Skippers Canyon Four Wheel Drive Tour
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August 2026
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Wonderful experience with an experienced driver. We had a wonderful morning with Roger. A bit of snow made the trip more exciting. Narrow, bumpy and a long way up but truely worth the money.
It was awesome recommended it!!
What you can expect
Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour
Nomad Safaris offers a guided half-day 4WD heritage tour into the historic Skippers Canyon, following accessible sections of the legendary Skippers Road. Hand-built during the Otago gold rush and carved into the cliffs above the Shotover River, this remarkable route showcases one of the region’s most dramatic landscapes.
Travelling in purpose-built 4WD vehicles, your experienced local guide navigates this awe-inspiring canyon while sharing stories of the pioneers and miners who once lived and worked here. Along the way, you will visit key historic sites and scenic viewpoints, including views of the iconic Skippers Suspension Bridge, and gain insight into the challenging conditions faced by early settlers in this remote environment. This engaging and scenic adventure is suitable for families.
Location
What you need to know
- Four-hour Skippers Canyon 4WD tour
- Pick up and drop off in central Queenstown
- Fully equipped four-wheel-drive vehicle
- Small group sizes
- Light refreshments
- Gold panning in the Shotover River
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Allow 4 hours round trip from Queenstown
- 8:15am & 1:30pm
- Pick up from your hotel or central Queenstown
- Operates daily all year
- Is the Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown suitable for pregnant women? The Macetown and Skippers Canyon tours are not really suitable for pregnant women as they are quite bumpy at times and you move around a bit in the back of the vehicle. But the Glenorchy Lord of the Rings tour would be more acceptable for pregnant women, as its a really smooth ride without much off road
- What age group is the Skippers Canyon 4WD Tour from Queenstown suitable for? The four wheel drive tours in Queenstown do not have an age restriction and in fact, kids under 5 travel for free.
- We are travelling as a family, can we book a private charter option for the Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown? You certainly can book a private charter for the half day Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown. Simply select the private charter option when booking. We recommend booking this well in advance so you don't miss out.
- Is the Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown suitable for pregnant women? The Macetown and Skippers Canyon tours are not really suitable for pregnant women as they are quite bumpy at times and you move around a bit in the back of the vehicle. But the Glenorchy Lord of the Rings tour would be more acceptable for pregnant women, as its a really smooth ride without much off road.
- All trips include gold panning
- Private charters are available
- Wear sturdy shoes and bring a warm top, we stop for morning or afternoon tea, coffee & biscuits
- Don't forget your camera!
- If you're looking for a Lord of the Rings experience, check out the Safari of the Scenes instead
Recent reviews
Wonderful experience with an experienced driver. We had a wonderful morning with Roger. A bit of snow made the trip more exciting. Narrow, bumpy and a long way up but truely worth the money.
It was expensive for what it delivers. Great views and scenery
It was awesome recommended it!!
