Franz Josef offers a variety of scenic tours and excursions, from glacier flights with snow landings to guided rainforest walks. These experiences provide breathtaking views, adventure, and opportunities to connect with the region’s natural beauty and unique landscapes.
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Mt Cook Supreme - 60-minute Glacier Flight
Franz Josef Glacier, Fox, Tasman and Shackleton Glaciers (discovered by Sir Earnest Shackleton)
from NZ $895.00
1 Hours 
from NZ $3195.00
5 days 
from NZ $290.00
12 Hours 
Cruise & Nature Walk - Franz Josef Glacier
Enjoy access to our exclusive, guided nature walk through predator free rainforest.
from NZ $159.00
2 Hours 30 Mins 
from NZ $495.00
35 Mins 
from NZ $395.00
25 Mins 
Shackleton Whiskey Endurance - 50-minute Glac...
Franz Josef Glacier, Tasman and Shackleton Glacier
from NZ $795.00
50 Mins 
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours 
Kayak Classic Tour - Franz Josef Glacier
Kayak or cruise with a Glacier & Mountain Backdrop
from NZ $159.00
3 Hours 
Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wanaka
The stunning Lake Matheson - a photographers dream!
from NZ $290.00
12 Hours 
Kayak & Walk Tour - Franz Josef Glacier
Exclusive access to a private rainforest track through a kiwi conservation area
from NZ $179.00
4 Hours 
Scenic Cruise - Lake Mapourika, Franz Josef
Cruise in comfort on a fully-covered tour boat, designed for the West Coast!
from NZ $135.00
2 Hours 
Ultimate Discovery - 45-minute Three-Glacier ...
Franz Josef Glacier, Fox and Tasman Glacier
from NZ $695.00
45 Mins 
Off Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef Glacier
Single or double Can-am Quad Bikes
from NZ $269.00
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Scenic Tours and Excursions in Franz Josef
Franz Josef, located on New Zealand’s dramatic West Coast, offers an array of unforgettable scenic tours and excursions in Franz Josef. Surrounded by ancient glaciers, lush rainforests, and towering alpine peaks, the region provides breathtaking landscapes that are best experienced through guided tours. Whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, or a mix of both, Franz Josef has excursions suited to every traveller.
A highlight of the area is the range of glacier flights and glacier flights with snow landing, which offer an aerial perspective of Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. Soaring above the ice and snow, travellers can step onto the glaciers to explore shimmering ice formations and crevasses, capturing unforgettable memories of the region’s natural beauty. For those who prefer to stay closer to the ground, the Off Road Adventure Tour navigates rugged terrain, riverbeds, and remote valleys, providing an exhilarating way to experience the wilderness.
For travellers seeking longer scenic journeys, full-day tours such as the Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wanaka and Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka trips offer a spectacular overview of the West Coast, including alpine valleys, glacial rivers, and charming towns. Additionally, guided excursions with Franz Josef Wilderness Tours allow visitors to explore rainforests, spot native wildlife, and learn about the region’s geology and history. Combining adventure with education and awe-inspiring scenery, scenic tours and excursions in Franz Josef provide the perfect way to experience the highlights of Glacier Country in comfort and style.
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