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Glacier Experience - Franz Josef Glacier
From $105 NZD
(Approx. $80.86 AUD)Trip Information
Starts In: Franz Josef
Ends In: Franz Josef
Duration: 1 Days.
Departs: Daily: 8.45am, 10.30am, 12.30pm (3pm summer only)
Group Size: max 13, 1 guide
Transport: Bus
Accommodation: N/A
Activity: Glacier Hike (approx 4.5 hours)
Ages: 8+ (subject to height and weather conditions)
Tour Code: FRANZGG
Operator Code: FRANZGG
Ends In: Franz Josef
Duration: 1 Days.
Departs: Daily: 8.45am, 10.30am, 12.30pm (3pm summer only)
Group Size: max 13, 1 guide
Transport: Bus
Accommodation: N/A
Activity: Glacier Hike (approx 4.5 hours)
Ages: 8+ (subject to height and weather conditions)
Tour Code: FRANZGG
Operator Code: FRANZGG
Countries Visited
New Zealand
Trip Highlights
- Make your way to the face of the glacier and hike up the terminal face
- Traverse the lower reaches of the glaciers
- Fully guided on a preformed track
Full Itinerary
This is a fantastic introduction to an enthralling world of ice, traversing spectacular tracks of only moderate difficulty, and suitable for most agile people reaches of Franz Josef Glacier.
After a short walk through regenerating rainforest, the trip continues along the glacier valley with your guide calling stops to explain the unique features of the Franz Josef Glacier and its surroundings.
After strapping on a set of crampons you make your way up the terminal face of the glacier, where pre-formed tracks make exploring the lower reaches of the glacier achievable for most agile people.
The terrain can look daunting, but the huge effort our guides put into creating extensive trails, allows you to travel further and see more, in comfort and ease.
After a short walk through regenerating rainforest, the trip continues along the glacier valley with your guide calling stops to explain the unique features of the Franz Josef Glacier and its surroundings.
After strapping on a set of crampons you make your way up the terminal face of the glacier, where pre-formed tracks make exploring the lower reaches of the glacier achievable for most agile people.
The terrain can look daunting, but the huge effort our guides put into creating extensive trails, allows you to travel further and see more, in comfort and ease.
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