.

Lonely Planet judged the West Coast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef as one of the 12 must see things to visit in New Zealand. This is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South Island and must see" all weather attraction. See live Tuatara & Kiwi.

HeliServices.NZ Franz Josef Glacier with snow landing (allow 20 minutes) - Explore the Franz Josef Glacier to 6,000ft and land on the snow with exceptional views of New Zealand's Southern Alps.