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
Additional Information

This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you’ll encounter magnificent rata and rimu trees, vibrant mosses, and breathtaking views of the upper Fox Glacier, the Fox Neve and Mt Tasman—one of New Zealand’s tallest peaks. Along the way, our 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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Lou_a
Dec 16, 2024
Beautiful walk through... - Beautiful walk through rainforest up to a view of the Fox glacier. Our guide was very informative and helpful.
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Harold_g
Dec 14, 2024
Fox Glacier Tour - Our guide, Tyler, was very knowledgeable, friendly and a wealth of interesting facts. It's an easy hike and we were able to walk through the entire park.
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Vy_l
Dec 8, 2024
The tour guide, Jack is... - The tour guide, Jack is friendly and knowledgeable. I learnt a lot on how glacier works. And the trek is casual, just right for me. Most of all, get to see glacier!
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Ljhbrook
Dec 8, 2024
Four great walks in two days. - We actually went on all four of your offered tours in a two day period. We enjoyed the walks through beautiful rain fores5s with your three knowledgeable and engaging guides. Highly recommend all the walks. If your interest is in birds, then the Okarito walk is your best bet.
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300colino
Nov 24, 2024
Amazing Views, Great Guide and Wonderful Wilderness Experience! - It was an awesome experience! Our guide Tyla was amazing! He made everyone feel at home and frequently checked on each one to make sure we were all ok. The pace was relaxing and suitable even for our 10 year old to enjoy the whole tour! We got up close to the glacier and went off track for a very unique experience. Highly recommended!
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M4079wgcarolb
Nov 17, 2024
Outstanding!! - My friend and I went out on this tour on a day when the region experienced a year's worth of rain in one day. I'm eternally grateful that the tour went ahead, with the amazing Petra as our guide. Her knowledge of and passion for the area were incredible and we could not have enjoyed ourselves more. It really was amazing to see everything on a day like that and we were even lucky enough to get a glimpse of the Glacier itself in a brief moment when the clouds lifted. The team at Glacier Valley made everything straightforward and comfortable by supplying wet weather gear, and couldn't have done a better job from booking right through to execution. I can't recommend this tour highly enough!!!
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R4133zjjuliap
Oct 21, 2024
Must do tour! - I recently did the combo tour of Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson, and it was an incredible experience! The guides were outstanding—super knowledgeable and passionate about the area, sharing fascinating insights about the glacier, the surrounding nature, and local history. The views were breathtaking, from the majestic glacier to the mirror-like lake reflecting the Southern Alps. Every part of the tour was well-organized, making it enjoyable and stress-free. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area—you’ll have an amazing time!
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Y672sqmarkt
May 2, 2024
A bit of a gem! - Loved getting off the beaten path, plus the little insights into flora & fauna as well as the overall glacier info. Guide couldn't have been more chilled, relaxed and encouraging of everyone in the group. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Douglas_c
Apr 7, 2024
Great tour though a bit further from the receding glacier than I had thought. - Cliff, our guide did an amazing job! Due to the glacier receding over the past 15-years and the old access road being destroyed in a 2019 storm, you can't get as close to the glacier as was once possible without flying to it. However, Cliff brought our small group on some smaller trails, and at times on no trails at all, to some amazing view points. He provided great information, and we even discovered on our break, that is oversized pack contained, hot water for tea, coffee and even snacks for all of us.
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Hazelnuto
Apr 7, 2024
Great tour guide, beautiful part of the world! - Cliff was a great tour guide who took us on an off-the-beaten-track path to a great viewing spot of the Fox Glacier! Entertaining and an enjoyable, gentle activity out in nature!
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