Cruise & Rainforest Walk - Franz Josef Glacier
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail, only accessible by boat! The rainforest trail journeys through a Kiwi Conservation region and some of Westland's oldest untouched rainforest.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Journey across the lake and enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail through the Kiwi Sanctuary. Step off the boat and into a journey through another world! Experience Westland’s oldest Jurassic-like rainforest and meet curious native birdlife. This trip our premium cruise, suitable for all ages. Difficulty of the walk: Please note the guided walk is designed to keep the rainforest in it’s pristine state, as the region is part of the Westland National Park. This means there’s some roots throughout the track, and a couple of big steps early on. Your skipper & tour guides walk the track with the group, and can lend a hand to assist during the walk. There’s many stops throughout to discuss the rainforest and the conservation. There’s a couple of set handlines and walking poles available if you require them. The track itself is 400 meters, and if often only enjoyed 1 way (you’re skipper will pick you up at the end). For any other questions about the guided walk, feel free to contact our friendly team!
What‘s Included
Coffee and/or Tea
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Cruise & Rainforest Walk - Franz Josef Glacier
Reviews
93 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful and educational
RachelNeu,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guides were very helpful, kind and patient, as I am slightly handicapped with walking (utilize walking poles) and deaf in 1 ear. It was a wonderful and educational experience. Thank you.
Great Experience
roberthZ7575YO,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable, pleasant and helpful.
Great cruise and trek
Pamela M,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great cruise in small boat then trek through wilderness. Found some blue mushrooms and lovely ferns. Guide was awesome
Informative and fun
dianerO5793JF,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A small group on a rainy day - good fun! A beautiful lake and lovely to see such a large area of protected forest allowing birds and plants to flourish. Chad, our guide, was good fun and extremely knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the walk through the forest learning more about the birds and the plants. The hot drinks were an added bonus and very welcome!
Carl is a hidden gem
Guide65740611461,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing tour, was very lucky to have only four of us on the day. Carl was so personable, knowledgeable and passionate about the rainforest and the natural surrounds of the region. Full of depth and knowledge of the ecosystem and protection of this region Truly dedicated guide , thanks again Carl From Peter and Renee
Great trip, highly recommend, very informative
Jacqueline H,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour, our guide was excellent & so informative. We learned so much about the rainforest, animals, plants & New Zealand in general. Thank you for a great afternoon!
Great excursion
margaretv470,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chad is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. The walk through the rainforest was amazing.
Amazing
V9108VWjohne,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful guide, boat, and gear for the rainy weather. Informative, fun and unique. Highly recommend. We would definitely do it again.
Cruise and Rainforest Walk
MARY T,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our experience, even though the walk through the rainforest was tougher for my friend, but she managed. Chad and Karl were amazingly knowledgeable and friendly. We had a super time. Learned a lot about the area and environment.
Great activity
jeanwY8076IJ,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chad and Kyle were awesome guided. We had more fun than we anticipated. Highly recommend the activity. We saw Steve's birds and learned interesting facts about the rain forest. The walk was a highlight. Hot chocolate included.
From NZ$149.00
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