The Star: March 28, 2019

GETAWAY TO THE WEST COAST
Glacier offers spectacular
experiences with
experienced guides
One of the most breathtaking and
memorable experiences to be enjoyed on
the stunning West Coast is a guided glacier
walk on the world-famous Fox Glacier, or
Te Moeka o Tuawe – its Maori name.
It is the largest of the West Coast glaciers
and the most experienced glacier guiding
company, Fox Glacier Guiding, says they
feel privileged to be able to showcase
the area to their visitors. Guiding first
started in 1928, and years of accumulated
experience and knowledge means that Fox
Glacier Guiding are able to guide visitors
with complete confidence.
Their experiential offering is the widest
range available in the region from valley
walking, half- and full-day heli-hiking, ice
climbing or the seasonal high guided day or
overnight options in the mountains. Their
core product, the Flying Fox: Heli Hike
operates on the Victoria Flat area, only 800
Overlooking picturesque Lake Brunner,
Hotel Lake Brunner was originally
constructed in the 1930s. The historic
building, which was recently renovated,
has been providing famous West Coast
hospitality for many years. The new
accommodation complex offers two-storey
apartments, studio suites, family motels
and dorm beds, all with magnificent views
of the lake and surrounding mountains.
The hotel’s Kingfisher Restaurant and Bar
provides all-day dining with an extensive
menu. Enjoy New Zealand fine wines and
craft beers on the sun deck overlooking
the majestic views of Lake Brunner and Te
Kinga mountain surrounded in rain forest.
On a cooler day enjoy the roar of the fire
while seated in their lounge bar. Take-out
is offered with a picnic on the lake shore or
you can grab a coffee to go.
Lake Brunner offers a range of activities
from paddle boarding, kayaking and
swimming to trout fishing and walking.
View the glow worm dell, cross the swing
bridge and listen to the bird song. Book a
fishing safari or scenic boat tour to really
experience this pre-historic glacier lake.
While visiting this untamed natural
metres above sea level.
The Extreme Fox: All Day Heli Hike is
a freestyle day for the adventurous, which
uses technical equipment to move around
the spectacular upper icefall. Starting with
a scenic overflight, the scene is set even
before you set foot on the glacier.
The Fox it Up: Heli Ice Climbing trip is a
tailor made trip designed for both novices
and experienced climbers. Challenge
yourself and experience that huge sense of
achievement afterglow.
The Browne Fox: Chancellor Dome
Day and Overnight Fox Heli Trek’s are an
enjoyable time in the mountains during
which you stop for lunch and to enjoy the
sensational views of the huge expanse of
the Fox Glacier neve and the surrounding
Southern Alps.
To book for one of these unforgettable
glacier adventures, phone 0800 111 600.
Lake-view rooms and
lots to explore
wilderness go with the experts to find the
hidden gems. Explore West Coast offers a
professional, quality tour service giving you
a chance to explore the untamed natural
wilderness of the West Coast region. Scenic
tours of Punakaiki Blow Holes and Pancake
Rocks, Lake Brunner, Hokitika Gorge
and the Glaciers are available, along with
heritage, wildlife and tailored tours to suit
your interests. Track transfers are available
for Paparoa Great Walk and other local
tracks.
Explore the untamed, natural wilderness
at the Heart of the West Coast with the
local experts.
The The Star Star Thursday March 28 14 2019
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