Skippers Canyon 4WD Adventure

At the start of your thrilling Skippers Canyon 4WD Adventure you will be picked up from your hotel in Queenstown. There are two time slots for this tour – morning and afternoon. Pick the one that suits you best while making your booking.

The Skippers Canyon 4WD tour departs from Queenstown, heading out towards Coronet Peak. As you travel up the mountainside towards the canyon you will stop at The Plane Table to see stunning panoramic views of Wakatipu Basin.

After entering Skippers Canyon you will travel to Lighthouse Rock, where you can enjoy a dramatic lookout over the chasm. Follow in the footsteps of the prospectors of old, as the winding road brings you to the historic Skippers Bridge, which provides a stunning photo opportunity.

After carefully negotiating the bridge, the route continues into the historic township of Skippers. The town was abandoned long ago, but many original buildings still remain and are fun to explore. Indulge in morning or afternoon tea at the restored Skippers Schoolhouse (included in your tour). The Schoolhouse has a fascinating exhibition of photos and artifacts from the early days of the settlement. On a more somber note, you can visit the cemetery, which bears witness to the dangerous life led by the gold prospectors and miners.

On the return journey, stop at Deep Creek where you can immerse yourself in the heritage of the area by turning your hand to a spot of gold panning. Your guide will show you how to do it.

On the way back, you may recognize some of the spectacular Lord of The Rings’ movie locations.

At the end of your thrilling experience, you will be dropped back at your accommodation in Queenstown.