Fox Glacier Holidays

Fox Glacier is one of the iconic places to visit in South Island, New Zealand. Named after Sir William Fox, New Zealand’s Prime Minister from 1869 to 1872, Fox Glacier describes both the glacier and the nearby village. Fox Glacier is twinned with Franz Josef glacier and descends from the Southern Alps down into temperate rainforest just 300 metres above sea level.

There are so many ways to see Fox Glacier, either a simple walk to the terminal face, or an ice-hiking adventure or by booking a sightseeing flight. In addition to the glaciers there are local glow worm caves just a short walk from the town centre. Fox Glacier is a bustling place with many cafes and restaurants. Don’t miss visiting beautiful Lake Matheson, one of the most photographed lakes in New Zealand (on a clear day it reflects Mount Cook).