River Run Family Quad Bike Tour

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Highlights & inclusions

Private family quad biking tour 
Off road terrain at The Cardrona
45 minutes from Queenstown or 20 minutes from Wanaka
Perfect for families - no experience necessary!
Experienced, friendly guides
Thrilling journey along the stunning Cardrona River
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$249.00NZD
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to experience

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What you can expect

Looking for an adventure that the whole family can enjoy? Located 45 minutes from Queenstown, The Cardrona offers some of the best quad biking terrain in the area, and the family-friendly River Run tour is no exception. The 1 hour River Run Cardrona quad biking tour is perfect for families with young children, with no experience necessary!

This family friendly Cardrona quad biking tour takes you on a thrilling journey along the stunning Cardrona River, with plenty of opportunities to take in the breathtaking scenery. Weave between the trees, climb hills and navigate through rugged terrain, all while enjoying the thrill of riding a quad bike or 4x4 off road buggy. Your knowledgeable tour guide will provide a fascinating commentary along the way, including pointing out historic remnants from the 1860s Gold Rush.

Don't worry if you've never ridden a quad bike before – the experienced guides at The Cardrona will provide you with all the training and safety equipment you need to enjoy this Queenstown quad biking tour with confidence. And with a range of quad bikes and buggies available to suit riders of all ages and skill levels, there's something for all the family on this exciting adventure. Children aged 6 years plus can drive their own quad bikes. Children under 6yrs, or those who would prefer not to drive your own quad bike, can go with Mum or Dad in a six-seater 4x4 buggy (minimum of 2 passengers required).

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker and create unforgettable memories with the family on the River Run Quad Biking Tour at The Cardrona. With stunning scenery, expert guides and a range of quad bikes and buggies to suit all ages, it's the perfect family-friendly adventure for anyone looking to explore the great outdoors between Queenstown and Wanaka.

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What you need to know

  • One-on-one training for each rider
  • Quad bikes for the whole family
  • Off road buggy on request for children under 6yrs
  • Protective helmet, gloves and goggles
  • Experienced guides
  • Allow 1 hour (allow 3 hrs round trip from Queenstown or 2 hrs from Wanaka)
  • 9:30am
  • Departs from 2125 Cardrona Valley Rd (at the base of Cardrona Alpine Resort)
  • Operates daily all year
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Recent reviews

4.5/5
Based on 2 reviews
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Con Ching

about 2 years ago

The guide is nice. Little boy enjoy the trip much.

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Tammy Messer

over 2 years ago

We had a private tour with our teen kids. Amazing views. Highly recommended!