— What You Can Expect —

From Franz Josef Village base, you’ll fly up to the Franz Josef Glacier in the Westland National Park. You’ll land on a section of this 10.5km long glacier, where we’ve made a daily safety assessment of the conditions on this fast-moving ice flow. 

Equipped with glacier boots and crampons, you’ll walk for two hours with your guide amongst the ice formations and pinnacles. See first-hand the extraordinary colours of the ice-flow. Touch the ice, breathe in the fresh air. 

The whole experience duration will be about 3-4 hours, including 2 hours glacier hike.

Relax at the Glacier Hot Pools before heading home. Don't miss this chance to explore a wonderful all-natural icescape in New Zealand!

Embark on an unforgettable adventure and discover New Zealand's awe-inspiring landscapes

Experience an exciting helicopter ride, breathtaking scenery, and a captivating hike through the glacier's remarkable features

Slide through narrow crevasses, navigate towering ice formations, and explore enchanting ice caves on an exhilarating glacier adventure!