Lake Gault is a spectacular lake offering sublime views of Aoraki Mount Cook and the surrounding mountain range. In the right conditions it provides a perfect mirror image in the water. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk to get there, plus the conditions you need to get that crystal clear reflection.

The view from the top of the Okarito Trig Walk is sensational. Not only do you get to see a vast mountain panorama, including Mount Cook and Franz Josef Glacier, you also see three beaches and the beautiful lagoon. We’re sharing tips for the trail including difficulty and track conditions.

Franz Josef is one of New Zealand’s dream destinations. The scenery is incredibly dramatic and there is much more on offer here than just the glacier alone. We’re sharing all the best things to do in Franz Josef, from an electric blue gorge, to epic swing bridges, magical glow worm colonies, glacier hiking, hot springs and more.

If you’re looking at taking on one of Franz Josef’s best hikes, you’re probably weighing up Alex Knob and Roberts Point. We’re comparing both trails based on scenery, difficulty, track conditions and more to help you choose which is the best hike for you.

The Roberts Point Track is one of the best hikes on the West Coast. The view of Franz Josef Glacier is phenomenal and there are several amazing swing bridges, and even a floating staircase. It does involve some scrambling and we detail that as well as everything else you need to know about difficulty and the terrain in this guide.

Lake Matheson is one of the most beautiful lakes in New Zealand. Time it right and you will be treated to a mirror image of Aoraki Mount Cook and the surrounding snow-capped peaks in the water. However, not all viewpoints are created equal and the reflection doesn’t always look like the pictures. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan the perfect trip to Lake Matheson.

The Alex Knob Track offers one of the best views of Franz Josef Glacier in the whole area, not to mention the incredible mountain range surrounding it. You have to earn the view though with a relatively long hike up to the viewpoint. We’re sharing everything you need to know, including difficulty and track conditions, as well as shorter options which still have great views.

The Galway Beach Track has a bit of everything; wild and remote beaches, sensational mountain views, gorgeous forest and a bit of gold mining history too. It’s an easy walk and not very well known so you’ll likely get it all to yourself, but this being the West Coast you’ll find the track can get a bit muddy. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk.

Callery Gorge is spectacular, with electric blue water that has to be seen to be believed. It’s an easy walk to reach, yet it still remains relatively unknown. It’s one walk in Franz Josef you do not want to miss! We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk, including un-signposted viewpoints.

The Tatare Tunnels Walk is a lot of fun. You can explore the old mining tunnel which is also home to one of Franz’s Josefs glow worm colonies! The trail is easy and takes you through a beautiful stretch of forest. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the walk.

The Minnehaha Walk is one of Fox Glacier’s must do’s, by day and by night! By day you’ll enter a glorious mossy forest which feels like it’s straight from a fairytale. By night, it’s home to a magical glow worm colony. We’re sharing exactly what to expect, including how to find the glow worms.