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Mountain Carting - 2 Hours - Cardrona Alpine Resort

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Jump on a mountain cart and blaze the trails at Cardrona - the perfect adrenaline fuel for any thrill seeker!

Jump on a mountain cart and blaze the trails at Cardrona - the perfect adrenaline fuel for any thrill seeker!

Highlights

  • Voted the coolest thing to do in New Zealand by Stuff News!
  • Explore Cardrona by mountain cart - the newest adventure for thrill seekers
  • Soak up epic views as you discover the mountain your own way
  • Selection of carting tracks available which are suitable for all levels
  • No experience needed - just a sense of adventure!

The newest adventure at Cardrona is perfect for the adrenaline-fuelled thrill seeker. Head down the mountain trails on a top of the line mountain cart, no experience needed - just a big smile and your sense of fun!

There are lift-accessed carting tracks for all levels so you can explore the mountain your way!

Our German engineered carts are alpine specialised for performance, comfort and safety.

The low centre of gravity and wide wheelbase enables high stability

Hydraulic disc brakes mean security even on steeper tracks

Ergonomic design allows for a relaxed and comfortable sitting position

High-quality aluminium construction makes for easy handling


Adult $159.00 (Includes Chairlift)
Child $80.00 (17 years and under)

What's included

  • 3 Wheeled mountain cart
  • Safety gear
  • Access to lifts

Duration

  • Approximately 2 hours for the mountain carting

Location

  • Cardrona Alpine Resort
  • Cardrona Valley Road
  • Cardrona (a 58km scenic drive from Queenstown over the Crown Range). We are off the main highway up a 13km gravel road.

Notes

  • Minimum height restriction for a single driver is 100cm.

    The maximum weight for mountain carting is 110kg.

    Children must be at least 8 years old to ride a mountain cart solo.

    NZs only mountain cart experience situated in Cardronas Alpine Playground 1670m above sea level. Its always a few degrees cooler up the mountain to please dress accordingly. Closed footwear is essential for carting.

    Cart sizes are based on the driver height - you will be asked to select an applicable height on the way to check out:

    X-Small: 100 - 120cm

    Small: 120 - 165cm

    Medium: 155 - 180cm

    Large: 170 - 195cm

    X-Large: 180 - 210cm


    Operating Season: 10 Dec to 3 March. Operating day and hours may vary. Closed on Christmas Day.

    Open Hours:

    Regular Hours: 10am to 4pm (15 Dec to 24 Dec & 23 Jan to 3 March).

    Extended Hours: 10am to 5pm (26 Dec to 22 Jan).

    TGIF: Every Friday 12pm - 8pm


    Opening Days:

    Off-Peak - closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays (15 Dec to 24 Dec & 23 Jan to 3 March).

    Peak - open 7 days a week (26 Dec to 22 Jan).

    DISCOUNT TICKETS STRICTLY NON TRANSFERABLE AND NON REFUNDABLE


  • Price includes chairlift. Lift operation subject to weather.


Available Bookings from 29 Mar to 11 Apr 2024

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Dorothy Kyle from New Zealand wrote on 19 January 2022

Awesome Experience

I did this with my son and we had an absolute blast doing this. Some of the tracks were an easy undertaking with others being a challenge. It was hands down one of the best activities we did in the South Island and I recommend everyone do this! We created awesome memories and had a blast doing so!

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matthewc11 from New Zealand wrote on 07 January 2023

Super awesome experience!

The three trails provide for more than enough thrill over the 2 hr period. Super easy to start. We went during a period where there were basically no people so our wait times were very short. I’d do it again but probably not at full price.

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From Mountain Carting - 2 Hours - Cardrona Alpine Resort

Hey there Matthew. So good to hear you had the mountain to yourself and enjoyed your session. We certainly hope to see you again! Cheers, Matt - Cardrona Alpine Resort

Chad Houston from New Zealand wrote on 14 March 2022

10/10

Awesome experience

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Jonathan Shaw from New Zealand wrote on 04 April 2021

Unfortunately unorganized

Carting itself was awesome fun wish had more trails to go on fun times .only problem was safety video ate into our 2hours and they didn't even have enough carts ready for everyone to get started straight away which was annoying especially when you wanted to get maximum runs in for $130 for 2 hours was more like 1 1/2 hours.so something that I hope they will work on and improve on what they say .they do say approximately 2 hours maybe they needed to say approximately 1-2 hours

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Supercharger4me from New Zealand wrote on 20 February 2022

Awesome experience!

This was more than expected. The whole family enjoyed it including our 8yo. He was nervous at first but was into it after the first run. Highly recommended!!!

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