Franz Josef Nature Tour
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This eco-tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, providing opportunities for off-track adventures & a profound insight into the intricate workings of the ecosystem. This unforgettable journey unveils the hidden wonders of the Franz Josef Glacier Valley. Meander through ancient native podocarp rainforest, stroll along a pristine glacial-fed river and marvel at the mirror-like reflections of the snow-capped mountains on an ancient kettle lake. Join us for an experience that blends serene natural beauty with educational exploration. Your knowledgeable guide will enhance your experience with fascinating stories and insights about the local history, flora, fauna, glaciology and geology. Wander at your pace through streams and native podocarp rainforest, discovering hidden treasures like wild mushrooms &many orchid species. *We cannot get to the terminal face/walk on the glacier due to safety reasons. *Contact us to request a list of the public tracks included.
Inclusions
What's included
- Wet weather clothing
- Umbrellas
- Boots if required - please enquire as stock is limited
- Walking poles if required
What's not
- Lunch
- water
Itinerary
Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation or meeting point in Franz Josef, and drive you to the glacier carpark. From there, you will walk with your small group tour and guide to about 2000m from the Franz Josef Glacier terminal face, at the end of the forest walk.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Glacier Valley Eco Tours, in The Helicopter Line building (next to Glacier Motors)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Glacier Valley Eco Tours
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
- Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 59 experiences we list in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 59.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
Franz Josef and Fox are two glaciers on New Zealand's West Coast that flow from the Southern Alps almost into temperate rainforest.
The Franz Josef and Fox glaciers descend from the Southern Alps through steep valleys into lowland rainforest on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island, ending only a few hundred metres above sea level. The two small townships, about twenty-five kilometres apart, sit in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage area. Julius von Haast named Franz Josef in 1865 after the Austrian emperor.
Top-ranked sights in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Fox Glacier South Side Walkway.
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