Stephanie’s guidebook

Stephanie
Stephanie’s guidebook

Sightseeing

White Heron Sanctuary Tours (September to March) www.whiteherontours.co.nz We offer the only tour to New Zealand’s one and only White Heron (Kotuku) nesting site. Located on the West Coast of the South Island 30 km north of Franz Josef Glacier, 100 km south of Hokitika, Whataroa is the start point for White Heron Sanctuary Tours. The location of the nesting site deep within the Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is only accessible by boat. The Nature Reserve is administered by the Department of Conservation and entry is by permit only. Royal Spoonbill (kotuku nutu-papa) and Little Shag (kawapaka) also nest in this reserve. The preserved rainforest and its surrounds is also home to a great array of other birdlife. Experience the untouched beauty of the prehistoric White Pine (Kahikatea) rainforest and absorb the natural Flora and Fauna as you visit one of the special places in New Zealand. “White Heron Sanctuary Tours” has been operating for over 26 years. It is the original and only tour to visit the White Heron nesting site. Experienced guides with local knowledge. We look forward to seeing you on our tours and are happy to provide you with any further information that you may require. Feel free to contact us. New Zealand Free phone: 0800 523 456 Email: info@whiteherontours.co.nz
64 Main Rd
64 Main Road
White Heron Sanctuary Tours (September to March) www.whiteherontours.co.nz We offer the only tour to New Zealand’s one and only White Heron (Kotuku) nesting site. Located on the West Coast of the South Island 30 km north of Franz Josef Glacier, 100 km south of Hokitika, Whataroa is the start point for White Heron Sanctuary Tours. The location of the nesting site deep within the Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is only accessible by boat. The Nature Reserve is administered by the Department of Conservation and entry is by permit only. Royal Spoonbill (kotuku nutu-papa) and Little Shag (kawapaka) also nest in this reserve. The preserved rainforest and its surrounds is also home to a great array of other birdlife. Experience the untouched beauty of the prehistoric White Pine (Kahikatea) rainforest and absorb the natural Flora and Fauna as you visit one of the special places in New Zealand. “White Heron Sanctuary Tours” has been operating for over 26 years. It is the original and only tour to visit the White Heron nesting site. Experienced guides with local knowledge. We look forward to seeing you on our tours and are happy to provide you with any further information that you may require. Feel free to contact us. New Zealand Free phone: 0800 523 456 Email: info@whiteherontours.co.nz
Okarito Boat Eco Tours www.okaritoboattours.co.nz Exploring the superb birdlife and untouched serenity of New Zealand’s largest unmodified wetland, over 3000 hectares of lagoons and wildlife-rich waterways – choose from the following tours offered daily or contact us for more information or to help you find the best-suited tour for your time. okaritoboattours@gmail.com +64 3 753 4223/03 753 4223
31 Wharf St
31 Wharf Street
Okarito Boat Eco Tours www.okaritoboattours.co.nz Exploring the superb birdlife and untouched serenity of New Zealand’s largest unmodified wetland, over 3000 hectares of lagoons and wildlife-rich waterways – choose from the following tours offered daily or contact us for more information or to help you find the best-suited tour for your time. okaritoboattours@gmail.com +64 3 753 4223/03 753 4223
Across Country Quad Bikes Franz Josef www.acrosscountryquadbikes.co.nz The infamous West Coast, also known as New Zealand's last frontier. ​ We are located in the remote Franz Josef Village tucked away underneath the rugged Southern Alps. Experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes through rain forest, riverbed and grassland. We can have fun in the sun and see spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier OR as we like to say, the wetter the better to get down and dirty in the mud and water. ​ BOOK NOW and let our experienced guides take you on an unforgettable quad bike journey through our beautiful backyard! 0800 234 288/+64 3 752 0123 acqbnz@gmail.com
30 Main Rd
30 Main Road
Across Country Quad Bikes Franz Josef www.acrosscountryquadbikes.co.nz The infamous West Coast, also known as New Zealand's last frontier. ​ We are located in the remote Franz Josef Village tucked away underneath the rugged Southern Alps. Experience the thrill of riding our unique 2-seater quad bikes through rain forest, riverbed and grassland. We can have fun in the sun and see spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier OR as we like to say, the wetter the better to get down and dirty in the mud and water. ​ BOOK NOW and let our experienced guides take you on an unforgettable quad bike journey through our beautiful backyard! 0800 234 288/+64 3 752 0123 acqbnz@gmail.com
Glacier Country Kayaks & SUPs www.glacierkayaks.com Our tours: Now you can experience Franz Josef’s unique landscape up close. Enjoy the unbeatable views of the mountains and glaciers reflected on the calm waters of Lake Mapourika. You’ll also get up close with some of Westland’s oldest untouched rain-forest as we paddle our way through the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary -home to the endangered Rowi Kiwi. Where We Paddle: Lake Mapourika, situated in the Franz Josef Glacier valley, was created some 14,000 years ago as the glacier retreated after the most recent ice age. The surrounding tall peaks leave the lake calm and mirror- like, with unbeatable panoramic views of snow fields, glaciers and some of the tallest peaks in the country. Glacier Country Kayaks is a family owned and operated small team of passionate guides. We are trained in all aspects of paddling safety and are renowned for our excellent customer service. Our team aim to deliver an unforgettable experience in our unique natural environment. On every trip our guides snap pictures, and we provide them FREE after each tour. There’s a reason we’ve held the #1 Activity on Tripadvisor for years! Lake Mapourika is scenic gem on the West Coast. Situated in an idyllic spot for paddling. Jurassic rain forest fringes along the water’s edge and New Zealand’s rarest kiwis live along the shoreline too. Our departure point at Jetty Bay is an iconic photo stop on the West Coast Highway! Booking is easy online… join us for a paddle today and make your experience in Glacier Country one to remember. 0800 423 262 paddle@glacierkayaks.com
64 Cron St
64 Cron Street
Glacier Country Kayaks & SUPs www.glacierkayaks.com Our tours: Now you can experience Franz Josef’s unique landscape up close. Enjoy the unbeatable views of the mountains and glaciers reflected on the calm waters of Lake Mapourika. You’ll also get up close with some of Westland’s oldest untouched rain-forest as we paddle our way through the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary -home to the endangered Rowi Kiwi. Where We Paddle: Lake Mapourika, situated in the Franz Josef Glacier valley, was created some 14,000 years ago as the glacier retreated after the most recent ice age. The surrounding tall peaks leave the lake calm and mirror- like, with unbeatable panoramic views of snow fields, glaciers and some of the tallest peaks in the country. Glacier Country Kayaks is a family owned and operated small team of passionate guides. We are trained in all aspects of paddling safety and are renowned for our excellent customer service. Our team aim to deliver an unforgettable experience in our unique natural environment. On every trip our guides snap pictures, and we provide them FREE after each tour. There’s a reason we’ve held the #1 Activity on Tripadvisor for years! Lake Mapourika is scenic gem on the West Coast. Situated in an idyllic spot for paddling. Jurassic rain forest fringes along the water’s edge and New Zealand’s rarest kiwis live along the shoreline too. Our departure point at Jetty Bay is an iconic photo stop on the West Coast Highway! Booking is easy online… join us for a paddle today and make your experience in Glacier Country one to remember. 0800 423 262 paddle@glacierkayaks.com
The Helicopter Line - Franz Josef and Fox Glacier www.helicopter.co.nz 1) Franz Josef - Neve Discoverer Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $270.00 Child (15kg & over) $189.00 Infant (Under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience Franz Josef Glacier or Fox Glacier from the sky. •Land on the snow plains of the Franz Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •Admire views of the Southern Alps and soaring Mt Cook. What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 2) Franz Josef - Twin Glacier Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $350.00 Child (15kg & over) $245.00 Infant (under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience both Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier in one trip! •Land on the snow plains of a Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •Admire views of the Southern Alps and soaring Mt Cook. What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 3) Franz Josef - Mountain Scenic Spectacular Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $480.00 Child (15kg & over) $336.00 Infant (under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience both Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier by air on our premier 40-minute trip! •Land on the snow plains of a Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •See it all - Mt Cook, Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers! What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 0800 807 767 franz@helicopter.co.nz fox@helicopter.co.nz
Main Road
Main Road
The Helicopter Line - Franz Josef and Fox Glacier www.helicopter.co.nz 1) Franz Josef - Neve Discoverer Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $270.00 Child (15kg & over) $189.00 Infant (Under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience Franz Josef Glacier or Fox Glacier from the sky. •Land on the snow plains of the Franz Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •Admire views of the Southern Alps and soaring Mt Cook. What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 2) Franz Josef - Twin Glacier Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $350.00 Child (15kg & over) $245.00 Infant (under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience both Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier in one trip! •Land on the snow plains of a Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •Admire views of the Southern Alps and soaring Mt Cook. What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 3) Franz Josef - Mountain Scenic Spectacular Pricing Adult (15yrs & over) $480.00 Child (15kg & over) $336.00 Infant (under 15kg) $0.00 ◾Children must accompany a paying adult. ◾Infants (Under 4 years and under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adults knee. ◾Current prices are valid from 1st Oct 2018 - 30th Sep 2019. Highlights •Experience both Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier by air on our premier 40-minute trip! •Land on the snow plains of a Glacier, jump out and take it all in. •See it all - Mt Cook, Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers! What's included •Scenic helicopter flight. •Snow landing atop the Glacier. •Informative pilot commentary. 0800 807 767 franz@helicopter.co.nz fox@helicopter.co.nz