Plan your trip

Join Glacier Valley Eco Tours and see the world-famous Franz Josef Glacier, one of the most dynamic glaciers in the world. Our expert-guided walk will take you off the beaten track and give you an informative, personable tour suited to your needs.

The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.

As an introduction to mountaineering this heli-trek trip cannot be surpassed. Fly into the Fox Glacier valley and hike to the Chancellor Dome summit for magnificent views of New Zealand's highest peaks & the Tasman Sea. Good fitness required.

Discover the glacier wonderland on close-up scenic flights with Glacier Helicopters.

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

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

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!

Fox Glacier Lodge is located in Fox Glacier and sits on the edge of The Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Free WiFi access is available. The lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodations as well as self-contained units with cooking facilities.

Discover Lake Mapourika the scenic gem of the West Coast. Our boat tours depart at the iconic Jetty Bay, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy Scenic Cruises and guided nature walks with breathtaking views of the Southern Alps.

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.

Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon

Enjoy a gentle, gradual climb up the Fox Glacier valley. Includes a shuttle to the trailhead from Franz Josef or Fox Glacier township. Traverse a beautiful trail through the historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park.