Conquer the Ice with Fox Glacier Heli-Hikes and Ice Climbing
Fox Glacier adventure tours offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore one of New Zealand’s most dynamic ice environments. Join a heli-hike and fly high above the Southern Alps before landing directly on the glacier to begin your guided trek across sculpted ice caves, crevasses and crystal-blue formations. With all equipment provided and expert guides leading the way, this is a bucket-list adventure for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike.
For a more vertical challenge, try your hand at ice climbing on Fox Glacier’s towering ice walls. Under the guidance of experienced alpine instructors, you’ll learn to use crampons and ice axes as you scale frozen features that shift and evolve daily. The combination of dramatic scenery and adrenaline-pumping activity makes these glacier-based tours unforgettable.
Explore Rainforest Trails and Scenic Lookouts by E-Bike or Foot
If you prefer your adventures at a gentler pace, Fox Glacier still delivers with equally rewarding options. An E-Bike and Hike tour offers a smooth ride through lush rainforest before transitioning to a scenic walking trail that leads to incredible viewpoints over the glacier valley. Along the way, your guide will share insights about the area’s unique geology, wildlife and climate.
Nature lovers can also join a guided walk through Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where moss-covered trees and historic pathways surround you. Highlights include a visit to Lake Matheson, famous for its mirror-like reflections of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Whether by air, bike or foot, Fox Glacier adventure tours let you experience the wild beauty of the West Coast from every angle.