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Franz Josef or Fox Glacier Mount Cook Spectacular - Glacier Helicopters

This flight covers it all. Snow landings, glacier icefalls, crevasses and neves, all with views from the ocean to the alps. Cross the Southern Alps’ rugged spine & circle the peak of New Zealand’s highest mountain, the magnificent Aoraki/Mount Cook.

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Glacier Hot Pools - Temporarily Closed

New Zealand's unique hot pools experience, in the heart of the rainforest. Our pools are the perfect way to unwind and experience a blissful state of pure relaxation after travelling along Te Tai o Poutini (The West Coast).

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Lake Matheson Nature Tour

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.

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Skydive Franz Josef - 18,000ft Tandem Skydive

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with an 18,000ft. tandem skydive over Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. Soar above icy wonders and stunning landscapes, feeling the adrenaline rush as you take in breathtaking views from the ultimate sky-high adventure.

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ReflectioNZ Gallery

ReflectioNZ Gallery at Lake Matheson near Fox Glacier showcases carefully selected, contemporary merchandise with a New Zealand flavour, artwork, jewellery, greenstone and New Zealand made gifts. Award winning Cafe next door.

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Glacier View Motel

15 well appointed rooms set in a quiet location just 2.5 kms north of Franz Josef Glacier. Base yourself here with us while you explore the Glacier area, mountains, rain forest and beaches and much more!

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Skydive Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

New Zealand's highest skydive at 18,000ft. Skydive Franz is a premier tandem skydiving experience amidst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers & ocean views. Multiple height options from 10,000ft to 18,000ft. Featured on Red Bull's Most Insane Skydives.

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Betsey Jane Restaurant

Fox Glacier beautiful dining!

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Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

Located in the heart of the Westland World Heritage Park, the Heartland Hotel Glacier Country is the perfect place from which to base your glacier activities.

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Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier

Luxury hotel offering bed and breakfast accommodation nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps of NZ. After a day of adventure relax by the fireplace and enjoy magnificent views in the guest lounge or from your spacious room's private balcony.

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Milford Sound Flights from Franz Josef

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.

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Trans-Divide Excursions from Franz Josef to Lake Tekapo.

For travellers with limited time, our one way or return scenic flights from Franz Josef to Tekapo over the main divide of the Southern Alps let you experience the other side without the 8 hour drive.

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