Hop aboard a helicopter and fly from Queenstown to one of the country's most remote and pristine snowfields for an out of this world snowmobile adventure of a lifetime.
Collect your snowmobile and head off into this frozen spellbinding wilderness for an experience like ...
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Expiry date on the voucher is 6 months from the date of purchase
Each voucher is valid for 1 person
Vouchers are exchangeable / transferrable
Bookings required
The Experience
Hop aboard a helicopter and fly from Queenstown to one of the country's most remote and pristine snowfields for an out of this world snowmobile adventure of a lifetime.
Collect your snowmobile and head off into this frozen spellbinding wilderness for an experience like no other. Head out over the Old Woman Range and marvel at the spectacular, seldom seen views of the eastern side of The Remarkables, Nevis Valley, Garvie Mountain Range and Polar Plateau region. Wow!
Driving your own snowmobile into this unique, rarely visited part of New Zealand will feel as if you're on top of the world! Let expert guides lead you on a journey like no other into this intriguing alpine environment. Experience remarkable 360 degree vistas of the southern South Island and explore white pristine snowfield flanked by mountain ranges and distant valleys.
A truly magical, unbeatable experience!
Where it is:
Available Dates
The Remarkables Base Camp on the Old Woman Range.
Available
Quantity:
Available Options:
None available.
Only $640.00
Extra details:
Vital Details: This experience would not be suitable for children under 6 years of age. Children between 6 and 12 may sit with an adult on their snowmobile. After 12 years of age you may operate your own snowmobile. No special skills or fitness levels are required to operate the snowmobiles.
The Weather: This is a weather dependent activity and may be cancelled if weather and temperature conditions are unsuitable. If your trip is cancelled due to weather conditions you can then take the next available trip. It is advised to check with the operator before leaving home.
Numbers: The maximum number of people for any trip is 6. There is a minimum of 4 people per trip, however, if you are a smaller group you may be joined by others to make up numbers.
Getting There: Your Snowmobile Adventure starts from Queenstown airport, where a helicopter will then fly you the 12 minute trip to base camp on the Old Woman Range. Pick up is also available from most locations in central Queenstown.
Spectators: Spectators are unfortunately unable to accompany participants any further that the Queenstown airport unless they wish to pay the full experience price and remain at base camp.
Special Needs: This experience could be suitable for people with a disability as the snowmobile is fully hand operated, however you would require the assistance of another person to get to the helicopter and base camp.
Availability: We recommend you book at least 21 days in advance of your preferred date. This experience is availble early July through to October depending on snow cover. Tours depart 3 times
How long to plan for:
3 hours, with an hour on the snowmobile
What to wear:
Special thermal snowmobile suits, gloves, boots and helmets are provided to keep out the cold. However please wear adequate winter clothing for your flight to and from the base.
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Where it is:
- The Remarkables
- Base Camp on the Old Woman Range.
Available