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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.

Freefall at speeds of up to 200kph from 10,000ft. above the breathtaking views of the West Coast. Float gently to the ground on a freefall for up to 30-seconds with our expert instructors ensure your safety throughout the jump.

Packrafting is a fast-growing sport and the West Coast is one of the best places in the world to do it!

Welcome to Ribbonwood Retreat, your escape in Franz Josef, Westland National Park. Enjoy stunning mountain and rainforest views while experiencing the warm hospitality of hosts Jonathan and Julie, who love sharing their vibrant birdlife and wildlife.

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.

Combine an awesome scenic helicopter flight over the glacier with a unique guided walk amongst the ice caves, pinnacles and seracs of the pristine alpine environment.

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

New Zealand's Only Kotuku, White Heron Nesting Site, Whataroa is the departure point for White Heron Sanctuary Tours.

Westwood Lodge offers stylish accommodation in a delightful, quiet, landscaped native bush garden. Our luxurious Bed & Breakfast Lodge is the ideal place to unwind, relax and explore the Franz Josef Glacier and surrounding area.

Enjoy this pleasant short walk and get a great view of the glacier and the opportunity to cross a historic suspension bridge.

Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are two of New Zealand largest glaciers. From above you’ll view and appreciate the incredible natural phenomenon, towering ice formations and vastness the glaciers.