Explore the famous Franz Josef Glacier and visit the West Coast Wildlife Centre to view New Zealand’s native Kiwi bird.
The township of Franz Josef is a popular tourist hot spot with thousands visiting the town to view the famous Franz Josef Glacier.
Walk up to the Glacier terminal face along a marked track following the river bed for those photo opportunities. The track is 1.5 hour return, this can be subject to change due to access restrictions.
Visit the Wildlife Centre home to our native bird, the Rowi Kiwi. An all weather indoor attraction where you can view the rarest Kiwi bird and the Tuatara (a native reptile that once shared the earth with dinosaurs). Spectacular glacier exhibit, interactive displays with West Coast movie viewing and story telling. New Zealand souvenirs gift shop and cafe onsite.
Add on a helicopter scenic 20 minute flight (additional cost applies) that will take you up the Glacier before you then land on top of the Glacier for a spectacular photo opportunity.
Child age 14 and under, children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Terms and Conditions: Report 15 minutes prior to departure time. If you need to amend or cancel the booking reservation please advise Explore West Coast without delay. No shows or cancellation within 24 hours of the product departure time will result in 100% cancellation fee. All vouchers are subject to the regulations and bylaws of the respective operators to whom they are issued. All vouchers are valid for the services as detailed on the vouchers. All terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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Report 15 minutes prior to departure time. If you need to amend or cancel the booking reservation please advise Explore West Coast without delay. No shows or cancellation within 24 hours of the product departure time will result in 100% cancellation fee. Vouchers are subject to the regulations and bylaws of the respective operators to whom they are issued and are valid for the services as detailed on the vouchers. All terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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