Franz Josef Ice Climbing

A day packed with adventure and adrenaline highs. Provided with expert tuition and all technical equipment, this is a great way to introduce you to the exhilarating sport of ice-climbing, whilst still enjoying the dramatic scenery and awesome terrain of the Franz Josef Glacier. Your guide will tailor the day to challenge novices and experts alike. No experience necessary!

After being fitted out with all your equipment at our company office, a ten minute bus ride takes you to within 2.5 kilometer (1.5 miles) of the glacier, where you enjoy a short bush walk through regenerating rainforest, regrouping in the glacier valley.

You then proceed to the front of the glacier (2.5 kilometers), with your guide calling stops along the way to explain the unique features of the glacier and glacier valley.

On the glacier you will learn all aspects of ice-climbing using the front points of crampons and two technical ice axes. Secured by a rope attached to your guide you will safely climb on the soaring ice walls, testing your limits and moving on to progressively harder climbs throughout the day.

Schedule details

Franz Josef Ice Climbing

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Departure Time:

• 7:45am

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point

Pricing information

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Additional information

Franz Josef Ice Climbing

Inclusions:

• 7 hour Ice Climbing Tour
• Goretex Jackets, Over-trousers, Woolen hats and gloves, Leather boots, Ice-Talonz
• Souvenir Information Booklet
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Minimum age is 12 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The glacier walks are quite challenging as the glacier is advancing and becoming very steep, and clients need to be fit and able. Refunds will not be available for clients who cannot participate on the day due to inappropriate fitness levels i.e. it is important you are selecting the right trip for your physical fitness ability. Guides reserve the right to curtail or cancel trips for clients whose fitness is not appropriate.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Franz Josef Glacier receives 5 meters of annual rainfall. Refunds will not be available to those clients who decide not to participate because it is raining or because they will get wet feet during the trip.
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Franz Josef Glacier is located approximately 5.5-hours from Christchurch or Queenstown, 4-hours from Wanaka,  2.5-hours from Greymouth.

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