Skippers Canyon 4WD Heritage Tour from Queenstown
Take a scenic half-day 4WD tour into historic Skippers Canyon from Queenstown. Travel the legendary Skippers Road, hand-built during the Otago gold rush and carved into the cliffs above the Shotover River. Depart Queenstown toward Coronet Peak before descending into the canyon, with expansive views across the Wakatipu Basin. Visit Lighthouse Rock lookout, stop at historic mining sites, and enjoy photo opportunities including views of the Skippers Suspension Bridge. Morning or afternoon tea is included. On the return journey, try traditional gold panning at Deep Creek. Please note: access over Skippers Bridge is currently closed due to long-term maintenance and safety works, the school house and cemetery is unavailable we offer alternate additional scenic and historical stops.
What’s included
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers
Morning/Afternoon tea (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cake, and biscuits)
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Not included
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
4hr Duration
Please select a tour date
Join in group
Eligibility
- 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
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Travel one of New Zealand’s most dramatic and historic roads
View the iconic Skippers Suspension Bridge
Try gold panning on the gold-rich Shotover River
Take in panoramic views of historic gold-mining sites from Māori Point
[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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Additional information
Prohibitions & Limitations
- 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 What to bring
- Water bottle
- Camera What to wear
- Comfortable shoes and clothes as this tour will involve some walking
Hotel pick up
Pick-up information
Hotel pick-up information
- Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance
- Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
- Please select your preferred pick up location at checkout
- No refunds will be given for no-shows and latecomers