Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour (half day)
Overview
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4 hours
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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.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
What To Expect
Skippers Canyon
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.
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.
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Skippers Canyon
Reviews
181 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Martin C
Martin C,
Mar 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time views were sensational our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable stopped at all the best photo opportunities
An Adventurous 4 wheel drive excursion through the hills in Queenstown.
Steven S,
Feb 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Travelling in a modern Toyota V 8 4 wheel drive vehicle is a great experience. The journey takes the traveller deep into the 'mountains' out of Queenstown. Your experienced driver with a wealth of knowledge, will provide you with an interesting history of the landscape and the gold rush period. Early settlers within the vicinity lived under very harsh conditions in search of gold. Don't forget to take your camera.
Amazing jeep tour
Michele F,
Jan 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great trip into the back country. Nice to get out of city and see the real area. Giv did an amazing job driving, and telling us about this beautiful area.mj
Not to be missed
isaac n,
Dec 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00Interesting beautiful fantastic views first class guide/driver thoroughly enjoyed the day and glad to have taken it
Skipper Canyon 4WD tour was the best!!!
Kylie S,
Sep 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00It was winter wonderland! So beautiful. We were lucky enough to have had powede to play in. Our tour guide Jenny was incredible. Very knowledgeable about the area around us. Herr driving was impeccable. I highly rate this tour with Jenny as your tour guide. Kylie
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