Plan your trip

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.

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

Carve your own studio.

This flightseeing tour is ideal if you have limited time as driving to Milford Sound from Franz Josef takes 9½ hours. Our Milford Sound flights operate on demand from Franz Josef with time on the ground for photos and perhaps a boat cruise.

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.

15 mins north by car from Franz Josef, a beaut spot! Easily accessible. Boat, fish for trout or swim in Lake Mapourika.

Twin Glacier Fox and Franz (departing Fox Glacier village) - This flight gives you the opportunity to discover the scenic wonders of the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. While landed on the snow photograph Mount Cook and Mount Tasman (allow 30 minutes).

The unsurpassed views and mountain reflections from the forested shores of Lake Matheson make this easy walk one of the most popular on the West Coast.

Soar 13,000ft above Skydive Franz Josef & Fox Glacier for an exhilarating skydive experience. Enjoy breathtaking views while you ascend for up to 15 minutes to altitude as you freefall for up to 45-seconds over the best scenery & sky in New Zealand.

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!

The Terrace, Franz Josef Glacier offers modern accommodation on a quiet side street right in the centre of Franz Josef.