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This fortnight we find out about how the Fox Glacier, how it works and it modern history. Ice Climbing is a great way to challenge yourself and learn some new skills. We pay the villages automotive team a visit  and to finish of the day we find that the Fox Glacier Holiday Park have a great range of accommodation options.

We head up the Franz Josef Glacier Valley to do the morning. Then is it off to discover “kiwi mild” through to “I want a sweaty adrenalin rush... HOT!” at  the Priya Indian Restaurant.  We visit the new team at Skydive Franz and finally put our feet up at the Franz Josef Glacier Country Retreat for the evening.

In this edition we set out to explore the stories of the three Minnehaha's and take a wander amongst Fox Glacier villages glow work Fairland.   Bill and Jill welcome us to their new central village Bella Vista Motel then it is off to find out what services Fox & Franz heliservices do provide to make the most of the backcountry.  To finish off the day we relax and dine team at the Plateau Cafe & Bar.

In this visit to our Franz Josef Glacier members we catch up with the team at the Beeches, Restaurant, Cafe & Bar. We also find out what it takes for Franz Josef Top Ten Holiday Park to be Qualmark rated  5 star holiday park. To top it off we go to find some mud with Sam on his popular Beaumont Buggy's.

In this member update we head to the magical area south of the mighty Fox Glacier.  After a 18km walk to Welcome Flat Hut we take a soak in the Copland Hot Pools.  It is then time to head out to try out some hunting and fishing around lake Paringa and catch up with Ken and Mata for a yarn at Lake Paringa Lodge.  We also find out what it feels like to be well fed and made feel at home at Brenda and Graham's South West Salmon Farm and Cafe.  A must do is to stop the night at  John and Jacquis Mahitahi Lodge.    From John we learn about the secrets of the area to be found  just off the highway in this very special part of South Westland.

Check out our latest Glacier Country Industry Update below.  In this edition we check out the famous Roberts Point Track along with  paying Wayne and his team a visit on lake Mapourika with Glacier Country Kayaks. After a spot of retail therapy  checking out the kiwiana gifts at  Fern Grove Souvenirs it is off to visit Mustang, Batman and Rocket the alpacas along with their other animal friends at Glenfern Villas, the perfect luxurious launch pad for your Glacier Country adventures.

We check out the mirror of the alps, Lake Matheson. Indulge in sweet things at Cafe Neve. Relax with a peaceful view at Sunset Motel and visit Mountain Information for up to date help with all things Fox Glacier.

Jamie and his team will welcome you in for a hearty meal at the Speight Landing bar aftera walk up behind the village to explore the historical (1907) Tatare tunnel. Afterthe walkyou can see it all from above witha 200km, 50 min flight with the Air Safari Team.With the daysworkcompleteDanielle will be happy to put you up for the night at the very friendly 5 star YHA backpackers.

We pay a visit to Fox Glaciers; Cook Saddle Cafe & Bar, Chris Jones at Te Weheka and Rod Miller tells us what SkyDive N.Z. is all about.

Okarito is just 30 minuites from Franz Josef Glacier village.  In this update we check out the new Okarito Trig walk, Okarito Kiwi Tours, Glacier View Motel and stop by The Canopy for a 5 star dinner.

In this update focus on the Fox Glacier region. We visit Gillespie’s Beach, the very popular Flying Fox heli-hike, the High Peaks Restaurant & ReflectioNZ Gallery & Gifts.

While at Franz Josef Glacier township lets go fishing, visit Holly Homestead, head out for a guided eco walk with Glacier Valley Eco Tours and finish off the day with a meal from the Blue Ice Reasturant.

Welcome to South Westlands Glacier Country. The Glacier Country Tourism Group is made up of of 90+ visitor focused members who just love sharing our National Park with visitors. Our aim for these fortnightly updates is to keep you informed of what is happening in South Westland. Enjoy!

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