Rhonda Karl
Ultimate South Island Day Trip
If you're dreaming of a once-in-a-lifetime South Island adventure that combines epic landscapes, rich culture, and unforgettable thrills, look no further than our True South Flights + Heli Hike experience. ...
Guides Get Stuck In at GorseBusters 2025
Each autumn, a dedicated group of volunteers descends on Ōkārito Lagoon for GorseBusters, a community-led effort to tackle invasive gorse and restore the region’s unique wetland environment. ...
Have a Glacier Adventure These School Holidays
If you're planning a South Island getaway with the family these school holidays, make a visit to Franz Josef Glacier part of your itinerary. ...
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… ...
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. ...
The Ultimate South Island Road Trip: A Journey Through Aotearoa’s Best
If you’re craving an unforgettable West Coast adventure filled with jaw-dropping landscapes, thrilling activities, and serene moments in nature, then the ultimate South Island week long road trip awaits. ...
Wildlife on the West Coast
Looking for another reason to visit Franz Josef? Let's talk wildlife on the West Coast! ...
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… ...