4x4 Adventure Tours
Jet Boat Tours
Family-friendly Tours
Day Tours
Adventure, History and Beauty – All in One Experience
This action-packed combo captures the very essence of Queenstown—where natural beauty meets unforgettable adventure. From the roar of jet engines to the crunch of gravel under your 4WD tyres, you’ll experience the landscape from every angle. It’s the perfect half-day escape for travellers wanting excitement, history, and scenery all in one.
Round off your journey with a relaxing tea break surrounded by alpine vistas and fresh mountain air. Suitable for all adventure levels, this tour blends heart-pumping fun with local stories and legendary Kiwi hospitality. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, it’s an experience that truly defines Essential Queenstown.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy a scenic jet boat ride along the Dart River
- Take a guided forest walk and a back-country drive through Paradise
- Join a 4WD tour around the Wakatipu Basin with exciting river crossings
- Try your hand at gold panning
WHAT TO BRING
- Wear comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Life jackets are provided for the jet boat, but you may get splashed
- Put on sunscreen before your trip
- Bring your camera for amazing photo opportunities
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Changes to the Tour Itinerary
Your safety always comes first. Sometimes we may need to change the tour plan because of things we cannot control, such as high water levels or bad road conditions. This could mean we cannot cross rivers or use some roads, including the full length of Skippers Canyon Road. When you book, please be aware that these changes may happen. You can also read our full weather cancellation policy for more details.
AGE INFORMATION
- Adults: 15 years and over: Full adult fare applies.
- Children: 4–14 years: Travel at a discounted child rate.
- Infants: 0–3 years: Travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
- More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund**.
- Within 24 hours: No refund
Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees, which are non-refundable.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
