Skippers Canyon 4WD Adventure Tour - Half Day from Queenstown
Overview
Discover one of Queenstown's most spectacular backcountry landscapes on a guided 4WD adventure into Skippers Canyon, travelling the legendary road hand-cut into the cliffs during the Otago gold rush.
Travel towards Coronet Peak with panoramic views across the Whakatipu Basin before entering the canyon. Your experienced guide navigates the narrow, cliff-hugging Skippers Road, stopping at historic gold-mining sites and spectacular viewpoints including Lighthouse Rock and Maori Point.
Hear stories of the miners, settlers and engineering feats that shaped this remote landscape and take in views towards the historic Skippers Suspension Bridge.
On the return journey, try your hand at traditional gold panning, a fitting experience in an area where the Shotover River was once renowned for its rich gold deposits.
What's Included
- View the iconic Skippers Suspension Bridge
- Try gold panning on the gold-rich Shotover River
- Light refreshments (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
- Take in panoramic views of historic gold-mining sites from Māori Point
- Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide
Meeting Location
37 Shotover Street
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be altered or cancelled if conditions are unsafe.
- A minimum of 2 passengers is required to confirm departure. On NZ statutory holidays, a minimum of 4 passengers applies. If minimum numbers are not met, an alternative departure or a full refund will be offered.
- Bring water, camera or phone, sun protection, comfortable shoes and suitable clothing. Dress for changeable mountain weather.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- View the iconic Skippers Suspension Bridge.
- Try gold panning on the gold-rich Shotover River.
- Light refreshments (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies).
- Take in panoramic views of historic gold-mining sites from Māori Point.
- Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Skippers Canyon 4WD Adventure Tour - Half Day from Queenstown is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skippers Canyon 4WD Adventure Tour – Half Day from Queenstown will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- View the iconic Skippers Suspension Bridge
- Try gold panning on the gold-rich Shotover River
- Light refreshments (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
- Take in panoramic views of historic gold-mining sites from Māori Point
- Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be altered or cancelled if conditions are unsafe.
- A minimum of 2 passengers is required to confirm departure. On NZ statutory holidays, a minimum of 4 passengers applies. If minimum numbers are not met, an alternative departure or a full refund will be offered.
- Bring water, camera or phone, sun protection, comfortable shoes and suitable clothing. Dress for changeable mountain weather.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
