Queenstown · QUEENSTOWN MOTORSPORT & OFF-ROAD DRIVING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 queenstown motorsport & off-road driving worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Queenstown’s 4WD Lord of the Rings tour, with filming sites, Skippers Canyon views, river crossings, gold panning, and tea.
“We had a great time seeing some of the areas of Queenstown and some LOTR sights. The kids especially loved gold panning :)”
Review of Queenstown’s half-day Lord of the Rings 4WD tour, with filming sites, river crossings, gold panning, guide tips, and value advice.
“Fantastic off roading and some picturesque locations . Coffee /Hot Chocolate on top of the cliff . Th guide Jason was amazing”
Ride a 450cc quad through Cardrona Valley, with alpine views, gold-mining sites, a small group, and practical guidance from Wanaka.
“Amazing great time on the quads with Kelly. She was an excellent guide and made the experience so fun and informative. Would have done a second time if we had had the time. Loved it!”
Ride Skippers Canyon’s historic road from Queenstown, cross its famous bridge, pan for gold, and enjoy expert guiding in a small 4WD group.
“It change a little from water views...the canyon is amazing . They should tell us in edvance about mosquitos problem .”
Review of Wanaka’s 4x4 Explorer, combining a Lake Wanaka boat ride, remote mountain drive, gourmet picnic, and small-group guiding.
“It was the perfect day to do this trip! Travelled with my family and 2 year old son. The 4x4 ride up the mountains was the best plus the nice picnic setup while you enjoy the view at peak. Very friendly guides made the trip even more special. Highly recommend!”
Ride private mountain roads above Wānaka on a small-group 4WD safari with alpine walks, red deer, coffee, and Southern Alps views.
“Wonderful day. Great climb up the mountain, plenty of wildlife, good information about the area and a relaxing cup of coffee at the top.”
Ride Skippers Road by 4WD from Queenstown for gold-rush history, soaring views, short walks, and homemade cheese at historic Skippers School.
“This tour was the best thing we did in Queenstown! 5 stars are not enough! Our guide was fantastic, the scenery was mind blowing and the whole trip was lots of fun. Would definitely recommend.”
Explore Queenstown's Lord of the Rings filming sites by 4WD, with costumes, lunch, hot drinks, gold panning, and a six-person group.
“Jen was fun and knew everything! Even if you had not seen any movies, the tour was engaging and interesting and gave you a real sense for the incredible variety of geography in NZ…and at each stop, she showed photo from movies to match precisely where you were. (Tour co. selects lunch site if do all day, would have liked healthier choice.)”
Race German-built Rimo karts on Highlands’ 650-metre Cromwell track, with solo and tandem options, safety gear, and fast family fun.
“Had a great day out here on a work event. The location is stunning. The car and bike museum incredible. The fast car laps awesome. The go carts amazing! The best fun ever, definitely the fastest carts I have ever been in. The mini golf realRead more”
Take a rugged 4WD trip from Queenstown to gold-mining Macetown with a small group, alpine walking, gold panning, lunch, and expert guides.
“Nikol is very good guy ,we experience amazing &’thrill ride. He ride on different way like mountains & second most thrilling part is ride through river, it’s thrilling…….”
Ride a Ferrari or Lamborghini at Highlands Motorsport Park, reaching 225 km/h on a purpose-built track near Queenstown.
“Awesome is all I can say. An amazing experience from start to finish. Recommend this to everyone. Would so do this again”
Explore Lord of the Rings filming sites from Queenstown to Glenorchy by 4WD, with movie props, mountain views, and a local guide.
“Tour guide was lovely. Just lots of driving with little unique info in LOTR stuff.”
Take a 4x4 ride up Mount Burke, cross Lake Wanaka by water taxi, and enjoy a gourmet picnic with big alpine views.
“Amazing! From the boat ride, 4x4, history lesson, views, picnic (I could go on and on) everything was perfect. Book this activity, you absolutely will not regret it.”
Queenstown’s 45-minute Oxbow combo pairs a 100-km/h jet sprint boat with a custom off-road course. Safety gear included.
“Both the 4x4 and the jet boat were both exhilarating and fun. The course for the 4x4 were designed very well.”
Drive seven laps in a Radical SR3 at Highlands Motorsport Park near Queenstown, with race coaching, slick tyres, and Le Mans-style speed.
“Best part was just driving the radical u-drive race car. We also enjoyed the museum. It was informative but was also fun with all the interactive things you could do. Everyone was so friendly as well.”
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