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Welcome to my peaceful hideaway. My modern country home with ensuite rooms is set in 8 acres of pure nature at its best, with breathtaking views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman towering above 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.

Sunset Motels has a three star rating. We have the best views of Mt Cook & Mt Tasman from every unit. Studios, spa & family units available.

Fly by helicopter over the icefalls of the Fox Glacier & overnight high in the Southern Alps in the historic Chancellor Hut – a truly magnificent NZ alpine mountaineering experience.

TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2021 Top Out of the Ordinary Experience – World #1 Fox Glacier Heli Hike. Year-round guided Heli Hikes and Ice Climbing on the West Coast's biggest and less crowded glacier. Discover the dramatic world of ice.

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

Pilot's Choice is a 35 minute scenic flight including two of the big ones. Franz Josef Glacier then either the Fox or Tasman Glaciers depending on the weather. Take in the Southern Alps & Mt Cook with a 10 minute snow landing for plenty of photos.

Lake Mapourika is one of the South Island’s most scenic fishing destinations. Fish for brown trout and salmon, on our fully covered tour boat.

Affordable accommodation in Franz Josef with free soup, breakfast, popcorn, spa pool, and international phone calls.

Experience the best scenery and sky in New Zealand with a 16,500ft skydive over Skydive Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. Dive into breathtaking views of pristine glaciers, lush rainforests, and rugged mountains - freefall from up to 60 seconds.

Glenfern offers luxurious one and two bedroom villas near Franz Josef Glacier township. An ideal base for you to explore the Glacier region.

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