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Steep and dramatic or vast and remote? Take our Twin Glacier flight and you won't have to choose – you'll experience two very different glacial formations and a snow landing.

A stunning 50 minute scenic flight over the vast snowfields and dramatic icefalls of the Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers. Then around Aoraki Mt Cook, Mt Tasman and over the Tasman Glacier. Every seat a window seat.

ReflectioNZ Gallery at Lake Matheson near Fox Glacier showcases carefully selected, contemporary merchandise with a New Zealand flavour, artwork, jewellery, greenstone and New Zealand made gifts. Award winning Cafe next door.

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

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel is a 5-Star Hotel haven nestled in the heart of Franz Josef’s native West Coast rainforest. Thoughtfully designed for sustainability, it offers an immersive blend of nature and indulgence.

The Franz Josef campervan park is located right in the centre of Franz Josef with free WIFI, hot showers, laundry and kitchen facilities. We are a small purpose built site, offering the most central location of all campervan parks.

Take a step back in time and immerse yourself in the story of Alice May Parkinson along with some mouth-watering food and great ambience.

Glacier Explorer is a 25 minute scenic flight over the Franz Josef Glacier and taking in part of the Southern Alps. The 10 minute snow landing with a great view of Mt Ellie de Beaumont & Aoraki Mt Cook in the distance with plenty of time for photos.

Opened Jan 2014 our complex is set amongst native bush within easy walking distance of all attractions and amenities in Franz Josef Village. Beautiful apartment like units.

This delightful short walk follows a stream through the rainforest. Glow worms can be seen along the trail.

Stunning rental and fully guided kayak trips on the remote and tranquil Okarito Lagoon, with incredible views of the Southern Alps and Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Family friendly and suitable for all abilities.