Things to do on New Year's Eve in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier (Updated 2026)

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

Fly from Franz Josef to see two of the biggest glaciers in New Zealand before a snow landing with our family owned and operated helicopter …More

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Fly from Franz Josef to see two of the biggest glaciers in New Zealand before a snow landing with our family owned and operated helicopter...

35 minutes Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 25-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef …More

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From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 25-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef...

25 minutes Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef Nature Tour

This eco-tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, providing opportunities for off-track adventures & a profound insight into the intricate workings …More

This eco-tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, providing opportunities for off-track adventures & a profound insight into the intricate workings...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles …More

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Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Heli Hike Fox Glacier

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier …More

Why Choose us? New Zealand's best value glacier with highest customer satisfaction ratings - Book with us and enjoy significant savings compared to other glacier...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo

Land on a glacier in a Helicopter and jump out of plane! The best views of New Zealand are from the sky, and the ultimate …More

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Land on a glacier in a Helicopter and jump out of plane! The best views of New Zealand are from the sky, and the ultimate...

30 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

Take in magnificent views while flying over the Franz Josef Glacier and surrounding Southern Alps mountains on this scenic flight. We are locally owned by …More

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Take in magnificent views while flying over the Franz Josef Glacier and surrounding Southern Alps mountains on this scenic flight. We are locally owned by...

25 minutes Free Cancellation
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Small-Group Kayak Adventure in Franz Josef Glacier

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern …More

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A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Small Group Lake Mapourika Cruise & Rainforest Walk - Franz Josef

Enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail, only accessible by boat! The rainforest trail journeys through a Kiwi Conservation region and some of Westland's …More

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Enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail, only accessible by boat! The rainforest trail journeys through a Kiwi Conservation region and some of Westland's...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Small Group Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise in Franz Josef

Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage …More

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Explore Franz Josef's Lake Mapourika on a personalised scenic cruise, where rainforest meets the Southern Alps in a calm setting within a UNESCO World Heritage...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight …More

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Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight...

35 minutes Free Cancellation
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Small Group Lake Mapourika Kayak & Hike in Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! …More

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Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier!...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Ultimate Discovery: 3 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 45min

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife …More

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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Fox Glacier Nature Tour

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant …More

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata & rimu trees, vibrant...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef to Queenstown Small Group Tour via Wanaka 1 -Way

Explore the untamed beauty of New Zealand's Wild West Coast on this small group, fully-guided tour from Franz Josef to Queenstown. Your journey takes you …More

Explore the untamed beauty of New Zealand's Wild West Coast on this small group, fully-guided tour from Franz Josef to Queenstown. Your journey takes you...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Mt Cook Supreme: 4 Glaciers with 2 Snow Landings - 60mins

Your tour operator is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife …More

Your tour operator is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Fox Glacier: 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Take to the skies above the Fox Glacier Township before heading towards the Fox Glacier and exploring the dynamic icefalls on this 25-minute helicopter flight. …More

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Take to the skies above the Fox Glacier Township before heading towards the Fox Glacier and exploring the dynamic icefalls on this 25-minute helicopter flight....

25 minutes Free Cancellation
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Off Road Quad Bike Adventure Tour in Franz Josef

Drive a Quad Bike along the ancient glacial pathways of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, carved into the landscape by ice and water over thousands …More

Drive a Quad Bike along the ancient glacial pathways of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, carved into the landscape by ice and water over thousands...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Tandem Skydive 18,000ft from Franz Josef

Skydive amongst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and ocean views. Skydive Franz has New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook and the biggest glaciers Fox and Franz …More

Skydive amongst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and ocean views. Skydive Franz has New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook and the biggest glaciers Fox and Franz...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Franz Josef to Christchurch Small-Group Tour via Hokitika (1-way)

Travel from the wild beauty of the West Coast to the Garden City of Christchurch on this unforgettable small group, fully guided day trip. Journey …More

Travel from the wild beauty of the West Coast to the Garden City of Christchurch on this unforgettable small group, fully guided day trip. Journey...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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