Gold Heritage Skippers Canyon Road 4WD Tour from Queenstown
- Travel along New Zealand’s most adventurous road and discover the magic of Skippers Canyon
- Cross the Skippers Suspension bridge that leads to the historic township of Skippers
- Bask in the beauty of Skippers Canyon while having morning/afternoon tea at the restored school house
- Take in the panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and Skippers Canyon
Options
Gold Heritage Skippers Canyon Road 4WD Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers
Morning/Afternoon tea (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cake, and biscuits)
Please read this Risk Disclosure Statement prior to purchase
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Additional Info
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Free for children aged 0-3
This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to proceed and a minimum of 4 during New Zealand public holidays. If the minimum is not met, you will be informed by the operator via email. In case of cancelation, you may request for a full refund or reschedule to an alternative tour date
This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility
This tour could be canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. If canceled, you may book a different date or ask for a refund
Water bottle
Camera
Comfortable shoes and clothes as this tour will involve a fair amount of walking
What's included in Gold Heritage Skippers Canyon Road 4WD Tour from Queenstown
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] pick up. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:15, 13:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Info & Track - Main Pick up Central Queenstown accommodations Pick up time - 08:15,13.30.The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- [Attraction/experience] 4 hour(s), Guided tour, Skippers Road, Please note: The itinerary is for reference only and may be affected by weather and traffic conditions on the day of the tour. Please be patient if any delays occur
- [Return] Shuttle included
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Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s rich gold mining history and natural landscapes in this thrilling tour outside the busy city! Enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Wakatipu Basin and Skippers Canyon. With your very own local guide navigating the narrow roads of Skippers Canyon Road, you will get unrivalled views of the canyon as you travel past Lighthouse Rock. You will cross the historical Skippers Suspension Bridge, one of New Zealand’s highest bridges that was built in 1901. From there onwards you will learn more about the history of the area from your local guide as you explore the restored Skippers Settlement and the historic miner’s road built in 1862. Take a break from all the adventure with a quick pit stop for morning/afternoon tea at the settlement’s schoolhouse. Lastly we will end the tour with a fun gold panning activity in the Shotover River before heading back to Queenstown.
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Venues
- Central Queenstown
