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WEST COAST

& GLACIER

REGION
Weave your way along the rugged
coastline to discover old gold and jade
towns and the amazing bright blue ice
formations of the Franz Josef and Fox
Glaciers. Unwind in the tranquil hot pools
at Franz Josef Village or try one of the
many adventure activities on offer such
as kayaking, rafting and sky diving.

SEE
• See the blowholes at Punakaiki
DO Arthur’s Pass
• Join a tour through the underground cave
systems, lit by glow worms at Charleston
REGIONAL AIRPORT  Westport
• Shop for pounamu (jade) at Westland ATTRACTION Charleston
Greenstone in Hokitika TRANZALPINE RAIL Punakaiki 4
Nine Mile Creek
EAT & DRINK Greymouth 1
• Pick-up some local honey at the Junction Café  Hokitika
and Honey Centre, outside of Greymouth Arthur’s Pass
WHAT’S ON Franz Josef Glacier 2
South Island Ultra Marathon, Greymouth Fox Glacier 3 Rapahoe Beach, Greymouth
8 to 9 May Aoraki/Mount Cook HOTELS PAGE
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Hokitika WildFoods Festival Jackson Bay Haast Tekapo 1 The Ashley Hotel Greymouth ◆◆◆¯ 100
Lake
March (dates to be confirmed) 2 Bella Vista Motel Franz Josef ◆◆◆◆ 101
Haast Pass Twizel 3 Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier ◆◆◆◆ 101
Mount Aspiring  Timaru 1 Kingsgate Hotel Greymouth ◆◆◆¯ 100
4 Punakaiki Resort ◆◆◆◆ 100

FLYING FOX HELI-HIKE FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER HELI HIKE
This fly-in and fly-out heli-hike combines the excitement After a scenic helicopter flight high above rugged terrain,
of walking on Fox Glacier with thrilling helicopter flights. land on Franz Josef Glacier, ready for over two hours of
Explore spectacular ice features. Fly over the pinnacles guided glacier hike. Be led through some of the most
of the lower icefall, where the ice is in constant motion. pristine and awe-inspiring glacier scenery in the world.
Explore spectacular ice features and take in views of With an eye for the most spectacular ice formations,
the dramatic upper icefall and Victoria Falls. Weather your guide will take you through a land of towering
permitting, ice time is up to three hours. peaks and a maze of glistening blue ice.
Includes: Includes:
• Return helicopter flights • Professional guide • Return helicopter transfers from Franz Josef
• Use of crampons, walking poles, socks, boots • Admission to the public pools at Glacier Hot Pools
and wet weather clothes • Return coach transfers • Experienced guide
from Fox Glacier Guiding Base to helipad • Use of crampons, waterproof clothing and boots
Operator: Fox Glacier Guiding Operator: Franz Josef Glacier Guides
Duration: 4 hours Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Departs: Daily from Fox Glacier Guiding Base Departs: Daily from Franz Josef Glacier Guides Base,
at 8:50am, 11:50am (May – Sep), frequent regular departures
on demand (Oct – Apr)
Not suitable for children under 8 yrs.
Adult Child 9-16 yrs Adult/Child
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $499 * $475 * 1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $495 *
1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $519 * $499 * 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $509 *

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
98 travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.