Wildlife of the West Coast; native and introduced
22 February 2019Heading to Franz Josef Glacier and hoping to see glaciers, lush rainforest and wild coastlines? You won't be disappointed. Glacier Country is loaded with an amazing array of unique landscapes.
by Emma Mulder
4 reasons Franz Josef Glacier is even better in winter
25 June 2015Unlike many glacier parks in the Northern Hemisphere, Franz Josef Glacier stays open for business throughout winter.
by Tom at Franz Josef Glacier Guides
Watch 2 years of glacier retreat in 15 seconds
12 May 2015A time-lapse video released by the Franz Josef team shows astounding changes that have occurred to Franz Josef Glacier over the last two years.
by Tom at Franz Josef Glacier Guides
How do I choose the best Franz Josef Glacier hike?
2 October 2014Let us give you the run down on each of our trips so you can choose which hike is best for you.
by Tom at Franz Josef Glacier Guides
What to wear glacier hiking... and a few things not to wear
24 September 2014Here’s the run down on what we provide for hiking Franz Josef Glacier
by Tom at Franz Josef Glacier Guides
Travelling to Franz Josef on a backpacker budget? Here's why a glacier heli hike is well worth the money.
20 August 2014That backpacker budget has to stretch a long way when you’re trying to experience the best things to do in New Zealand.
by Tom at Franz Josef Glacier Guides