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AuthenticAs Skippers Canyon - Professional Photography & Exclusive 4WD Tour

New To The Site! Queenstown, New Zealand

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4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

The Skippers Road is a historic route we travel via 4WD. Built during the gold rush we drive high above the Kawerau River giving you a historic context of what life was like for the original settlers of Skippers Canyon, sharing stories, tales and showing you relics from the past.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks Homemade organic baking using traditional settlers recipes
  • Bottled water

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    Pick up from anywhere in Queenstown District. Please request collection from further afield for additional cost.

    What To Expect

    Coronet Peak Ski Area

    A brief pause for a geography lesson on the glacial formation of the basin, posing for photography.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Skippers Road Lookout

    Views down Long Gully. The entrance to the route into Skippers for the Gold Rush.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Kawarau River

    Overlooking the Kawerau we take in the panoramic views of Maori Point and continue our 4WD tour into Skippers Village and School House for a homemade organic morning or afternoon tea.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Historic Skippers School

    A tour of the schoolhouse and portrait photography leading to a walk along to the Historic Skippers Bridge.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the AuthenticAs Skippers Canyon – Professional Photography & Exclusive 4WD Tour?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-113352P4


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    What's Included

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
    • SnacksHomemade organic baking using traditional settlers recipes
    • Bottled water
    • WiFi on board
    • Photography

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for people scared of heights
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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