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Fox Glacier Nature Tour
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, West Coast
From 3 hours to 4 hours
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What You Will Do
Approx 3 hour fully guided walking tour in the Fox Glacier Valley (inc breaks). Transport included from Franz Josef and Fox Glacier townships. Afternoon tea provided, as well as wet weather gear, umbrellas and walking poles.
The track runs through lush historic glaciated rainforest in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with focal points of huge rata, rimu trees & moss & views of the top section Fox Glacier (not the terminal face), Fox neve & Mt Tasman (one of NZ's highest mountains)
Information from your experienced guide on glaciation, geothermology (inc geothermal spring to dip your hand in) geology, flora & fauna
Suitable level for beginners and all ages and abilities
Please note this tour does not get close or to view the terminal face of the glacier due to safety reasons. This is nature tour - if you want to get close to the glacier terminal face, check out our Franz Josef Eco Tour
The track runs through lush historic glaciated rainforest in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with focal points of huge rata, rimu trees & moss & views of the top section Fox Glacier (not the terminal face), Fox neve & Mt Tasman (one of NZ's highest mountains)
Information from your experienced guide on glaciation, geothermology (inc geothermal spring to dip your hand in) geology, flora & fauna
Suitable level for beginners and all ages and abilities
Please note this tour does not get close or to view the terminal face of the glacier due to safety reasons. This is nature tour - if you want to get close to the glacier terminal face, check out our Franz Josef Eco Tour
What's Included?
- Umbrellas
- Local guide
- Walking poles
- Afternoon tea
- Baby Backpack/carrier
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Wet weather gear
What's Not Included?
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Fox Glacier South Side Walk
2 hours
View the Fox Neve and surrounding mountains while walking through lush historic rainforest. Stop for a cup of tea break and a chat with your guide, with a view. Please note we cannot get near or see the terminal face of the glacier due to safety reasons (NZ's largest active landslide is currently stopping us!). Learn about glaciology, geology, geothermology (inc a tiny hot pool/spring), native flora & fauna, native moss
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Glacier Valley Eco Tours Ltd.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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