The Franz Josef Glacier, known in Māori as Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere and officially as Franz Josef Glacier, is a magnificent 12-kilometer-long temperate maritime glacier nestled within the Westland Tai Poutini National Park on the captivating West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Its icy expanse and stunning surroundings make it a natural wonder that beckons adventurers and nature enthusiasts from around the world.
