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• Great & informative walking tour of the Fox Glacier region.

  960julianp,,Dec 12, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had a wonderful time on this trip walking through the forest beside the superb Fox Glacier. Mel was a great guide and regularly stopped on the walk to explain the flora, fauna and/or geology of the area, even providing team and coffee at one particular stop. Would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone interested in this part of the South Island.

• Glacier Valley Eco Tours: A Diverse Range of Experiences

  H0ngT,,Dec 4, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Glacier Valley Eco Tours: A Diverse Range of Experiences Glacier Valley Eco Tours offers a remarkable selection of expeditions tailored to both adventure seekers and those who simply appreciate the beauty of nature. Over the course of our journey, we participated in four distinct tours, each providing unique insights and memorable moments. Lake Matheson Nature Tour: Our guide, Louis, infused the day with energy and enthusiasm, sharing in-depth knowledge about the native plants, the area’s rich history, and the variety of birds inhabiting the region. His passion fostered a deeper appreciation for the natural surroundings and made the experience truly enjoyable. Despite less-than-ideal weather, we remained comfortable and dry. The intimate size of the tour, consisting of just the two of us, allowed for a personalised experience and provided the opportunity to closely observe the region’s unique flora and fauna. Okarito Nature Tours: Continuing with Glacier Valley Eco Tours, our experience at Okarito was exceptional. The organisation of the tour ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish, making for an enjoyable day. We were fortunate to experience ideal weather, with sunshine and a refreshing breeze enhancing the outing. The views stretching across Okarito Lagoon to the imposing Southern Alps were simply breathtaking. Once again guided by Louis, whose extensive knowledge and passion for New Zealand’s native birds and conservation efforts enriched our understanding, we gained fascinating insights into the local ecosystem and its natural heritage. Fox Glacier Nature Walk : Guides Sophia and Cliff led us on a truly memorable walk through the striking landscape of Fox Glacier. Their extensive knowledge of the area, combined with their approachable and professional manner, greatly enhanced our experience. Throughout the nature walk, Sophia and Cliff skillfully pointed out the region’s diverse flora and fauna, a variety of bird species, and unique heritage rocks, deepening our appreciation for the local ecosystem. The adventure was made even more special by crossing streams and exploring the lush rainforest, which added a sense of excitement and discovery. These features, along with the guides’ insightful commentary, provided a valuable understanding of the area’s complex ecosystem and made the tour stand out. For anyone interested in glaciers, this tour comes highly recommended. The breathtaking sight of Fox Glacier’s icy blue hues and dramatic crevasses leaves a lasting impression, making it an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts. Franz Josef Nature Tour: The Franz Josef Nature Tour offered a relaxed and unhurried exploration of the region’s stunning landscape. Guided by Bell, whose expertise in the rainforest’s flora and fauna was evident throughout the walk, we gained a deeper appreciation for the natural environment. Bell’s friendly and professional manner made the experience both educational and enjoyable, as we paused often to photograph the impressive glacier. The uniqueness of the tour was further enhanced by the crossing of streams and our journey through the lush rainforest, creating a sense of adventure and discovery. These elements, combined, made the walk truly memorable, offering insight into the area's complex ecosystem. For anyone eager to witness the magnificent blue hues and dramatic crevasses of the glacier, this excursion is highly recommended. It is an awe-inspiring and humbling experience, perfect for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to connect with the remarkable beauty of Franz Josef Peter & Hong (Malaysia) 1st to 4th December 2025

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

• We really enjoyed our...

  Riley H,,Oct 3, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  We really enjoyed our walk with our guide Cliff! He was entertaining and very knowledgeable about the area’s wildlife and local plants as well as New Zealand and the region. The walk was not difficult and our guide stopped regularly to allow for photos and questions so it felt well paced. We drank a nice cup of hot chocolate at the top of the hike while enjoying the beautiful view of the glacier. It can get wet so definitely bring waterproof clothes. The guide did have umbrellas if you don’t have one. Definitely recommend!

• A wonderful way to spend 3 or so hours in the grest outdoors

  606pippaj,,Sep 7, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  From being picked up at our hotel to being dropped off, 3 or so hrs later, outside the pub ( our request!), we were superbly well guided, informed and entertained by Cliff . Such a fascinating walk up to the glacier viewpoints through some dense rainforest, instructed by Cliff on the history and movement of the glacier as well as the vegetation along the way. A lovely touch was the hot drink and biscuits at the last glacier viewpoint: delicious. We would heartily recommend this walk to anyone with an interest in forests, birdlife, glaciers or just being outdoors exploring nature. Thanks to Cliff for his knowledge, enthusiasm and willingness to chat 😉

• Informative & Relaxed Tour

  matthewoF6399YY,,May 17, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Informative & Relaxed Tour around the Fox Glacier Valley. We got to see areas off the main route that we wouldn't have found on our own thanks tour our guide, Cliff. Cliff was very friendly and knowledgeable.

• Wonderful

  Lisa H,,Mar 26, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  We loved this walk! Much further than you think but the guide was fantastic and knowledgeable and you get a lot of information about the glacier and how things were in the past. Highly recommend

• Lovely Informative Hike

  sarahtB6909KB,,Mar 23, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Even though it was raining and we ultimately couldn’t quite see the glacier, our guide Jake kept the energy up and was fun, informative and adventurous! It was a small group and everyone was really friendly. We sat for coffee and hot chocolate in the river bed and it was very serene. Jake even fished out a piece of glacial ice from the river for us to hold!

  

  

• A great experience, added so much

  Resort522888,,Mar 23, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  As entry to the Fox Glacier walk is free I originally thought I’d do that, but this nature tour was really great and well worth it - I’m so glad I did it. A shout out to Tyler who was a knowledgeable and kind guide. I learnt loads about trees, geology, and of course glaciers and Fox in particular - really interesting, highly recommend.

• Easy walking terrain. ...

  richard l,,Mar 18, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Easy walking terrain. Great view of the glacier. Good learning experience of the history of the creation of the glacier and the trees and plants.

• Ecco Tours to Fox and Franz Joseph

  G1686QKmarkf,,Mar 6, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I did two tours with Petra; one to Fox and the other to Franz Joseph. She was a great guide - very knowledgeable, helpful and an overall fun person to have as a tour guide. Strongly recommend.

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