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ReflectioNZ Gallery

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.

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Lord of the Rings location

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.

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Betsey Jane Restaurant

Fox Glacier beautiful dining!

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Lake Ianthe Matahi Campsite

Campsite in an area popular for boating, trout fishing and swimming.

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Rainforest Retreat

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.

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Bella Vista Fox Glacier

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.

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Alpine Glacier Motel, Franz Josef

Spacious, ground floor and down stairs studios and family units with spectacular alpine and rainforest views.

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High Peaks Hotel

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

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Rainforest Motel

The Rainforest Motel is a family-owned and operated motel situated in the small, picturesque village of Fox Glacier on the West Coast of the South Island.

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Fox Glacier - Twin Glacier

From Fox Village fly over both the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, soaring first over the townships and then following the ice flow high up into the upper reaches.

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Skydive Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

New Zealand's highest skydive at 18,000ft. Skydive Franz is a premier tandem skydiving experience amidst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers & ocean views. Multiple height options from 10,000ft to 18,000ft. Featured on Red Bull's Most Insane Skydives.

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Glacier Helicopters - Franz Josef Glacier

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!

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