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Lake, mountains, and everything in between.
The 13 most popular skippers canyon tours in Queenstown. What each day is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Ride Skippers Canyon Road then blast up the Shotover River on a jet boat with 360-degree spins, views, and LOTR scenery.
Most Popular“Don’t book a jet boat ride with any other company in Queenstown - this is more that just the jet boat ride! Brilliant 4WD trip out to skippers canyon on skippers road before an exhilarating boat ride up the river and back. Super fun trip out - would 100% recommend”
Skippers Canyon 4WD half-day tour from Queenstown with hotel pickup, gold panning at Deep Creek, and iconic canyon and suspension bridge views.
“It change a little from water views...the canyon is amazing . They should tell us in edvance about mosquitos problem .”
Skippers Canyon 4WD tour from Queenstown: small-group ride, gold-miner history, short walks, and homemade cheese at viewpoints.
“The tour was fantastic. Our guide Wolfe gave us time to take a few short hikes and scramble up some rocks to get amazing pictures. I highly recommend this personal tour vs the bigger buses.”
4-hour Skippers Canyon 4WD heritage tour from Queenstown with Māori Point views, gold panning, and canyon tea. Skippers Bridge access is limited.
“Jodie is a very safe driver and we had a great time together. Healthier gluten free snacks that everyone can enjoy, eg Carman’s snack bars are not that expensive but they are gluten free. Lots of other options available.”
Private photo tour to Skippers Canyon from Queenstown with Martin’s coaching, gold-mining stories, and take-home camera guides.
“Our tour guild Martin is wonderful. The weather was very bad, rain/snow. But he delivered a memorable trip for us.”
Private 4.5-hour photography tour from Queenstown with Aiste’s tailored guidance, comfortable 4WD, and iconic stops like Skippers and Glenorchy.
“Aiste knows the area and gave great suggestions for pictures. We went to a number of locations that were spot on for what I wanted. A delightful person with a great understanding of photography.”
GPS-activated Skippers Canyon gold rush drive from Queenstown, small group, and a included stop at Gantley’s Tavern with hot drinks or beer.
“Great trip into fantastic views and a window into the past. Hard days. Very comfortable transport driven by a very competent and experienced driver who is a wealth of knowledge. Can highly recommend to anyone.”
Queenstown Goldrush highlights: small-group ride through Skippers Canyon and the Shotover River with GPS stories, photo stops, and included drinks.
“It’s a very intense tour with stunning scenery. The winding road with a dramatic drop on one side can feel disconcerting but it’s all under control.”
Private full-day Queenstown photo tour with local photographer Aiste, 4WD, picnic lunch, and 5–10 professional photos.
“This review is long overdue, but I wanted to thank Aiste for a fabulous day of photography and sightseeing! Participating in a photo tour like this was a new experience for me, and I found it to be truly worthwhile – Aiste was incredibly helpful iRead more”
Ride a private Land Rover through dramatic Skippers Canyon with easy pick-up, LOTR film spots, gold-rush stories, and warm refreshments.
“Great trip, super knowledgeable & friendly, highly recommend for anyone wanting a trip through one of the nicest areas in Queenstown!!!”
Raft the Shotover River on gentle Grade 1–2 rapids, then explore historic Skippers Canyon from Queenstown in a 5-hour tour with gear.
“Informative and our guides made it fun and entertaining!”
Private Queenstown photo tour with local photographer Aiste, Skippers Canyon, Arrowtown, Glenorchy, Wanaka, picnic lunch, and 5–10 edited photos.
“The Queenstown photo tour was an unforgettable experience. From the serene sunrise light over the lake to exhilarating drive through Skippers Canyon, every moment was picture perfect. I captured so many incredible shots and made lastinRead more”
A private 4WD Queenstown photography tour with guided camera help, Arrowtown and Skippers Canyon scenery, plus optional astrophotography.
“I am a total Beginner, but after that Tour I got a first feeling for the three main set ups with my camera. I am definitely motivated now to continue this.”
From the lake to the fiord, every way to fill a day.
