Highlights
- The original Queenstown off road adventure company
- Custom private charter itineraries
- Family run company with local and knowledgeable guides
- Multiple locations for tours in Wakatipu basin or Glenorchy
Description
To see the real Queenstown and its hidden gems you'll need to head off the highway and take the back roads on a 4x4 tour to discover a part of Queenstown you never even knew existed. Join Off Road 4x4 Queenstown four wheel drive tours and discover scenery captured on film for the Lord of the Rings. Maybe you're a wine connoisseur or simply looking to take in the beauty of the local region, we have a tour to suit you!
With friendly, knowledgeable and local guides, you will learn all about the local area and its rich history in a private group as your experienced driver navigates the off road terrain.
Private Charters
Discover the history of Queenstown, beautiful backcountry and filming locations on a 4 hour Wakatipu or Glenorchy 4x4 guided tour, or a bespoke tour to suit your interests! A private charter with Off Road is the ideal option for people travelling in groups or with younger children. Please see example itineraries below.
Lord of the Rings - Wakatipu Discovery of the Rings
Experience Middle Earth on this tailor-made trip for LOTR buffs! Your driver will take you through chapters of the trilogy's backdrops including locations such as the White Mountains, Minas Tirith, Pillars of the Kings, Gladden Fields and Exodus of Edoras to name a few. With the off road vehicles, you will discover the directors favourite hidden spots as your guide provides you with stories on the movies as well as commentary on the areas you are visiting. Even if you aren't a LOTR fan you will be astounded by the scenery of the Wakatipu Basin. As well as visiting these movie spots you will have the chance to see Arrowtown Village, stop at the Remarkables mountains viewpoint, cross Arrow River's multiple rivers and enjoy a short journey down Skippers Canyon.
Lord of the Rings - Glenorchy Discovery of the Rings
This tour starts with a jaw dropping journey along Lake Wakatipu to the tip of the lake where you will find the small township of Glenorchy. Pass through the sleepy town of Glenorchy to the aptly named "Paradise" for a picnic lunch with a backdrop of glacial lakes, ancient forest and mountain peaks from the LOTR trilogy. During the trip, you will experience LOTR and the Hobbit locations including Isengard, Lothlorien Forests, Ithilien Camp, Amon Hen and Misty Mountains as well as locations used for the movies Narnia and Wolverine.
Trip Includes
- Return transfers from central Queenstown accommodation
- Personalised private 4WD tour (max 11 per vehicle)
- Guaranteed forward facing window seats
- Informative & knowledgeable commentary from local guides
Duration
- Allow 4 hrs round trip from Queenstown
Departures
- 8.15am & 1.15pm
- Pick up from your hotel or central Queenstown
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- All vehicles are fitted with forward facing seats to give you the best views
- Wear sturdy shoes & appropriate clothing for weather conditions
- Don't forget your camera!
- For an action packed experience check out Off Road Adventures Quad Biking tours
Normal Retail Price
- 4x4 Half Day Private Charter:
- up to 6 passengers NZD$1298.00
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All prices shown in NZD$.
There is no age limit as such for the Four Wheel Drive & Lord of the Rings in Queenstown. However, the recommended minimum age is 5 years and child seats can be provided
Comment by: etg on 2nd Apr 22 at 16:49