Franz Josef Holidays

Franz Josef at a Glance

Franz Josef is one of New Zealand’s many tourist gems. it is located next to the foot of the western slopes of Mount Cook on the South Island. The most famous Franz Josef attraction has to be the impressive 12km long Franz Josef Glacier, arguably one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions. It’s a remnant from the Ice Age and draws approximately 250,000 tourists to the country every year.

Explore Franz Josef

• The Franz Josef Glacier is slow moving frozen river and so is changing gradually every day, whilst very beautiful the glacier can be unsafe, so always take safety warnings seriously.
• The flow rate of the Franz Josef Glacier is 10 times that of typical glaciers – it’s incredibly dramatic.
• There are several ways to visit the Glacier; take a guided trip, a helicopter flight or an unguided visit.

Why a Holiday to Franz Josef?

There are countless activities to do on your holiday to Franz Josef, New Zealand.

• Marvel at the scenery from the air with an Air Safari. The Grand Traverse scene flight will give you some of the most breath-taking views you’ll find in New Zealand including views over the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier and the Mount Cook National Park.

• For the brave among you, take to the Whataroa & Perth Rivers on a white-water rafting experience. Get your adrenaline racing as you travel along some of the epic rapids, only accessible by helicopter.

• Unwind in the local hot pools, newly built and fed by the pure glacier water. You can also book a massage to go alongside your day of relaxation in one of Franz Josef’s most peaceful attractions. Our experts also recommend the natural hot springs Hanmer Springs for another truly relaxing New Zealand holiday.

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