National Parks
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
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Westland Tai Poutini National Park extends from the highest peaks of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Sea and is split by the Alpine Fault.
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It is a place of dramatic contrasts with snow-capped mountains, steep forested slopes, glaciers and impassible gorges to the east of the fault and forested lowlands, lakes, wetlands and wide river mouths to the west.
The area is best known for the Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers where you can walk up the river valleys to see the terminal faces or take a guided trip onto the ice.
Westland National Park is the backbone of Glacier Country and is part of the South West New Zealand UNESCO World Heritage Area.
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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
See & Do
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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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
See & Do
Moraine Walk
Moraines are the debris of rocks and stones left when a glacier retreats. Explore old moraine surfaces on this easy, short walk, south of Fox Glacier township.
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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
See & Do
St James Anglican Church
At the top end of Franz Josef village, sits the beautiful, serene St James Church
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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Eat & Drink
Monsoon Bar
Enjoy a pre-dinner drink on the decks or cosy up in front of the fireplace before settling in for a relaxed dining experience at Monsoon bar & restaurant.
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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Transport
Glacier Shuttles and Charters Franz Josef
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.
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Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
See & Do
Franz Josef Heli-Hike
Combine two awesome scenic helicopter flights over Franz Josef glacier with a unique guided walk among the ice cave, pinnacles and seracs of this pristine alpine environment.