Rhonda Karl

Raising the Bar in Glacier Guiding

Raising the Bar in Glacier Guiding

Franz Josef Glacier Guides is proud to announce that four of its team members have recently achieved the prestigious Hard Ice Guide qualification from the New Zealand Mountain Guides Association… ...

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Enjoy a winter wonderland at Franz Josef

Enjoy a winter wonderland at Franz Josef

Winter is a magical time to visit Franz Josef Glacier. The cooler winter months transform Franz Josef Glacier into a breathtaking wonderland that’s well worth experiencing. ...

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The Ultimate South Island Road Trip: A Journey Through Aotearoa’s Best

The Ultimate South Island Road Trip: A Journey Through Aotearoa’s Best

If you’re craving an unforgettable adventure filled with jaw-dropping landscapes, thrilling activities, and serene moments in nature, then the ultimate South Island road trip awaits. ...

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Wildlife on the West Coast

Wildlife on the West Coast

Looking for another reason to visit Franz Josef? Let's talk wildlife on the West Coast! ...

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Encounter vs. Heli Hike – Which Adventure is Right for Me?

Encounter vs. Heli Hike – Which Adventure is Right for Me?

If you’re heading to Franz Josef and looking for an unforgettable experience, you’ve probably come across two epic options: the Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike and the Franz Josef Glacier… ...

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My Glacier Encounter Experience

My Glacier Encounter Experience

Franz Josef Glacier Guides have just launched a new experience in time for summer – Glacier Encounter. ...

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Franz Josef Glacier Guides Take Home Pinnacle Award

Franz Josef Glacier Guides Take Home Pinnacle Award

Franz Josef Glacier Guides are thrilled to have received one of the pinnacle awards from this year’s Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards. ...

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