Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers, South Island

The Fox & Franz Josef glaciers on the South Island of New Zealand are among the most accessible glaciers in the world, as they stretch from almost 2,600 meters high in the Southern Alps nearly down to sea level. Visitors can walk to the foot of the glaciers through ancient river valleys with steep mountain walls for spectacular views of the glaciers. Alternatively, they can walk on the glaciers with professional guides or fly to and land on the top of the glaciers in a helicopter.

Lake Matheson and Lake Mapourika are close to the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers, respectively. Lake Matheson is famous for its mirror-like reflections of New Zealand’s highest peaks on clear days, while Lake Mapourika is popular for fishing, birdwatching and kayaking.

Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers, South Island

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