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Haka House Franz Josef is the perfect base for your West Coast wilderness retreat in the heart of New Zealand's Glacier Country.

Feeling amped? Then our Extreme Fox Heli-Hike is for you; spend an exhilarating day on the West Coast’s largest glacier and challenge yourself. Forge your own unique trail through the dramatic terrain of Fox Glacier’s steep upper icefall.

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.

Bed and breakfast accommodation on a 700 acre working beef farm adjoining Lake Matheson with its awesome alpine views. A wide variety of animals can be see on the farm. Cows, sheep, donkeys, horses, dogs and peacocks.

Reflection Lodge is a boutique B&B in a private garden setting in Fox Glacier (West Coast NZ) with fantastic mountain views.

The best way to experience the New Zealand glaciers is on a scenic helicopter flight with Glacier Country Scenic flights.

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.

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.

The Terrace Franz Josef Glacier offers modern accommodation on a quiet side street right in the centre of Franz Josef. Park up, relax and walk to all the town has to offer.

Situated on the very edge of the Westland World Heritage Park, the Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier will welcome you in true New Zealand style.

Stylish accommodation in a beautiful rainforest setting.

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