Things to do

Family savings!  Use promo code: wild15 at the check-out Explore beyond the Glaciers in Franz Josef and join a family friendly Cruise & Walk on Lake Mapourika with Franz Josef Wilderness Tours!  Lake Mapourika boasts scenic views of the Southern Alps and many Glaciers which includes the Franz Josef Glacier. The Cruise & Rainforest Walk tour take you and your family on a journey across our mirror lake – and…

Kayak rentals and fully-guided kayak trips for all abilities. Okarito Lagoon is New Zealand’s largest unmodified wetland, a stunning shallow and calm tidal waterway surrounded by Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with incredible views of the Southern Alps of a fine day, and some of New Zealand’s best bird-viewing opportunities. Renting kayaks to explore independently is suitable for all levels of experience and ages, in the right conditions; we provide…

Don’t miss out on this fantastic package with two local family owned operators!! Support two local, family owned & operated business with this package. Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar has won the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence several times with it’s Filipino and European cuisine. Glacier Country Helicopters is operated by husband and wife team Gus & Poppy who are both experienced pilots & recently received Qualmark Gold and Trip…

Experience Fox Glacier and make lifelong family memories with the Flying Fox Heli Hike Family Deal! Save $496 on the popular Flying Fox Heli Hike when you book 2 Adults & 2 Children (ages 9-16)! Book now for only $1,900. The fly-in, fly-out Flying Fox Heli Hike combines the excitement of walking on the Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you are able to access…

10% off Scenic Glacier Flights! Glacier Country Helicopters is a local family, owned & operated helicopter company currently offering 10% off scenic glacier flights with 10-15 minute snow landings. Book direct on their website using the code GLACIER and join them on a heli adventure! Husband and wife team Gus and Poppy started the company in January 2014. They still have their sleeves rolled up each day working their roles…

Discover Okarito with this Fantastic Boat & Walk Tour! For only $230pp you will receive: 2 hour guided tour on the “Explorer Douglas” – customised for the Okarito lagoon and wetlands Lunch ($20 value) included for free! (wheat-free & gluten free available) Hot drink and home baked treat on board Bookmark with a check list for the birds you have seen while on board Guided tour of Okarito and forest…

Family savings: use promo code “wild15” at check out Enjoy an engaging tour with Franz Josef Wilderness Tours local guides… Lake Mapourika sits nestled amongst Westland’s oldest untouched rainforest with unbeatable views of the Glacier & Southern Alps.  On this tour follow your guide into a hidden creek through the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary and experience some of the region’s untouched Jurassic rainforest and pristine wilderness. FREE high quality digital photos…

Family savings: use promo code “wild15” at check out Enjoy an engaging tour with Franz Josef Wilderness Tours local guides… Lake Mapourika sits nestled amongst Westland’s oldest untouched rainforest with unbeatable views of the Glacier & Southern Alps.  On this tour enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail within the Rowi Conservation area.  Teach the kids the good stuff while you learn about the kiwi conservation and spot native…