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Scenic flightseeing tours by plane flying from Franz Josef. The Grand Traverse scenic flight from here offers an incredible view of the mighty Franz and Fox Glacier and rugged Westland National Park before traversing Mount Cook and the main divide to explore the vast Mount Cook National Park.
Local family owned and operated helicopter company providing scenic flights over the glaciers with snow landings. Flights vary in length (25–45 min) and are suitable for all ages. Also sells a small range of outdoor clothing, accessories and pounamu.
a helicopter scenic flight company licensed to land at all designated landing sites within the Westland National Park. It has bases at Whataroa, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Karangarua and Haast. Flights depart daily subject to safe and suitable weather conditions. View the Franz Josef, Fox and Tasman Glaciers. Mount Tasman and Mount Cook. 4- and 6-passenger helicopters and are suitable for individuals or groups.
A short walk through the bush, glow worms may be seen at night. 30 minutes return.
An 80-minute walk to some old water tunnels.
Walk along a rocky riverbed to a glacier viewing area. The track is 5.4 km long, and starts 4 km from the centre of Franz Josef (if walking from town, take the Douglas Walk or Lake Wombat Track for the last 2 km).