Why choose this Queenstown tour ?
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.
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What makes Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour (Half-Day) a unique experience ?
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.
Tour Description & 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
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
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Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour (Half-Day) Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- 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
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Nomad Safaris.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 148 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• Pickup from central Queenstown accommodations is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur’s Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pick up arrangement and time.