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Covid-19 Information – Franz Josef Tours
We're running with limited availability until the 1st of November 2020. Due to the Covid-19 border closures, we've got a very small team and are taking the time to run only a few bespoke and group bookings between now and November. From November all availability is...
Covid-19 Information – Franz Josef Tours
We’re running with limited availability until the 1st of November 2020. Due to the Covid-19 border closures, we’ve got a very small team and are taking the time to run only a few bespoke and group bookings between now and November. From November all availability is...
Franz Josef Glacier’s TOP Rain Day Activities
Out here on the West Coast of the South Island rain is in our blood. As the saying goes "without the rain there wouldn't be a rainbow." Well, we couldn't agree more! With over 200 days of rainfall on average per year in Franz Josef Glacier, it's great that...
Franz Josef Glacier Bike Hire
Come and see us to hire a Mountain Bike while you're visiting Franz Josef! We're now renting out high quality 18-speed Merida mountain bikes. Hiring a bike is a great and cost-effective way to explore the Glacier Country region. With our half day or full day...
Meet our skipper, Dingy – Franz Josef Tours
Dingy (Jake) has come down to join the team all the way from Hamilton in the North Island. (Although we try not to hold that against him!) Dingy is a keen fisherman with extensive experience deep sea fishing in the far north. He holds the NZ record for catching a...
Franz Josef Glacier’s TOP Rain Day Activities
There's lots to do in Franz Josef in the rain... So if it rains on your parade, dance in it! Out here on the West Coast of the South Island rain is in our blood. As the saying goes "without the rain there wouldn't be a rainbow." Well, we couldn't agree more! ...
Paddling amongst Giants – Trees of the West Coast – Franz Josef Tours, Franz Josef Glacier
TThe Tai Poutini National Park located on the West Coast of the South Island is home to a diverse array of plant and tree species. There are over 6000 different species native to New Zealand. Many of these can be found in our thriving rain forests. ...
Kayak or Stand-up Paddle with White Herons on Lake Mapourika – West Coast, Franz Josef
Summertime in Glacier Country isn't all about Glaciers! Experience a break away from the crowds and find some peace and quiet on the far shoreline of Lake Mapourika. We offer multiple ways to get there, by kayak or stand-up paddleboard or even by boat with Franz...
Summertime BBQ and Fishing Charters on Lake Mapourika – Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
Summer has arrived here in Glacier Country! The streets are lined with cars and campervans and our trip spaces are filling up quickly. It's often hard to pack all the things into your holiday that you want to do, so we extend our trips into the evening with our last...