There aren't many places where you can find accessible glaciers in the world and fewer still where they can be found in a rainforest that has an average summer temperature close to 20 degrees Celsius, with almost 2,000 hours of sunshine a year.
The Franz Josef Glacier Walk is the best way to see the glacier without a tour.
The Franz Josef Glacier is a point of interest with a rating of "good". However, the reviewer has noticed a concerning decline in the glacier's size over a relatively short 15-year period. They comment that 15 years ago, visitors could walk on the glacier, but now it has receded to the point where it can only be seen in the distance. This serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of climate change. The reviewer notes the paradoxical situation where one can only see the glacier up close if they fly in, rather than losing themselves trekking on it due to its reduced size. The review was written on November 15, 2023.
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