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Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier village is in "Glacier Country" on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. Tucked discreetly into the rainforest-clad foothills of the Southern Alps, it has a stunning outlook across surrounding farms and offers breathtaking views of New Zealand’s two highest peaks, Aoraki/Mt Cook and Mt Tasman. The tiny township was founded from a gold strike which soon petered out, and it now mostly serves as a base for visitors to its large icy namesake. There's a quiet, intimate village atmosphere compared to the other glacier town, Franz Josef.

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4 places match

  1. Eat

    Cafe Neve

    One of the cheaper eateries in Fox Glacier. Has pizzas as daily specials.

  2. Eat

    Cook Saddle Cafe and Saloon

    Decorated as a rustic cabin with old antiques and paraphernalia, and even a fireplace. Serves both lunch and dinner indoors or out. Family friendly and full of local history.

  3. Eat

    Fox Glacier Guiding Cafe

    A convenient stop before early morning guided hikes. Serves breakfast and lunch daily. Offer a range of homemade deli style food.

    7:30AM-4PM

  4. Eat

    Lake Matheson Cafe

    Coffee, and during the busy season, breakfast; dinner is on blackboard menus and change to suit seasonal ingredients. Deli style sandwiches, cakes, pies, cookies and salads with all products made on site. Great views of Mt Cook and Mt Tasman.

    Nov–Mar: daily 7:30AM-late; Apr–Oct 8AM-4PM