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Franz Josef Glacier · Glacier & Ice Experiences
A temperate rainforest glacier renowned for its rapid flow rate. Popular experiences include heli-hiking, exploring ice caves, glacier valley walks, and nearby hot pools. Accessible year-round but weather dependent with professional guides and helicopter access.
Destination Overview
A temperate rainforest glacier renowned for its rapid flow rate. Popular experiences include heli-hiking, exploring ice caves, glacier valley walks, and nearby hot pools. Accessible year-round but weather dependent with professional guides and helicopter access.
Trip insights
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- Best season
- None
- Difficulty
- 7
- Region
- New Zealand, West Coast
Location
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