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Glacier Pools

Franz Josef's newest attraction, the Glacier Hot Pools, features three invitingly warm main pools and three private hot pools secluded in native bush, fed with pure local glacier water.

Kiwi Habitat

Okarito Kiwi Tours is the only tourism venture on the South Island that guides you, in low numbers, deep into kiwi habitat. They explain the Maori myths and legends that surround the story as to how a kiwi became a ground dwelling bird and have 85% sighting success ratio.

Kayaking

Okarito Nature Tours offers kayaking on Okarito Lagoon, New Zealand's largest unmodified coastal wetland and home to a large variety of birdlife including the white heron. Marvel at the excellent views of Mount Cook and the Southern Alps. Kayak through the Okarito river delta and paddle deep into the heart of the rainforest.

Beeches Restaurant, Cafe & Bar

Located in the middle of Franz Josef Glacier, on the main highway, you can’t miss it! The food is made from fresh, tasty ingredients. The whitebait patties are a must try!