FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER ACTIVITIES

Heliservices is an experienced helicopter flight-seeing company providing visitors with a diverse range of South Island scenic helicopter flights, private charters in some of the most spectacular alpine and coastal regions of New Zealand. Boasting an impressive fleet of modern turbine helicopters and with flight offices located in Franz Josef glacier, Fox glacier, Lake Tekapo and Haast, they specialise in year round snow landings, flight-seeing in the Westland National Park.

Skydive Franz is New Zealand's premier skydive company located amidst New Zealand's highest mountains, the ocean, rainforest, glaciers, lakes and rivers. They are the only skydiving operation located in and operating from the region's largest town Franz Josef Glacier. They have a booking office on the main street, and the airport is only five minutes drive from town.

Glacier Valley Eco Tours hold a Department of Conservation license to operate guided tours in the South Westland World Heritage area. They provide guests with quality, informative, friendly and relaxed eco-style tours.

Air Safaris has operated alpine flightseeing throughout the world heritage national parks of Aoraki Mount Cook and Westland Tai Poutini since 1970. The iconic Air Safaris Grand Traverse scenic flight provides the opportunity to view New Zealand's highest peaks and longest glaciers. You can catch the Grand Traverse flight from either of Air Safaris' modern facilities located at Lake Tekapo and Franz Josef.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Franz Josef Glacier and the surrounding Southern Alps with a scenic helicopter flight from Glacier Country Helicopters. Enjoy spectacular aerial views of glaciers, rugged mountain peaks and pristine landscapes, with opportunities for unforgettable photo moments along the way.

Unwind in a private outdoor hot tub at Waiho Hot Tubs, surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery of Franz Josef. It's the perfect way to relax and soak away the day's adventures after exploring the glacier, rainforest and walking tracks of the West Coast.

Discover the unique wildlife of New Zealand's West Coast at the West Coast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef, home to conservation programmes for the rare rowi and Haast tokoeka kiwi. Explore interactive exhibits and learn about the region's native wildlife and the efforts being made to protect these special species.

Visit Lake Matheson, famous for its stunning mirror-like reflections of Aoraki/Mount Cook and Mount Tasman on calm days. Enjoy the scenic walking track through ancient rainforest, leading to beautiful viewpoints where you can admire the lake and surrounding Southern Alps.

Discover one of New Zealand's most remarkable wildlife experiences with White Heron Sanctuary Tours, taking you into the protected habitat of the rare white heron (kōtuku) near Whataroa. Join a guided tour to observe these elegant birds in their natural environment and learn about the conservation efforts helping to protect this special species.