Queenstown Snowmobile Tour
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August 2026
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What you can expect
The ultimate, thrilling and unforgettable snow adventure!
This is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown. Your journey starts with a scenic helicopter flight directly across the stunning Remarkables Mountain Range, over the Hector Mountains before reaching the base camp in the Nevis River Valley.
Here you will get suited and booted for your amazing adventure with coveralls, a helmet, gloves and boots. You'll be briefed on safely riding and controlling your snowmobile before climbing aboard the snowmobile to feel the rev of the engine! Everyone will have the chance to try them out and become familiar before departing in convoy. Your qualified guide will take you on an epic 1.5 hour snowmobile adventure across the Garvie range, which is the most inland mountain range in New Zealand. You'll be in complete awe of the surrounding areas throughout the duration of your entire trip and will have the opportunity to stop and check out the breathtaking views across to Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring National Park and even down to Stewart Island on a clear day.
Location
What you need to know
- Scenic helicopter transfers
- Up to 1.5 hours of snowmobiling
- Photo stops to capture the spectacular landscape
- Complimentary transfers from central Queenstown accommodation
- Allow 2.5 hours
- 9am, 11:30am & 2pm
- Operates during winter months only (Jun-Sep)
- Pick up from your Queenstown accommodation
- Operates daily
- Do Queenstown snowmobiles run in October? Queenstown snowmobiles operate during the winter season, typically from June to August, with some tours occasionally running into early September depending on snow conditions. It is unlikely that Queenstown snow mobile tours will run in October due to limited snow.
- When is the best time to do Queenstown snowmobiles? The best time to experience Queenstown snowmobiles is during peak winter months, from June through August, when snow conditions are at their most reliable.
- Can two people ride on one snowmobile in Queenstown? Yes, on some Queenstown snow mobile tours it is possible to ride with a passenger on the same snowmobile. This can usually be arranged on request, depending on availability and conditions.
- No previous experience needed
- Maximum of 6 passengers per trip
- Take advantage of the complimentary central Queenstown transfers or make your own way to 35 Lucas Place, Frankton. There is free parking for customers.
- Operates during winter (June - September), providing there is sufficient snow
- Bring warm clothing including windproof Jacket and pants, warm gloves, sunglasses or goggles, sunscreen and camera
- Children aged 6 - 14 years must travel with a responsible adult and ride as a pillion (passenger) on the snowmobiles
