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Forest View 3 Bedroom Cottage

Situated in central Franz Josef, Forest View Franz Josef provides accommodation within easy walking distance of several restaurants, the Glacier Hot Pools and tour operators. Boasting a tour desk, this property offers unlimited free WIFI.

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HeliServices.NZ Franz Josef - Franz Josef Glacier flight with snow landing

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

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Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Nestled at the base of the majestic Southern Alps in the Westland World Heritage Park. The Hotel is the ideal base from which to explore the many local attractions.

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Franz Alpine Retreat

Multiple type of rooms including one or two bedroom chalets and one bedroom unit nestled in the heart of the Glacier Country of the world famous Southern Alps. Enjoy your stay with family or friends in our lovely retreat.

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Heliservices.NZ Franz Josef and Fox Glacier

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

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Lord of the Rings location

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.

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Glacier Explorer - 25 min Franz Josef Scenic Flight

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.

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The Helicopter Line Franz Josef Glacier

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.

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Fox Glacier - Neve Discoverer

The Helicopter Line offers scenic helicopter flights over glaciers, ice caves and pinnacles. Glacier landings are a specialty.

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Betsey Jane Restaurant

Fox Glacier beautiful dining!

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Franz Josef Glacier Heli Ice Climb

Reach new heights with our Glacier Heli Ice Climb, praised by many as some of the best climbing in the world. Enjoy exclusive access to the Franz Josef Glacier and have the ultimate West Coast adventure with our award-winning team.

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White Heron Sanctuary Tours

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

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