Queenstown Quad Bike Adventure Tour - Half Day
Overview
Leave Queenstown behind and head into spectacular Queenstown Hill Station for an unforgettable off-road quad biking adventure.
After a comprehensive safety briefing and training session, climb aboard your own 400cc automatic 4WD quad bike and set off across more than 20km of exclusive trails through Queenstown's high country terrain.
From easier tracks for first-time riders to more challenging terrain for confident riders, your experienced guide tailors the adventure to the ability of the group. Climb towards panoramic viewpoints with incredible vistas across Queenstown, the surrounding mountains and lakes.
With approx 2-2.25 hours on your quad, there's plenty of time to tackle the trails, enjoy the scenery and experience genuine Queenstown off-road adventure.
What's Included
- Use of all-weather, waterproof clothing and safety gear
- Use of 4WD ATV (quad bike)
- Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
- Professional guide
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All riders must be at least 16 years old, weigh under 150 kgs and have a good command of the English language. For safety reasons, customers who are unable to communicate effectively in English are not permitted to participate in this tour.
- Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be altered or cancelled if conditions are unsafe.
- A minimum of 2 passengers is required to confirm departure. On NZ statutory holidays, a minimum of 4 passengers applies. If minimum numbers are not met, an alternative departure or a full refund will be offered.
- The main departure point is Nomad Safaris, 37 Shotover Street, Queenstown, with complimentary pick-up and drop-off available from Frankton Bus Hub or Tucker Beach Reserve. If you have your own vehicle, free parking is available at 420 Tucker Beach Road which is close to our Quad base. Let us know if you are going to meet us there.
- Quad biking is a physically demanding activity requiring a reasonable level of physical strength and confidence. Riders of smaller stature or slight build may be at greater risk of an accident. All guests receive a safety briefing and basic quad bike training before departure. Our guides assess each rider’s ability, confidence and physical suitability to operate a quad bike safely. If a rider does not meet the required safety standards, they will not be permitted to continue riding. Where possible, an alternative such as riding pillion (as a passenger) with a guide may be offered, subject to availability and safety considerations.
- A valid credit card is required at check-in.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Use of all-weather, waterproof clothing and safety gear.
- Use of 4WD ATV (quad bike).
- Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies).
- Professional guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Queenstown Quad Bike Adventure Tour - Half Day is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Queenstown Quad Bike Adventure Tour – Half Day will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Use of all-weather, waterproof clothing and safety gear
- Use of 4WD ATV (quad bike)
- Light refreshments (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit cake and cookies)
- Professional guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All riders must be at least 16 years old, weigh under 150 kgs and have a good command of the English language. For safety reasons, customers who are unable to communicate effectively in English are not permitted to participate in this tour.
- Operates in most weather conditions; tours may be altered or cancelled if conditions are unsafe.
- A minimum of 2 passengers is required to confirm departure. On NZ statutory holidays, a minimum of 4 passengers applies. If minimum numbers are not met, an alternative departure or a full refund will be offered.
- The main departure point is Nomad Safaris, 37 Shotover Street, Queenstown, with complimentary pick-up and drop-off available from Frankton Bus Hub or Tucker Beach Reserve. If you have your own vehicle, free parking is available at 420 Tucker Beach Road which is close to our Quad base. Let us know if you are going to meet us there.
- Quad biking is a physically demanding activity requiring a reasonable level of physical strength and confidence. Riders of smaller stature or slight build may be at greater risk of an accident. All guests receive a safety briefing and basic quad bike training before departure. Our guides assess each rider’s ability, confidence and physical suitability to operate a quad bike safely. If a rider does not meet the required safety standards, they will not be permitted to continue riding. Where possible, an alternative such as riding pillion (as a passenger) with a guide may be offered, subject to availability and safety considerations.
- A valid credit card is required at check-in.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
