Macetown 4WD Adventure – Full Day Guided Tour from Queenstown

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Macetown 4WD Adventure – Full Day Guided Tour from Queenstown

By Nomad Safaris

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Overview

Step into the past on this thrilling full-day 4x4 off-road journey to Macetown – a remote gold mining settlement hidden deep in Queenstown’s backcountry. Follow the rugged Arrow River trail, crossing its waters 25 times in each direction, as you encounter dramatic landscapes, historic relics, and the legacy of Otago’s 1860s gold rush.

Perfect for adventurous travellers, photographers, history buffs, and families, this is no ordinary road trip – it’s a true off-road expedition. Expert guides take you along the narrow miners’ wagon trail once used by gold prospectors, deep into the mountains behind Arrowtown. With 50 river crossings, 90 minute walk, picnic lunch, relics, and lupin-filled valleys in spring and summer, every moment offers something new. Hear tales of pioneer hardship, colourful gold rush characters, and the rise and fall of the once-thriving township, with immersive storytelling and countless photo-worthy scenes along the way.

Activity location

Arrowtown Village
- Buckingham Street,
- 9302, Arrowtown, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

37 Shotover Street
- 37 Shotover Street
- 9300, Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

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Macetown 4WD Adventure – Full Day Guided Tour from Queenstown

9h
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:30am

Price details

$360.87 x 1 Adult$360.87

Total

Until Mon, Oct 27

What's included, what's not

Entrance fee covered for the Lakes District Museum
A selection of fresh filled rolls, fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages.
Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
Driver/guide
Pickup from central Queenstown accommodations is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pick up arrangement and time.
Transport by 4WD vehicle

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions unless the river is too high. Dress appropriately for comfort and the 90 minute walk.
Minimum numbers apply (min 2 per tour for confirmed departure, min 4 on NZ public holidays). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Activity itinerary

Arrowtown Village

Enjoy the scenic drive from Queenstown to the quaint historic Arrowtown Village.

Lakes District Museum & Art Gallery

30m
Admission ticket included

Explore the Museum with a brief visit and experience the history of the Gold Mining era.

Macetown

Arrive at Macetown for a picnic lunch and relic exploration while soaking up the backcountry views.

Macetown

1h 30m

Walk for 90 minutes return through wild alpine terrain to the towering, four-story Homeward Bound Battery - a powerful remnant of gold mining ingenuity

Arrowtown

Try your luck at gold panning in the Arrow River with hands-on instruction.

Arrow River

Follow the miners’ old wagon trail and explore the historic gold mining town of Macetown. Long since abandoned after the gold rush, Macetown has now been transformed into a Department of Conservation reserve. Experience the narrow, rugged road in safety with a Nomad Safaris tour.

Location

Activity location

Arrowtown Village
- Buckingham Street,
- 9302, Arrowtown, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

37 Shotover Street
- 37 Shotover Street
- 9300, Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

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