Macetown 4WD Tour – River Crossings, History & Adventure
Step back in time and experience New Zealand’s gold rush history on the Macetown 4WD Tour, where thrilling off-road adventure meets stunning Otago landscapes. Depart Queenstown and explore Arrowtown’s historic museum before embarking on an adrenaline-fuelled 4WD journey along the original miners’ wagon trail. Navigate narrow tracks, tackle up to 25 river crossings, and discover the remote ghost town of Macetown. Take a guided walk to the impressive Homeward Bound Stamper Battery, enjoy morning refreshments and a light lunch, and try your luck at gold panning in the Arrow River. With breathtaking scenery, fascinating history, and unforgettable off-road fun, this tour is ideal for adventure seekers, photographers, and history enthusiasts alike.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Arrowtown Museum to explore gold rush history
- Thrilling 4WD journey along the original miners’ wagon trail
- Navigate up to 25 river crossings on the remote Arrow River Road
- Explore the historic ghost town of Macetown
- Guided walk to the Homeward Bound Stamper Battery
- Light lunch and morning refreshments in a picturesque valley
- Try your hand at gold panning in the Arrow River
- Stunning spring and summer landscapes with blooming lupins
Supplier: Nomad Safaris
