Fox Glacier Nature Walk: Guided Tour through Scenic Rainforest and Glacier Views

Embark on a guided nature walk through the stunning Fox Glacier Valley, surrounded by lush rainforest and breathtaking glacier views. Learn about glaciation, geology, and flora and fauna from experienced guides. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fox Glacier South Side Walk - View the Fox Neve and surrounding mountains while walking through lush historic rainforest. Stop for a cup of tea break and a chat with your guide, with a view.
    Please note we cannot get near or see the terminal face of the glacier due to safety reasons (NZ’s largest active landslide is currently stopping us!). Learn…
What's Included
  • Umbrellas
  • Local guide
  • Walking poles
  • Afternoon tea
  • Baby Backpack/carrier
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
  • Wet weather gear
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Water
Additional Information

This picturesque trail winds through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where visitors will encounter magnificent rata and rimu trees, vibrant mosses, and stunning views of the upper Fox Glacier, the Fox Neve, and Mt Tasman—one of New Zealand’s tallest peaks.
Along the journey, knowledgeable guides will share…

Location
20 Main Road
Main Road
Glacier Valley Eco Tours, in The Helicopter Line building Franz Josef (next to Glacier Motors) check in is 15 mins prior to the departure time
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Bbdisselkoen
Mar 19, 2026
Outstanding tour - My husband and I had a fantastic experience on this tour. Our guide was a botanist grad student who told us about the glacier, the 2019 landslide, rocks, plants and even some bugs. We were privileged to go on a day where we had a full view of the glacier. Because we were a small group we were able to do some exploring on the rocks in the landslide area. I highly recommend this tour. It is a memorable experience, not just a hike to see the glacier.
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N9566mvcolinw
Mar 10, 2026
Extremely nice and informative walk through the Rain forest - We both really enjoyed this trip out. Our guide Louis was extremely knowledgable about the plant life we encountered and friendly and considerate to the group's needs. The walk was just the right length and the stop at the Glacier viewpoint was timed really well with a nice hot drink and a biscuit offered.
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Turkey007
Mar 7, 2026
Great hike to Fox Glacier - We had a fantastic guided hike to Fox Glacier with Louis today. It was a small group of 10 and was absolutely great. We learnt a lot about the flora and fauna and had super views of the glacier. The hike itself was not too difficult and I would say it was suitable even for people not used to walking distances as it was mainly flat with a tiny amount of scrambling over small rocks and trees. I would heartily recommend this tour and tour company.
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Edry_g
Feb 26, 2026
Bella was great! - It goes rain or shine and our guide Bella was a trooper to take us in a down pour the entire time! Just know that you can’t get near the glacier.
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Francismy6638ir
Feb 24, 2026
Fascinating guided walks through breathtaking valley - Absolutely superb experience! Knowledgeable, passionate and personable guides took us through a landscape which we could not have appreciated without their expertise. We did both the Fox and Franz Josef glacier tours. The Fox Glacier is a longer walk on a public track, while the Franz Josef Glacier walk is easier (suitable for any fitness level) and includes sections that are not open to the public. The views of the glacier themselves are similar on both walks, and it is a great touch that they provide hot drinks and cookies while enjoying the scenery. We learnt so much about the biodiversity of the valley as well as the dynamics of the glacier (and its shocking rate of retreat.) This is a great alternative to a helihike, but also would help you to appreciate such a hike (so it isn’t necessarily an either/or). Being able to borrow coats, umbrellas, boots and hiking poles is also really helpful for our group, though you can easily do the walk in trainers. The owners were a great help in organising for our large group, and accommodating of last minute changes. I cannot recommend highly enough.
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Giovanni_m
Feb 13, 2026
Nice. - Beautiful experience, even with a little rain. The very nice and professional guide. It's not tiring at all
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B5223slkarinw
Feb 6, 2026
Glacier and rainforest - Knowledgeable and fantastic guide - Mel! Lovely walk with nice views of Fox Glacier and the surrounding nature! Rainforest meeting glacier is an incredible experience!
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Andrea_b
Jan 30, 2026
Wonderful experience! - It is an easy and pleasant journey in the forest Beautiful view and the guide Bell was very attentive and enlightening. Super recommend the walk.
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Rhada_t
Jan 26, 2026
Fantastic - We had a wonderful time on this tour. Bella was very friendly and knowledgeable, sharing great insights along the way. The landscapes were stunning, the walks were beautiful and well planned, and everything was perfectly organised. Tea and cookies was also provided and having them in front of Fox Glacier in the middle of nature was next level! Highly recommend this tour for a relaxing day with amazing scenery and a great guide!
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Swithyburd
Feb 15, 2026
Great trek to the Glacier - Some mix up with regard to pick up, but eventually had a great guided tour with Bella, who was charming & very knowledgeable, pointing out lots of trees, vegetation, birds, etc. She certainly knew her stuff! Nice small group, steady pace. Refreshments by the stream were very welcome!
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From $65
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).