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

SnakeBite Brewery & Restaurant, located on the main street in Franz Josef Glacier, serves authentic Southeast Asian & Kiwi dishes from their fresh tasty menu.

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.

Glacier Explorer is a 25 minute scenic flight flying 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 & Mt Cook in the distance with plenty of time for photos.

Franz Josef Treetops offers the ideal place for a family or group of friends to relax while visiting Franz Josef Glacier. Stay in the centre of the town while surrounded by treeferns.

Fly over the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman and Shackleton Glaciers. See Mount Cook, Ice Lake and Gunn Range where the Lord of The Rings filmed the lighting of the beacons. Two snow landings are included in this 60 minute flight.

Welcome to Ribbonwood Retreat our hosted accommodation in Franz Josef Glacier, located in the Westland National Park with uninterrupted mountain and forest views. Hosts Jonathan and Julie are experts on the history and ecology of Glacier Country.

Your local, fully equipped, mechanical and engineering workshop

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

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.

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.

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.