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Whitewater rafting and heli rafting adventures in Franz Joseph, New Zealand.

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Luxury Accommodation Links

  • 58 On Cron Motel
    Boasting an elegant decor and warm hospitality, 58 On Cron Motel welcomes you for an unforgettable vacation.
  • Alpine Glacier Motel
    right in the township of Franz Josef on the West Coast of New Zealand and the closest motel to the Franz Josef glacier.
  • Glacier View Motel
    Offering magnificent views of Franz Josef Glacier, the Glacier View Motel is 2 minutes drive from the city centre and 3 kilometres from the north of Franz Josef Village.
  • Glenfern Villa’s Franz Joseph
    Located on State Highway 6, the Glenfern Villas Franz Josef is just a few kilometres north of the Franz Josef Glacier Township. The local attractions include fascinating wildlife, Westland Black Petrel and New Zealand Fur Seals.
  • Holly Homestead Bed and Breakfast
    Holly Homestead was built in the 1920’s from beautiful native timbers. Well-appointed king, queen or twin rooms, all with ensuites, located 1.5km north of Franz Josef township.
  • Punga Grove
    The property is set in Punga Grove, at the heart of Franz Josef village, amongst native forest against a stunning backdrop of high alpine peaks.
  • Rainforest Retreat
    Wake up to the native birds, step from your room into the luxuriant rainforest, be spellbound by superb alpine and glacier views. Enjoy the special hospitality of Forest Park in the heart of Glacier Country. Facilities offered are: beautiful native bush a
  • Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge
    Eco-lodge based on the Northern West Coast of New Zealand. The fully catered lodge offers a number of adventures, including hiking, heli-rafting, and heli-fishing.
  • Terrace Motel
    Experience the wonders of the glacier and rainforest during your stay. Ideal motel for business trips to the region and perfect for your holiday accommodation needs in Franz Josef. Situated in the center of town just 150 meters to shops & restaurants.
  • Westwood Lodge
    Westwood Lodge is a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Lodge accommodation 2 km North of Franz Josef Glacier and with views on the Alps and bushlands.

Backpackers Accommodation Links

  • Birdsong Backpackers, Hokitika
    This friendly family-run backpackers lodge earns its excellent reputation for the welcoming ambiance, modern facilities and high standard of cleanliness throughout. The impressive communal facilities are well-organized and neatly presented.
  • Glow Worm Cottages
    Nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps, Franz Josef has the most spectacular scenery you will find anywhere in the world. Glow Worm Cottages boasts magnificent views of both mountains and rainforest.
  • Okarito Beach house
    The Okarito Beach House is a real haven, away from the main tourist trail, situated within a stone’s throw of dramatic West Coast beaches. Close to the glacier township of Franz Josef. We have a range of rooms available, from dorm beds through to en suite
  • Rainforest Backpackers
    Rainforest Backpackers Nestled in six acres of idyllic native bush, centrally located in the heart of Franz Josef Village.
  • YHA Franz Joseph
    Perfectly located amidst the tranquil green rainforest surroundings of Westland Tai Poutini National Park and World Heritage area yet only a short stroll to the heart of the village with its cafes, pubs and shopping.

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