Macetown 4WD Tour from Queenstown


4 hours 30 minutes
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 4
Mobile ticket

Overview

A real 4WD off road adventure which explores the historic gold mining town of Macetown. This ghost town from the gold rush era is now a Department of Conservation reserve, accessible only by 4WD. The road winds from river level to high above the Arrow Gorge, offering over 25 river crossings en route, ever changing views, and the chance to gold pan in the Arrow River.

Inclusions

  • Transport by 4WD vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
  • 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.

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Arrow River, Queenstown New Zealand

Follow the miners’ old wagon trail and explore the historic gold mining town of Macetown. Long since abandoned after the gold rush, Macetown has now been transformed into a Department of Conservation reserve. Experience the narrow, rugged road in safety with a Nomad Safaris tour.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Nomad Safaris, 37 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300 New Zealand

Follow the miners’ old wagon trail and explore the historic gold mining town of Macetown. Long since abandoned after the gold rush, Macetown has now been transformed into a Department of Conservation reserve. Experience the narrow, rugged road in safety with a Nomad Safaris tour.

Stop At: Macetown, New Zealand

Follow the miners’ old wagon trail and explore the historic gold mining town of Macetown. Long since abandoned after the gold rush, Macetown has now been transformed into a Department of Conservation reserve. Experience the narrow, rugged road in safety with a Nomad Safaris tour.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Arrowtown Chinese Settlement, Buckingham Street, Arrowtown New Zealand

Follow the miners’ old wagon trail and explore the historic gold mining town of Macetown. Long since abandoned after the gold rush, Macetown has now been transformed into a Department of Conservation reserve. Experience the narrow, rugged road in safety with a Nomad Safaris tour.

Duration: 15 minutes

Additional information

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • 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
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
ChristineE44
June 2021

Awesome experience, very memorable, would highly recommend it. Some parts are mildly terrifying and reminiscent of a roller coaster ride, but we always felt totally safe in the skilled and capable hands of our guide Jenny. We all enjoyed the commentary and conversations, and learned a lot of th...

Neilfwdc
May 2021

Peter gave us a great experience he went the extra mile to make it a fun day .A really good time had by all

MaryJaneS10
May 2021

Pete gave us a day to remember! We were super happy with the gold nugget he found & let us keep..can retire now thanks to him! His photo skills were better then mine, tea miking better then my grans & local quiz night recommendation an added bonus. Give that man a call for your guided tour.....

BRUZA008
April 2021

Jenny was amazing very knowledgeable and not a dull moment at any time. make sure you strap in as this can be as exciting as a rollercoaster loved every minute and recommend to all

TamaraPB
May 2021

Bloody bumpy ride but definitely one to tick off your bucket list. The guide Andre was the best guide we have ever had. Told us a million stories and was happy to help my husband with the drone shooting. He went wherever my husband wanted (safely Ofcourse) and gave him tips on where to take the b...

N8677SEandrews
April 2021

Going through the river crossing and the expertise of Peter the driver, made it an outstanding trip.

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