Fox Glacier Nature Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Fox Glacier Nature Tour

Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Destination: New Zealand, West Coast, South Island
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  • 3 to 4 hours
  • South Island
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Fox Glacier South Side Walk, State Highway 6 Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Fox Glacier, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand

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

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Afternoon tea
  • Local guide
  • Wet weather gear
  • Umbrellas
  • Walking poles
  • Baby Backpack/carrier
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Glacier Valley Eco Tours, 22 Main Road SH6 Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef glacier, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
If you are staying in Fox Glacier, then the pick up time from your hotel is 30 AFTER the tour departure time.


Departure Time

01:30 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 to 4 hours


User's Reviews

Laura_G

25 Mar, 2024

Jerome was an excellent tour guide. We really enjoyed our day wandering through the beautiful trails and even through the rock bed. We loved seeing Fox glacier and Jerome made it a very special day.

38trevori

12 Mar, 2024

All terrains and habitats were covered under the expert guiding of Jerome. He's wide knowledge enabled us to fully appreciate the fragile nature of this endangered environment. The clouds lifted and we were able to see the length of the Fox Glacier and Douglas Peak above.

557terencet

06 Mar, 2024

The walk was great and views of the glacier worth the trip. Jerome's knowledge was very good and was a significant factor for the great walk, recommend this to everyone. Terry Turner, Hobart

U8704BVjennyb

23 Feb, 2024

This was a lovely experience - a 5km walk through different terrains and Jerome our guide was extremely knowledgable about the forests and the glaziers.

Mira_G

10 Feb, 2024

Jerome was a wonderful guide and made the hike informative and enjoyable. We were lucky enough to be taken on a ‘secret’ route off the main track. Gorgeous scenery. Sadly the glacier is receding and the view of it is from afar but still worth the effort.

User's Picture Gallery

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Walk through time

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Stunning

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Interesting, informative & beautiful

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Breathtaking Views and Beautiful Experience

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An adventure through the rainforest

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Exceeded expectations

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An adventure that everyone should experience

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Worth every penny

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Stunning! The full day trip with Franz Josef + Fox Glacier & Lake Matheson was magnificent :)

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Friendly, informative and enthusiastic guides.

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