{"id":3207,"date":"2017-07-16T10:51:13","date_gmt":"2017-07-16T14:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adventurousretirement.com\/blog\/?p=3207"},"modified":"2019-11-13T11:05:53","modified_gmt":"2019-11-13T16:05:53","slug":"franz-josef-new-zealand-glacier-country","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adventurousretirement.com\/blog\/franz-josef-new-zealand-glacier-country\/","title":{"rendered":"Franz Josef New Zealand – Glacier Country Experiences off the Glacier"},"content":{"rendered":"

– Do you want to know and see the activities beyond the glaciers in Franz Josef?<\/p>\n

Franz Josef New Zealand<\/h1>\n

Nature\u2019s splendor surrounds Franz Josef New Zealand with rain forests, ice glaciers, mountains, the Tasman Sea, and the bird life. In summer there are gorgeous flowers, tall fern trees in the rainforest or as the New Zealanders say the magical Jurassic Forest, and crystal clear lakes, rivers and creeks.<\/p>\n

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The Franz Josef World Heritage area is chock full of easy to extreme activities from lazing in hot springs, riding in a comfy scenic boat trips, fishing, or kayaking, to glacier activities. Whether you walk, bike, hike, fly, glide, boat, or sight-see, exploring New Zealand\u2019s Glacier Country is unforgettable.<\/p>\n

While there are 3 popular glacier areas where you can stay, we chose Franz Josef Glacier Village. It has everything you need for any adventure, plus restaurants, a Wildlife Centre, many accommodation choices and more. Plus, most destinations are walking distance from town.<\/p>\n

There are a multitude of things to do on your own in town:<\/p>\n