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Macetown Road
Visiting the old mining locations
Macetown Hut
Lunch in Macetown
Macetown basking in the late afternoon sun

Macetown 4x4 Tour from Queenstown

By Nomad Safaris
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Overview

A real 4x4 off road adventure which explores the historic gold mining town of Macetown. This ghost town from the gold rush era is now a Department of Conservation reserve, accessible only by 4x4. The road winds from river level to high above the Arrow Gorge, offering over 25 river crossings en route, ever changing views, and the chance to gold pan in the Arrow River.

Activity location

  • Arrow River
    • Queenstown, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 37 Shotover Street
    • 37 Shotover Street
    • 9300, Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedLight refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
  • What's includedWhat's includedPickup from central Queenstown accommodation is included. Surround suburbs (Kelvin Heights, Frankton, Arthur's Point, Fernhill and others) by arrangement. Please contact to reconfirm pick up arrangement and time.
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by 4x4 vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • 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

Arrow River
  • 15m
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.
Nomad Safaris (Pass by)
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.
Macetown
  • 20m
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.
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
  • 15m
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

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESArrow River
    • Queenstown, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE37 Shotover Street
    • 37 Shotover Street
    • 9300, Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

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