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Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
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Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk

By Glacier Valley Eco Tours Ltd
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$84 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Take in panoramic views of the Franz Josef Glacier
  • Learn about the geology of the area and how the glacier was formed
  • Walkthrough picturesque creeks and discover hidden waterfalls
  • See the rich and diverse flora and fauna found in the tepid rainforest

Activity location

    • Franz Josef Town
    • Franz Josef Town, West Coast, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • We are next to Full of Beans Cafe on the Main Street, look for the blue flag with a bird on it, this is a shared office with other companies.
    • West Coast, West Coast, New Zealand

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Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 3:00 pm
Price details
AU$83.85 x 2 AdultsAU$167.70
Total
Price is AU$167.70
Until Sun, 5 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of walking poles (if required)
  • What's includedWhat's included Use of rain gear (if required)
  • What's includedWhat's included Use of walking boots (if required)
  • What's includedWhat's included Use of sandfly repellent and sun cream (if required)
  • What's includedWhat's included Transport to and from the activity
  • What's includedWhat's included Morning or afternoon tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWalking on the Franz Josef Glacier
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Touching the ice/glacier
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Lunch

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby buggies, Bare feet, Bikes, Drones, High-heeled shoes, Jeans, Open-toed shoes, Oversize luggage, Sandals or flip flops, Smoking in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Enjoy a relaxing small-group walking tour in the glacier valley to view the Franz Josef Glacier with an experienced local guide where you will learn about glaciers and the local nature, history, local stories & Maori legends.

Get picked up from your accommodation and drive to the glacier car park to begin your guided tour. Stroll through the tepid rainforest full of creeks, beautiful flora, fauna, and native trees.

Discover hidden gems such as native snails, mushrooms, orchids, and birds, waterfalls & glowworms.

During the walk, enjoy a cup of tea with a view, listen to the songs of the forest birds & chat with your guide.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Franz Josef Town
    • Franz Josef Town, West Coast, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • We are next to Full of Beans Cafe on the Main Street, look for the blue flag with a bird on it, this is a shared office with other companies.
    • West Coast, West Coast, New Zealand