Franz Josef Glacier:

• Activities: Take a guided glacier walk or a helicopter tour to land on the ice. Heli-hiking and ice climbing are popular activities.
• Scenery: Stunning views of the glacier descending from the Southern Alps to the rainforest below.
• Nearby: Enjoy the Glacier Hot Pools nestled in lush rainforest, or visit the West Coast Wildlife Centre to see kiwi birds.

Fox Glacier:

• Activities: Similar to Franz Josef, with opportunities for guided walks and helicopter flights, as well as skydiving with glacier views.
• Scenery: Fox Glacier offers a slightly different landscape and is less crowded, with beautiful views of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman.
• Nearby: Lake Matheson, famous for its mirror-like reflections of New Zealand's highest peaks.