fox glacier hiking trails
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Took a guided tour to the glacier. This meant some informative chat from the guide and an access point not available to lone walkers. Walk was not too strenuous and it was an interesting way to spend an hour or two.
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We rode our hired bikes up to the carpark and then walked to the Glacier. It was raining on and off, so the view wasn't fantastic but still worth seeing. The glacier has a shrunk a lot due to warming and it's quite a way off but you can still see the face of it. We were going to check the other lookout (on the other side of the river) but it was raining too heavily then. I think it has a view from above rather than below, which should be better. It's not tough for us but I think the main track could be a lot better maintained, given the large number of people using it, many with unsuitable footwear.
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I did the walking trail to the glacier, we did this also 15 yrs ago and we can see the difference that in itself was an experience.The dynamic nature of the place is simply awesome, not just the glacier but also the river bed and the mountains on both side of the valley with the numerous waterfalls.
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Said 3 hour return to car park. I stopped for lots of photos and it still only took less than 2. Well maintained paths suitable for any fitness level leave from Fox Glacier village. The walking is by no means challenging, but the rainforest is beautiful. Stop at the historic suspension bridge and do go to the glacier viewing point. Unfortunately, the path to the hut and glacier was closed due to the river being flooded. I booked a helicopter hike to get up to the glacier but that was canceled due to fog and clouds. There is nothing else to do without a car in Fox Glacier, so stay at Franz Joseph if you can. Looked way better as a village.
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So you have seen glaciers on TV and Film but to walk the 4k up to the face is just a life changing experience. With the planet warming, for whatever reason, the ice caps, which include our glaciers, are retreating and dumping their melt water into the sea, raising the sea level. This stunning piece of natural architecture is breathtaking to look at. If you are near, GO THERE.
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Having visited Fox glacier after Franz Josef we found it a little disappointing and quite a tough trek up to viewing the point. Both amazing though!
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Amazing 3 hour trip. The weather was not looking promising but we reported in to the office at 8.50am. The receptionist let us all know that the trip would go ahead as long as the weather held and the pilot was happy to fly. We kitted up and were bussed the short trip to the helipad. Final briefing done and we took off in 4 loads, short waiting times. Our guide was Jake and he clearly knew his geology, glaciology and weather and guided us safely and competently allowing for all levels of fitness. Had a full 3 hours on the ice despite the rain.The only down side is that climate change means the glacier is shrinking dramatically.The company kit you out with waterproofs, boots, gloves and hats but you do need plenty of warm clothing.I would thoroughly recommend a trip.
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Its very pretty to start with and the views are interesting. The current path to the overview is quite a slog uphill to view the (remnants of) the glacier.
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Hurry to the Fox Glacier while it is still available as it is disappearing. No longer can hikers walk tot he glacier but now requires a more costly helicopter ride. But it is well worth it. The guides are well-trained and safety is foremost. This is one of those trips of a lifetime.
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This was awesome to see. Both glaciers are worth seeing, this one you get closer... Major climb/walk to get to, worth it. Bring good shoes, its loose gravel, very steep. See it while you can, melting away every day! :(