**Trip Details **

Nomad Safaris offers a complete 4WD tour into the historic Skippers Canyon.

The Nomad Safaris Skippers Canyon adventure is a half-day heritage tour

that travels along the rugged and treacherous Skippers road.

As your guide navigates along this awe-inspiring canyon you will visit many

historic sites such as the historic Skippers suspension bridge and the
historic

township of Skippers. Visit the restored school house where you will gain a
real

insight into the local heritage through photos and histories of life in this
tough

environment.

British Automobile Association voted Skippers Canyon road as one of the 25

most scenic roads in the world. Travel the road that was hacked by hand into

the sheer cliff sides of the Shotover River Valley. This is an exciting
adventure

the whole family will enjoy.

The Skippers Canyon 4WD tour departs from Queenstown heading out towards

Coronet Peak. As you head up the peak towards the entrance to this spectacular

canyon there are stunning panoramic views of the Wakatipu Basin.

After entering Skippers Canyon we will travel to Lighthouse Rock,

which gives a dramatic lookout over the entire canyon. Follow in the footsteps

of many adventurers and discoverers as this historical winding road

brings you to the historic Skippers Bridge, which provides a stunning photo

opportunity.

Carefully travelling over the bridge, the road continues into the historical

township of Skippers. Long since abandoned, much of the original building

still remains, waiting for you to explore it.

Indulge in morning or afternoon tea at the Skippers School building.

Immerse yourself in the history of this stunning place as the restored school

house divulges a wealth of information through photos and artefacts from the

early days of this settlement.

The cemetery nearby depicts a more gloomy and dangerous life for these gold

prospectors.

Returning along the road you will stop at Deep Creek where you can immerse

yourself in the heritage of the local area by turning your hand to a spot of
gold

panning. Our trained guides will teach you techniques to successfully pan for
gold

on one of the richest gold-bearing rivers in the world. Some may also
recognise

spots along the Skippers Road as being featured in The Lord of The Rings.

If your preferred date and time are unavailable, please feel free to contact
us.

Important: get in touch if you need to cancel between 7 days and 24 hours
prior to your tour: res@nomadsafaris.co.nz

IMPORTANT Every adventure has risks — from changing weather to rough
trails and physical challenges. Before you book, please review our full
Weather Cancellation Policy and Disclosure of
Risks.

Discover Queenstown with Nomad Safaris. Explore our full range of adventure
tours at www.nomadsafaris.co.nz