Plan your trip

Okarito Lagoon is New Zealand's largest unmodified wetland. A coastal lagoon, it is 130 kms south of Hokitika, covering an area of about 12km.

Carve your own studio.

Ultimate Discovery is a 45 minute scenic flight including the three big ones! Franz Josef, Fox and Tasman Glaciers, take in Aoraki Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. Enjoy a 15 minute snow landing allowing for plenty of photos.

Helicopter Scenic Flights and Snow Landings. Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, Tasman Glacier, Mount Cook Aoraki, Mount Tasman. Westland Tai Poutini National Park. West Coast.

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

A Return shuttle service from your accommodation to the glacier carpark and back on a set timetable. Set fee.
Also available for private charters POA.

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.

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

At the top end of Franz Josef village, sits the beautiful, serene St James Church

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.

Bruce Bay - or Mahitahi - is a small coastal settlement with stunning sea vistas and a wonderfully wild windswept beach, 40km south of Fox Glacier and 80 km from Haast.