Queenstown's Ultimate Off-Road Experience
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Queenstown's Ultimate Off-Road Experience
By Off Road Expeditions
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The best way over half a day to capture the highlights of this region’s stunning scenery and showcase why this place is an adventurer’s paradise. The beauty in this unique itinerary is the combination of sightseeing and straight out adventure all in one action packed afternoon. Starting in our Landcruiser’s and the capable hands of experienced local guides you will get very personalised tour to visit world famous areas like Skippers Canyon and Arrowtown followed by multiple river crossings up the Arrow River to experience a Lord of the Rings movie location and try your hand gold panning in hopes of taking home some gold.
We then take it up a level when you strap in and drive, or be passenger with the guide, our top of the range sports buggies around our exclusive off-road playground through the hills and forests overlooking Queenstown. These forest trails have been designed to thrill and reward with breath taking views only a lucky few get to sample.
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Ages 4-80
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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- Wet weather gear provided if needed for buggies.
- Your own guide
- Professional guides
- Entry/Admission - Arrow River
- Entry/Admission - Queenstown
- Start:
- 61A Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New ZealandPlease arrive at 61a Shotover Street 15 minutes before your tour departure time Thank you for booking with us!
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18273P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18273P3
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- 61A Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300, New ZealandPlease arrive at 61a Shotover Street 15 minutes before your tour departure time Thank you for booking with us!
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- laceym5680 contributionsAmazingMy partner and I decided to last minute book this experience. Little did we know it was going to be the best fun! Both Scott and Stefan were great tour guides, showing us what wonderful views Queenstown has to offer and sharing the rich history behind its flora and fauna. Felt super safe and comfortable driving the buggy too with their pre training. Would do this again and againWritten January 6, 2025
- jeremyi7420 contributionsGreat fun. Well priced. A gem.Brilliant time. From the get go the customer experience was great, lovely guys at the shop in town and was fortunate to have Dennis as our guide. My inner revhead loved it all, as did our tweenagers. Not too intimidating for a first time buggy novice. Views were staggering and the explanation of the history of the region by Dennis and his love for it all was great. Next time I'd do it again or one of their other longer tours. Thanks team for a cracking time!Written December 30, 2024
- derekhJ6338OA0 contributions4 Wheel Adventure with Great Histiey Lessons!Fantastic off roading adventure and the tour guides were fantastic with great local knowledge and history. Diego and Olly were also great teachers with a great emphasis on safety. highly recommended.Written December 28, 2024
- StephenChan6240 contributionsWhat a wonderful day with Off Road AdventuresWhat a wonderful day with Scott while we joined the self-drive 4WD Buggy in Queenstown. Awesome experience guided by his professional techniques, I’d love to share the buggy is easy to handle. We feel safe, comfortable and of cause excited in the whole journey. If you visit Queenstown and looking for some excited activity, I highly recommend you to join with the Off Road Adventures team. Thank you again to offering us a private tour and the nice pic.Written November 23, 2024
- tomlL3831EO0 contributionsGreat, fun tour!Thoroughly amazing Challenger Self Drive Guided Buggy Tour with Diego - an expert instructor! Never did this kind of driving before and we were surprised how awesome an experience it was. Diego's instruction and guidance made it a fun, exhilarating, personalised experience for everyone. Also, some very thoughtfully scenic stops during the tour where photos could be taken. Thank you!!! Thoroughly recommended!Written August 25, 2024
- Brooke J0 contributionsDefinitely recommendI took my daughter 14 and wife 30 on this tour and they loved it! I obviously enjoyed driving the tour and giving them a fright at times haha, the staff were awesome and the amount of terrain you cover in the time on tour was amazing very versatile buggies with some epic views at the topWritten July 12, 2024
- U7006XFcraigl0 contributionsBEST DAY EVER!!Everything about this self drive was amazing. And Diego, our guide, was awesome. It was well organised. The buggy was great. The views were awesome. Thank you so much.Written April 23, 2024
- lisarH4213YD0 contributionsMust Do Queenstown!! Such Good FunWhat an absolute blast, this adventure is such good fun, so glad I booked it, definitely a must do when heading to Queenstown, the views are stunning, and to Dennis the owner and our guide for the tour you are a true legend with wonderful staff and offering a great experience, we salute you !!Written March 25, 2024
- arlenet9050 contributionsBest experienceThis was amazing well worth it! The views, the challenge, the fun going up the tracks, and the host Diego who chaperoned us up the mountain to see amazing views of Queenstown, ALL was amazing and would do it all over again 😀Written March 22, 2024
- ronjuliusc0 contributionsFun AdventureWhat a fun, awesome time! Would highly recommend not missing this. Great views from the trails, a bit of an adventure and a lot of fun. Staff leading the group was excellent.Written February 28, 2024
- JuliaR8470 contributionsYou have to do !!!Great fun !!!! Would highly recommend it !!! Sam was a fantastic safe guide who gave good clear instructions to give me confidence to drive the terrain. Got the heart pumping but not enough to give me a heart attack 😁 scenery was beautiful with lots photo opportunities!!Written February 18, 2024
- GENERAL_MANAGER_DB0 contributionsLots of fun no matter what the weather conditionsLots of fun, great views of Queenstown at the top. Sam our guide was very helpful, fun and read our level of experience well.Written February 18, 2024
- ell_pollutro0 contributionsFun & exciting tour if you have a spare morning in Queenstown!!Great activity to do in Queenstown!! If you have a spare 2 hours we would highly recommend. Driving through the Queenstown Mountains was amazing & the views were awesome. Our guide Diego was very friendly and made the experience one to remember.Written February 17, 2024
- Sparkarelli0 contributions90 minutes of mud, water, views, laughs & simply outright fun!Booked the buggy - family of 5 - 1 son went with Diego the guide. He loved it! - We loved it! (other kids 7 & 13) The buggies are amazing - so capable and very easy to drive. We did a lot of activities in QT & this is one we said we'd come back again without hesitation. 90 minutes of mud, water, views, laughs & simply outright fun! Team are great - don't hesitate!Written January 22, 2024
- Discover021746180930 contributionsBest thing in QT4x4 buggy off road was absolutely THE BEST thing to do in QT hands down. 10/10 for all ages and driving ability. We also did their ATV quad tour and that was fantastic too. Nice friendly staff and family owned business. Im definitely coming bk down to do this again!!Written January 20, 2024
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Lyn C
Auckland, New Zealand3 contributions
Feb 2021
An amazing trip through Skippers Canyon - Scott was our host/driver and his knowledge and enthusiasm for this unbelievable environment was outstanding. It is wonderful to listen to the history of the region of Skippers and Queenstown and the general surrounding areas. He knew all of the best photo opportunities. This trip is not for the faint hearted as the road is challenging but Scott’s skill definitely put us at ease. We had an awesome time and recommend this as a must do when in this region. It is refreshing to see such passion for our very special country.
Written February 8, 2021
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Thank you for sharing your experience! It sounds like you had an amazing time with Scott as your guide through Skippers Canyon. It's great to hear that he was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the area, and was able to provide interesting information and point out the best photo opportunities. It's also good to know that he made you feel safe on the challenging road. Thank you for recommending this trip as a must-do in the region, and for appreciating Scott's passion for New Zealand.
Written April 2, 2023
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HJ1946
Udaipur, India10 contributions
Dec 2020 • Business
Awesome day out for works xmas party! One of the best days we've had. So much fun, spectacular views and fab guides! Highly recommend this as a unique experience. Thanks to Scott, Dennis and the gang!
Written December 12, 2020
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Glad to hear that you had an awesome day out for your work Christmas party! It sounds like the spectacular views and fun guides made for a unique and memorable experience. Thanks for recommending it and giving a shoutout to Scott, Dennis, and the team!
Written April 2, 2023
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Julie F
Perth, UK8 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
Great ride. Challenging and fun off road circuit for any driver. Great views of Queenstown. Good varied route, climbed steep inclines and fun downhill routes. Diego the guide was helpful and informative making the ride, safe and fun.
Written February 19, 2024
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Thrilled to hear you had a great ride! The challenging and fun off-road circuit, along with the varied route, steep inclines, and downhill tracks. Kudos to Diego!
Written February 21, 2024
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Christian
Nashville, TN1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Family
This was so fun that we had to go back again the next day.
Went with my gf during a trip, and we both are pretty novice. Some quad bike experience3 during out childhood was our only background. But these guys will take care of you and help you have fun at your level.
On our second day they thought my gf was being hilariously excited. We also drove safely and capably on the first day. So when we went back, they took us on a way more challenging tour.
You should really book a tour, this was the highlight of our New Zealand vacation.
BTW my gf wants to buy a side-by-side now
Went with my gf during a trip, and we both are pretty novice. Some quad bike experience3 during out childhood was our only background. But these guys will take care of you and help you have fun at your level.
On our second day they thought my gf was being hilariously excited. We also drove safely and capably on the first day. So when we went back, they took us on a way more challenging tour.
You should really book a tour, this was the highlight of our New Zealand vacation.
BTW my gf wants to buy a side-by-side now
Written August 10, 2023
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What a review!!!!
Thanks for the incredible review & we'll be sure to hit up everyone to make sure the girlfriends give it a go!
So glad we we're a highlight of your holiday!
Written August 12, 2023
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Adam B
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Solo
Great time! Had unbelievable tracks, no pressure, guide Scott was comfortable to hang out with and very knowledgeable. Would recommend to all my mates
Written October 10, 2024
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Cheers for the fantastic review! Stoked to hear you had a blast and enjoyed the tracks. Scott’s a legend—glad he made the experience laid-back and fun for you.
Written October 11, 2024
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Raylene M
1 contribution
Apr 2021
Awesome experience, definitely worth a go. We did the self drive 2 man buggy with Ryan as our guide. Excellent, primo scenery, heaps of fun!! Would highly recommend
Written April 26, 2021
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Glad to hear that you had an awesome experience on the self-drive buggy tour with Ryan as your guide! It's great that you enjoyed the primo scenery and had heaps of fun. Thank you for recommending the tour to others!
Written April 2, 2023
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Megha
2 contributions
Dec 2019
Our family of 6 - Husband, 3 kids (from 13 to 4years old) and Grandma had a great day out with Scott. Beautiful scenery, some roller-coasterish moments, and great laughs! Highly recommend this experience!
Written January 14, 2020
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Mau
Queenstown, New Zealand3 contributions
Dec 2019
Offered this adventure to my dad visiting for holidays. We were not expecting having so much fun !! Scott took us for a tour and he was awesome. Gave advices and tips to my dad who is passionated, but also talked about Queenstown history !!! And we have cool pictures for memory and good laugh !!! FULLY recommended if you want to have Fun and Discover! Perfect for family , friends or by yourself !!!
Written December 18, 2019
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Michael F
2 contributions
Aug 2019
Fun, independent activity - surprisingly rugged and fast tour (if group capable). Thoroughly recommend - even if you want something highly adventurous
Written August 12, 2019
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Angus H
Sydney, Australia4 contributions
Thanks Scott for an absolutely awesome arvo on the buggies. The quick break in the middle to shoot some clay stopped it off. If your sharing drivers the 2nd half of the drive was incredible....
Written August 8, 2019
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