Delphine Teisserenc

Glacier Franz Josef Holidays

The most famous glacier in New Zealand, only 19 km from the sea. A popular tourist attraction during a stay in New Zealand.

Visit Glacier Franz Josef

Nature, Adventure & Sport
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Glacier Franz Josef: How to get there?

A 3 hour drive from Punakaiki

Glacier Franz Josef: See when to go?

Year round

Glacier Franz Josef: For how long?

One day

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Glacier Franz Josef: What to see nearby?

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What our travellers think of their stay

Delphine Teisserenc

Travel writer

The Franz Joseph Glacier is located in the heart of the Southern Alps. Even though the glacier is shrinking slightly each year, it can be seen from quite some distance away.

My suggestion

If you want to be able to observe the glacier and its blue-tinged reflections, get yourself a pair of binoculars.

Floriane

Travel writer

The most famous glacier in New Zealand, only 19 km from the sea. A popular tourist attraction during a stay in New Zealand.

My suggestion

To get an amazing view of the snow-capped peaks, take a little walk next to Lake Matheson or Okarito beach.

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