Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour (half day)

4.9
(192 reviews)

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Half-day heritage tour that follows the rugged and once treacherous Skippers Road. Travel the road that was hacked by hand into the sheer cliff sides of the Shotover River Valley. As your experienced guide navigates the awe-inspiring canyon, you can relax and enjoy numerous historic sites along the journey, including a century old suspension bridge and the township of Skippers. Gain an insight into the local heritage through photos and relics in the restored schoolhouse before trying your hand at gold panning.

What's Included

Light refreshments (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
Gold panning
Selected Queenstown Hotel pickup and drop-off （Surrounding suburbs, Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others, by arrangement only
Transport by 4WD vehicle with your driver/guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Pick up is from Info & Track, 37 Shotover Street. We may be able to offer pick up from your accomodation in central Queenstown, however please contact us on 034426699 to confirm.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Travel along the rugged and treacherous Skippers road. As your guide navigates along this awe-inspiring canyon you will visit many historic sites such as the historic Skippers suspension bridge and the historic township of Skippers.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Visit the restored school house where you will gain a real insight into the local heritage through photos and histories of life in this tough environment.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Supplied by Nomad Safaris

Tags

Half-day Tours
4WD Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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