Cruise & Rainforest Walk at Franz Josef Glacier: Exclusive Rainforest Trail Access

Experience the unique opportunity to explore our secluded rainforest trail, accessible solely by boat! This trail winds through a Kiwi Conservation area and showcases some of Westland’s most ancient, pristine rainforest.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Franz Josef Highway - Embark on a journey across the lake and gain exclusive access to a private rainforest trail within the Kiwi Sanctuary. Step off the boat and enter a world like no other! Discover Westland’s ancient, Jurassic-like rainforest and encounter fascinating native birdlife. This is our premium cruise, perfect for all ages.
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What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
Location
30 Main Road
Main Road
Please check-in at our office 15 minutes prior to your trip departure time. We are located in the building next to The Landing Restaurant.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sianhm8737re
Mar 24, 2026
Rainforest Trip - Excellent experience. Jo was very knowledgeable and made sure we were well looked after.
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Paul_v
Mar 13, 2026
Great sail and walk - A great afternoon out in Franz Joseph. The walk was challenging and my wife could not continue, but she was well taken care of.
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Christopher
Mar 9, 2026
Wonderful rainforest tour - A really worthwhile tour. Our guides were exceptionally knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the environment and made the experience so enjoyable. The temperate rainforest was both beautiful and fascinating along with a scenic boat ride across the lake. Highly recommended.
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Granarygirl2016
Feb 28, 2026
Peaceful guided walk. Excellent. - A five star experience with knowledgeable local guide Joe.
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Rachelneu
Feb 21, 2026
Wonderful and educational - The guides were very helpful, kind and patient, as I am slightly handicapped with walking (utilize walking poles) and deaf in 1 ear. It was a wonderful and educational experience. Thank you.
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Roberthz7575yo
Feb 19, 2026
Great Experience - Our guide was very knowledgeable, pleasant and helpful.
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Pamela
Feb 16, 2026
Great cruise and trek - Great cruise in small boat then trek through wilderness. Found some blue mushrooms and lovely ferns. Guide was awesome
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Dianero5793jf
Feb 3, 2026
Informative and fun - A small group on a rainy day - good fun! A beautiful lake and lovely to see such a large area of protected forest allowing birds and plants to flourish. Chad, our guide, was good fun and extremely knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the walk through the forest learning more about the birds and the plants. The hot drinks were an added bonus and very welcome!
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Guide65740611461
Jan 25, 2026
Carl is a hidden gem - Absolutely amazing tour, was very lucky to have only four of us on the day. Carl was so personable, knowledgeable and passionate about the rainforest and the natural surrounds of the region. Full of depth and knowledge of the ecosystem and protection of this region Truly dedicated guide , thanks again Carl From Peter and Renee
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Jacqueline_h
Jan 19, 2026
Great trip, highly recommend, very informative - Highly recommend this tour, our guide was excellent & so informative. We learned so much about the rainforest, animals, plants & New Zealand in general. Thank you for a great afternoon!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).