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Tartare Tunnels
Franz Josef, West Coast
Historic gold-mining tunnels with glow-worms, a short walk from town.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A rough 1.5 hour return track leads to hand-dug tunnels from 1897. The tunnels have shallow water and glow-worms, so bring a torch and shoes that can get wet.
Good to know
- Torch and spare shoes
- Fine for kids who like adventure
- Best time
- Evening for glow-worms
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Starts in Franz Josef township
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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