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Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier was named after Sir William Fox, New Zealand’s Prime Minister from 1869 to 1872. Fox Glacier describes both the glacier and the nearby village. Like its twin, Franz Josef, the glacier descends from the Southern Alps down into temperate rainforest just 300 metres above sea level. An icy feast for the eyes!

To witness this awesome sight just head toward Lake Matheson on Cook Flat Road for some magnificent views. You can arrange an ice-hiking adventure or booking a scenic flight - your choice and weather permitting. Near to Fox Glacier you will find the beautiful Lake Matheson, one of the most photographed lakes in New Zealand. On a clear day it reflects Mount Cook in it's pristine waters. 

Fox Glacier Holidays

New Zealand holidays including Fox Glacier

New Zealand’s Movies, Mountains & Maori

  • Auckland
  • Rotorua
  • Christchurch
  • Hokitika
  • Fox Glacier
  • Queenstown
  • Lake Tekapo
  • Visit Hobbiton
  • Travel on the TranzAlpine train
  • Climb the Fox Glacier
  • Ride the Skyline Gondola

12 Nights from £3805pp

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Best of New Zealand By Motorhome

  • Auckland
  • Rotorua
  • Taupo
  • Tongariro National Park
  • Wellington
  • Nelson
  • Punakaiki
  • Fox Glacier
  • Queenstown
  • Lake Tekapo
  • Christchurch
  • Experience the Freedom of a Motorhome
  • Visit Geo Thermal Rotorua & Taupo
  • Do some hiking in Tonariro National Park
  • See Fox Glacier & the impressive Milford Sound

15 Nights from £2655pp

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Highlights of the South Island a Small Group Tour

  • Wellington
  • Nelson NZ
  • Abel Tasman
  • Punakaiki
  • Fox Glacier
  • Wanaka
  • Te Anau
  • Queenstown
  • Christchurch
  • Small Group Escourted Tour
  • Enjoy wine tasting in Marlborough
  • Scenic cruise through Milford Sound
  • Visit the famous Pancake Rocks

13 Nights from £7700pp

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Discover New Zealand a Small Group Tour

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • The Coromandel
  • Rotorua
  • Napier
  • Wellington
  • Nelson
  • Abel Tasman
  • Punakaiki
  • Fox Glacier
  • Wanaka
  • Te Anau
  • Queenstown
  • Christchurch
  • Small Group Escourted Tour
  • Visit the spectacular geothermal valley where you will see geysers, mud pools & hot springs
  • Cruise the scenic Milford Sound
  • Learn about Maori culture with a feast and powerful cultural performance

22 Nights from £10190pp

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Fox Glacier Hotels

Below is a selection of hotels we feature in our Fox Glacier itineraries. 

Fox Glacier Lodge

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Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier

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