Tucked under the majestic Southern Alps on New Zealand's rugged untamed West Coast sits Franz Josef village and the magnificent Franz Josef glacier offering spectacular mountain views & dense rain forest. Imagine following ancient glacial pathways carved into the landscape by ice and water and the thrill of driving these fun 2-seater ATV quad bikes through this wild place. You will be amazed at what is around every twist and turn as you are guided through rain forests, riverbeds, grasslands, sand... Read more

Join us for a unique kayak or cruise or fishing adventure only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier. Experience calm mirror like water and outstanding mountain views. We include FREE photos with each tour. Read more

Take a breathtaking guided trip on the West Coast's longest glacier amidst fascinating ice formations with New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company. Let our friendly and professional guides lead you onto an incredible world of ice. We offer a range of glacier trips to suit all fitness levels including Heli Hikes combining the excitement of exploring a stunning and remote part of the glacier with the thrill of 2 helicopter flights (min age 9 yrs). An All Day Heli Hike and Ice Climbing.... Read more

Glacier Valley Eco Tours is a NZ Family owned and operated local business specialising in guided Nature Tours in and around Glacier Country NZ. We offer personalised, informative tours to Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Valley's; the iconic Lake Matheson, NZ's famous lake, and Okarito beach & village, and old historic gold mining village with hidden gems to offer. We are listed as number #2 on Tripadvisor for Outdoor activities in our area, and have 20 years of guiding experience in NZ bush. Our guides... Read more

Lonely Planet voted the West Coast Wildlife Centre in the heart of Franz Josef as one of the 12 must see things to visit in New Zealand. This is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South Island and the "must see" indoor all weather attraction in Franz Josef – home to the official hatching facility for the world's 2 rarest kiwis – the Rowi and Haast Tokoeka. See live kiwi during the day inside our nocturnal house, discover the interactive glacier attraction and West Coast storytelling areas... Read more

Open 7 days from 8am, Lake Matheson Café is just a few minutes drive from Fox Glacier at the entrance to the Lake Matheson Walkway. With comfortable seating options and deck area, we have unsurpassed views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman. Matheson Cafe offers a range of breakfast and lunch options, with our famous gourmet pizzas changing to suit seasonal ingredients. The cabinets are always full of delicious pleasures, including deli style sandwiches, cakes, savouries and salads. Dinner at Matheson... Read more

Our well equipped West Coast motel has accommodation to fit your family holiday needs and budget. The One Bedroom Family Units are the ideal family accommodation for up to 4 people with a queen size bed in the living area and two single beds in the bedroom. The full kitchen includes fridge, cutlery and crockery, a bench top oven with two hot plates, microwave and cooking utensils. Daily room servicing. We provide unlimited free wireless internet in all units. Complimentary DVDs & book swap. Free... Read more