Glacier Adventure - Full Day

The trip is the same as the Glacier Experience until you leave the main trail behind and disappear into the first ice fall, a maze of crevasses and seracs where the adventure truly begins!

The scenery is spectacular and with a total of five hours on the ice you could find yourself in all manner of situations, from squeezing through tight blue crevasses to “Franz Shuffling” down near vertical walls of ice.

Gaining confidence as you go, your guide will take you through some of the most stunning and challenging terrain imaginable. The Ice Talonz on your feet and the excellent step cutting skills of your guide are what make this trip an adventure of a lifetime.

Suitable for most people with a reasonable level of fitness and a sense of humour, this trip will satisfy even the most adventurous amongst us. Explore the Franz Josef Glacier on this full day adventure tour on your next New Zealand holiday.

Highlights

Franz Josef Glacier Terminal Face 'Franz Shuffling' down 60° ice faces.

Inclusions

Guided hike to Franz Josef Glacier (maximum 10 per guide) Use of Glacier boots and Ice Talonz, NZ wool socks, thermal gloves, hats, a GORE-TEX raincoat and a trekking pole

Times

Departs: All year round weather permitting, at 8.15am and 9.15am
Departs from: Franz Josef Glacier Guides, Main Road, next to Mobile Petrol Station, Franz Josef
Duration: 8 hours (ice time 5-6 hours)

Additional Information

Instant Quote: Provides rates in Australian Dollars including GST
Location: Franz Josef Glacier is located on the west coast of New Zealand's south island - 5 hours from Queenstown, 5 hours from Christchurch and 1.5 hours from Hokitika.
Children: Aged 8-16 years are at the child rate.
Requirements: You will need non-restrictive clothing on the lower body e.g. quick drying trousers, leggings, very warm clothing for the upper body (2-3 layers), packed lunch and water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen and camera.
Operated By: Franz Josef Glacier Guides