




The Goldrush Tour: Skippers Canyon & The Shotover River with Multilingual Historical Experience






Itinerary
Meet-up2 sessions
Point 1 43 Camp Street - outside Marmolada Cafe in the centre of town
Professionally produced documentary-style audio stories bring the history of the region to life through a premium onboard sound system. Available in 8 languages. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time.
Point 2 Creeksyde Holiday Park Bus Stop
50 Robins Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time.
Point 3 Industrial Place Carpark Bus Stop
Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time.
Reminder
Latecomers or no-shows won't be refunded
Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
3 hr(s) • Guided • Free entry
10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry
30 min(s) • Guided • Free entry
To drop-off points2 sessions
Marmolada Cafe is the last stop, the operator will drop you off to your original pickup point
Marmolada Cafe is the last stop, the operator will drop you off to your original pickup point
Know before you go
What's included
Driver, Live tour guide: English
Transport: Bus, Minibus, Van
Admission: Skippers Canyon via Skippers Road, Photo Stops & Sightseeing at Skippers Canyon, Complimentary drinks at 160 year old gold mining pub
Audio guide in Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, English, German, Italian, and French
Complimentary drinks at 160 year old gold mining pub
Meals
Before you book
Additional information
Safety / High Risk Disclaimer
- Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity
- Please be responsible for your personal belongings. Klook / the operator will not be held liable for any lost belongings during the trip
Other Reminders
- As part of the price, you can choose from the following options: hot drink, beer or wine.
What to bring
- Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Water bottle
- Camera
- Bug Spray
- Jacket
- Sturdy Shoes
What to wear
- Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
Accessibility
- Child seats are not available
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Vehicle & luggage info
- Passenger capacity: 11 passengers excluding the driver
Terms & Conditions
Weather GuaranteeConfirmation
- You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.
Cancellation policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
- Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability
How to use
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Age & eligibility
Eligibility
- Participants must be aged 3+ to participate in this activity
- Participants aged 16 and over are considered adults, based on their official ID
- Participants aged 3-15 are considered children, based on their official ID
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About the operator
More about The Goldrush Tour: Skippers Canyon & The Shotover River with Multilingual Historical Experience
The Goldrush Tour was launched in 2025 with one clear goal: to be Queenstown's most detailed historical tour. Travelling in our luxury 4WD vehicle as part of a small group of up to 11 guests, you will follow the same route once taken by early gold miners as the road winds through the Queenstown Gorge and partway up Coronet Peak, where it meets the Skippers Road and dives into the heart of Skippers Canyon to follow the Shotover River.
Along the way, documentary style stories are available in 8 languages through a high-quality audio system, giving a depth of detail that would be impossible to achieve through traditional live commentary. It also means you can be sitting next to someone enjoying the exact same stories as you, but in a completely different language.
As a small owner-operated business, most tours are driven by Cal, the owner, giving guests an authentic local and personal experience, guided by someone with genuine passion and knowledge of the region. Your host will be delighted to answer questions, share additional stories, and treat you to historic photos of the canyon at the many photo stops along the route.
The tour concludes at a wonderful historic pub, where guests can enjoy a complimentary hot drink, soft drink, beer, or wine before returning to Queenstown.
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