Franz Josef Glacier Travel Guide

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Franz Josef’s icy mass once flowed all the way into the sea, but after decades of global warming, the glacier has retreated inland and is now only accessible by helicopter. Try hiking trails, glacier experiences and adventure sports.

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Active Adventures In New Zealand

Nicole Canning

New Zealand must be in contention for title of adventure travel capital of the world. The list of white-knuckle thrills you can seek out here knows no bounds.

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New Zealand's Best Road Trips

Elen Turner

With just four million people spread over two main islands, nature and dramatic scenery rules in New Zealand.From the high Southern Alps that run the length of the South Island to the volcanic peaks of the North Island, the watery passages of the Marlborough Sounds and Fiordland to the geothermal activity of the central North Island, the golden sands of Northland beaches to the black sands of the west coast of both islands – there’s a lot to see on a self-drive route through New Zealand.

Franz Josef Glacier itineraries

New Zealand

Southern adventure loop

Thrill seeking around South Island

10 days From NZ$3,499 pp

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New Zealand

North to south white knuckle

Epic adventures from North to South Island

20 days From NZ$6,499 pp

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Franz Josef Glacier