Private Skippers Canyon Half-Day 4WD Adventure, Queenstown
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Private Skippers Canyon Half-Day 4WD Adventure, Queenstown
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Private Skippers Canyon Half-Day 4WD Adventure, Queenstown

4 h
Private
Half Day
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Stop At: Skippers Canyon, Skippers Rd, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand

Join Queenstown's most experienced 4x4 guide with a private charter tour exploring the stunning Skippers Canyon. We explore Skippers Canyon, made famous by the 1860's gold rush, via Coronet Peak and the infamous 1889 Skippers Canyon Road which roughly follows the gold-rich Shotover River. This tour offers a genuine 4x4 experience with stunning vistas of the southern high country, incredible views, awe-inspiring photographic opportunities in an isolated and fascinating area.

Departing at 8am and 1pm, this tour provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the Shotover River Canyon and Skippers region up to the 1879 Skippers School house.

Highlights of this half day include:

Dels guiding and his commentary

Opportunity to try gold-panning

Hells and Heavens Gates

Lighthouse Rock

Historic gold mining relics

Shotover River

Major Lord of the Rings locations

Engineering marvel Pinchers Bluff

Traversing Skippers Bridge (1901)

Skippers School (1879)

Skippers Cemetery

and much more..

Duration: 4 hours

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Included
  • Guide with 30 years Skippers Canyon experience
  • Private tour, there will be no other guests, just your party, your trip
  • Private tour means we can be flexible to achieve what you want to do and...
  • Transport by 4WD vehicle, no vans, no cars, no buses
  • Modern 4WD vehicle, great leg room, comfortable leather seats, big viewing...
  • Light refreshments (tea, coffee, chai latte, hot chocolate, and a...
  • Queenstown local area Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • This tour operates year round, rain, hail, snow, sun
  • 4WD Expeditions holds AdventureMark® certification
  • Entry/Admission - Skippers Canyon
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • 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
Features
Original
70%
Tourism
70%
Adrenaline
60%
Sport
45%
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