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4 - 4.5 hours Franz Josef, New Zealand Outdoor Activities Ski & Snow Glacier Walk 3998ADEPASS | $74.58 Reserve Now | |
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Franz Josef Half Day Glacier Experience
The Half Day Glacier Experience is a fantastic introduction to an enthralling world of ice, traversing spectacular tracks of only moderate difficulty, and suitable for most agile people. The walk is longer in duration than others offered, allowing you more time to enjoy the impressive terrain on the lower reaches of Franz Josef Glacier.
After being fitted out with all your equipment at our company office, a ten minute bus ride takes you to within 2.5 kilometer (1.5 miles) of the glacier, where you enjoy a short bush walk through regenerating rainforest, regrouping in the glacier valley.
You then proceed to the front of the glacier (2.5 kilometer), with your guide calling stops along the way to explain the unique features of the glacier and glacier valley. Here you strap on a set of Ice-Talonz, accessing the terminal face of the glacier for 1.5 - 2 hours traversing spectacular tracks of only moderate difficulty. The terrain can look daunting, but preformed access ways make exploring the lower reaches of the Franz Josef Glacier achievable for most agile people.
Most Popular Hotels in Franz Josef
Holly Homestead Bed and Breakfast Franz Josef
State Highway 6 Franz Josef NZ 7952Franz Josef, New Zealand
Bernie and Gerard welcome you to Holly Homestead B&B. Our character home was built in the 1920's from beautiful native timbers: Holly Homestead is a fine example of "Arts & Crafts" architecture.Choose from a selection of well-appointed king, queen and twin rooms, all with ensuite facilities.
Farmhouse style kitchen/dining - spectacular alpine view from the breakfast table (clouds permitting!). Hot and cold drinks are available at any time. The Franz Josef township offers a choice of restaurants for lunch and dinner.
All guest rooms have comfortable beds with electric blankets, wool duvets, qu Read more about Holly Homestead Bed and Breakfast Franz Josef58 On Cron Motel
58 Cron StreetFranz Josef, New Zealand
58 on Cron Motel is ideally situated. Set within Franz Josef Glacier's beautiful native rain forest but just a 5 minute stroll to the Town centre and all Glacial activity experience providers. We are also conveniently located across from the new Glacier Hot Pool Complex. The Motel is architecturally designed for the discerning traveller and each unit is fully equipped with everything needed to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Credit Cards: Accepted by Motel Mastercard, Visa OnlyIMPORTANT: Rates for all roomtypes are for 2 people. Extra adults $20. 00. If travelling with 3-6 guests in Read more about 58 On Cron MotelGlacier View Motel
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
Glacier View Motel is 2. 5km north of the town centre of Franz Josef and offers guests a quiet, relaxing location with spectacular views of the mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier. The clean, comfortable self-contained accommodation include studios (1-3 guests), wheelchair access studios (1-3 guests), 1-bedroom units (1-4 guests), and 2-bedroom family units (1-5 guests), all at very affordable rates.
We can assist with your bookings for the many attractions around the area including glacier guided hikes, helicopter flights, lake tours, quad biking and horse trekking. This helpful ser Read more about Glacier View MotelHolly Homestead B&B
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
Bernie and Gerard welcome you to Holly Homestead B&B. Our character home was built in the 1920's from beautiful native timbers: Holly Homestead is a fine example of 'Arts & Crafts' architecture. Choose from a selection of well-appointed king, queen and twin rooms, all with ensuite facilities. Farmhouse style kitchen/dining - spectacular alpine view from the breakfast table (clouds permitting!). Hot and cold drinks are available at any time. The Franz Josef township offers a choice of restaurants for lunch and dinner. All guest rooms have comfortable beds with electric blankets, wool duvets, qu Read more about Holly Homestead B&BAlpine Glacier Motel Lodge
Corner of Condon Street & Cron StreetFranz Josef, New Zealand
The Alpine Glacier Motel Lodge offers its guests a comfortable base in central Franz Josef.
The rooms feature a DVD player and a CD player as well as a plasma / LCD TV with cable / satellite channels. They include tea and coffee making facilities, a refrigerator and a safe. Prospective guests have the option of requesting a non-smoking room. The ensuite bathrooms have a hair dryer and a shower. The rooms at the motel offer an iron, a coffee maker and a telephone.
Fox Glacier is within driving distance of the Alpine Glacier Motel Lodge. The friendly staff will be able to assist in organising Read more about Alpine Glacier Motel LodgeGlenfern Villas Franz Josef
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
These are very good quality accommodation units in a highly sought after destination. A short drive from the centre of the town of Franz Josef. Excellent value for independent travellers. SE0709 Well designed stand alone alpine villa style accommodation There is no restaurant on site but continental breakfasts can be arranged with manager on site. For those planning on self catering and travelling south down the coast, the New World supermarket at Hokitika is the best place for food shopping. A small reception area for check in and information on local activities. 20 Single rooms Double rooms Read more about Glenfern Villas Franz JosefScenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
Our Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is close to the edge of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions, welcoming you to this enticing and dramatic region.
The Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier comprises two distinctive wings. The Douglas and Graham wings are within the Franz Josef Village.
The Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is close to Franz Josef township, heli-rides, bushwalking and the Hukawai Glacier Experience and Indoor Ice Wall.
The Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier has a selection of dining choices during the peak summer months with both buffet and a la carte optio Read more about Scenic Hotel Franz Josef GlacierFranz Josef Glacier Country Retreat
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
New specially built, boutique bed &breakfast lodge. Set in 200 acres of peaceful family farmland, looking towards Lake Mapourika, five minutes drive to the village. By staying with us you get to experience the beauty 'Glacier Country' offers, as well as to share the local history and knowledge of this special place, where our pioneer family has resided for over 100 years. All rooms have magnificent views of the lake or mountains and are centrally heated. This description is based on information provided by the B&B / inn. Read more about Franz Josef Glacier Country RetreatTe Waonui Forest Retreat
State Highway 6Franz Josef, New Zealand
This 5-star retreat in Franz Josef is centrally located.
The Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers a convenient 24-hour reception as well as a dry cleaning service, a laundry service and a concierge for the guests. In addition, staff at the help desk will be happy to book tickets and tours and provide guests with local information and advice. Guests looking to relax can take in a spot of fishing at some of the popular fishing spots situated close to the retreat. Guests looking for inclusive accommodation will be glad to know the retreat provides mobility and wheelchair access.
Under 10 minutes dri Read more about Te Waonui Forest RetreatFranz Josef Glacier YHA
2-4 Cron StreetFranz Josef, New Zealand
If you are looking for the perfect place to stay while traveling through Franz Josef Glacier and don't want to spend too much money, the YHA Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand is just that place. Surrounded by the West Coast rain forest, this budget accommodation in Franz Josef Glacier New Zealand is ideal for friends, families and of course backpackers. A friendly staff, amazing location and plenty of on site facilities make this an ideal vacation destination for just about anyone. Guests of the YHA Franz Josef Glacier will have access to a wide array of facilities such as a common area fully Read more about Franz Josef Glacier YHA