SOUTHERN LAKES / THE EXPERIENCE
Off Road Quad Bike Adventure Tour in Franz Josef
BEFORE YOU GO
Your day, at a glance.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Group size
- Up to 14 people
- Guide
- English
- Ages
- 4 and over
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Our take
This is the one our Franz Josef tours page would skip, even though it's well liked. Franz Josef Wilderness Tours runs about 2 hours of riding through rainforest and across shallow rivers, with distant views of the Southern Alps and the glacier. Meet at 30 Main Road 15 minutes early. Wet weather gear, gumboots and a helmet are supplied, and photos are free.
Around 370 reviews average close to 4.9, so people clearly enjoy it. The catch is that the glacier stays in the background, and you can ride a quad bike in plenty of places without one. If you're in Franz Josef for a day, the heli hike, a flight or a lake trip gives you more of what's specific to the West Coast. The listing doesn't state licence or age rules, so ask before booking, and it isn't recommended for back problems or pregnancy.
Good for
- A second or third day here after the glacier trips
- Groups who want something active when the helicopters are grounded
Think twice if
- You have one day in Franz Josef and want the glacier up close
- Back problems or pregnancy, which the listing rules out
Written by Southern Lakes Tours from the listing, traveller reviews and the videos behind our comparison pages. Checked November 2026. How we review tours.
From the operator
Drive a Quad Bike along the ancient glacial pathways of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, carved into the landscape by ice and water over thousands of years. Admire the lush landscape of the dense rainforest and reconnect with Mother Nature.
From the listing by Franz Josef Wilderness Tours on Viator.
What's included
- Gumboots
- Free Photos
- Helmet
- Wet weather gear
Meeting point
Please meet 15 minutes prior to your trip time. We are located on the Main Road, next to The Landing Restaurant in the same building as Glacier Helicopters and Air Safaris.
Where it ends
Please meet 15 minutes prior to your trip time. We are located on the Main Road, next to The Landing Restaurant in the same building as Glacier Helicopters and Air Safaris.
Your Viator voucher confirms the exact spot and time.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How refunds and weather cancellations work is on our booking help page.
How it compares
We compare this tour with the other options on our franz josef glacier tours page, with what each one includes and where it leaves from. How we choose tours.
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