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.
The Franz Josef Glacier Guides (FJGG) team were awarded ACC Employer of the Year. This recognises the innovative leadership of the tourism experience and how its approach to a safe and supportive workplace, exceptional people practices and culture has contributed to the business’ outstanding success.
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Ngāi Tahu Tourism’s General Manager – Westland Tourism, Janelle Shaw says the Franz Josef Glacier Guides team is humbled to receive the award.
“This is recognition of the whole team’s mahi both on and off the ice. Our kaimahi are passionate about what they do and enjoy providing mannakitanga to manuhiri (guests).
“Through a range of stunning experiences, our guides share stories of the region and the unique natural environment, encouraging moments of reflection while providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” she says.
Franz Josef Glacier Guides have been delivering incredible glacier experiences to manuhiri since 1990, providing exclusive guiding access to the world-renowned Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere / Franz Josef Glacier.