Encounter vs. Heli Hike – Which Adventure is Right for Me?
If you’re heading to Franz Josef and looking for an unforgettable experience, you’ve probably come across two epic options: the Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike and the Franz Josef Glacier… ...
Embracing the Tiaki Promise
At Franz Josef Glacier Guides, we believe in the importance of protecting and preserving the natural beauty of Aotearoa, New Zealand. ...
My Glacier Encounter Experience
Franz Josef Glacier Guides have just launched a new experience in time for summer – Glacier Encounter. ...
Travelling the Coast: How to Get to Franz Josef Glacier
Whether you’ve driven from the ski fields of Queenstown, tiki-toured from Christchurch, or cruised the Cook Strait from the sunny north, visiting the untamed natural wilderness of the West Coast… ...
Franz Josef Township: A Hidden Gem in Tai Poutini
When you think of Te Waipounamu, places like the snow-capped of Aroaki, Milford Sound’s lush forests, or the pristine lakes of Takapō may come to mind. ...
Franz Josef Glacier Guides Take Home Pinnacle Award
Franz Josef Glacier Guides are thrilled to have received one of the pinnacle awards from this year’s Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards. ...
10 top tips for first-time glacier hikers at Franz Josef Glacier
Embarking on your first glacier hike is an exhilarating experience, especially in the stunning setting of Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere, Franz Josef Glacier. ...
The frozen tears of Hine Hukatere: The Māori legend of Franz Josef Glacier
Nestled within the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand’s stunning West Coast, Franz Josef Glacier stands as a breathtaking testament to the beauty and power of nature. ...
Exploring glacial features: What are they and how are they formed?
Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere or Franz Josef Glacier, located in New Zealand's stunning Westland Tai Poutini National Park offers an ever-changing landscape of glacial features that captivate thousands of… ...