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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 $165.00 (Includes Chairlift)
Child $85.00 (Includes Chairlift)

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:14 Dec to 2 March. Operating day and hours may vary. Closed on Christmas Day.


    Off-peak Operating Hours & Days:

    14 - 24 December & 21 January - 2 March

    5 days per week (closed Tuesday & Wednesday)

    10am - 4pm

    Fridays: 12pm 8pm


    Peak Operating Hours & Days:

    26 December - 20 January

    7 days a week

    10am - 5pm

    Fridays: 12pm 8pm

    Closed Christmas Day (25th Dec)


    DISCOUNT TICKETS STRICTLY NON TRANSFERABLE AND NON REFUNDABLE

  • Price includes chairlift. Lift operation subject to weather.



Available Bookings from 21 Apr to 4 May 2025

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

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yuxuanz from Taiwan wrote on 17 March 2023

打工度假人推薦一定要來玩

非常好玩很刺激! 在台灣無法體驗到的山地越野卡丁車 個人覺得比開賽車還刺激好玩~ 來紐西蘭一定要體驗的活動之一

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elenah4 from Taiwan wrote on 17 February 2020

超刺激

是這次體驗大家最喜歡的,非常刺激,玩的時間也夠長,不過體驗的渡假村位置在山上,山路難行所以要非常小心

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jorgeantoniop from New Zealand wrote on 21 March 2025

Amazing experience and so much fun

The carts are totally worth it, so much adrenaline and fun!

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Kylie from United Kingdom wrote on 17 March 2025

Fun activity for speed lovers

We enjoyed the mountain carting experience as something different! The carts go a lot faster than I was expecting and I can see how you could easily come off, however you can break and go slowly if you’re not an adrenaline junkie. Would recommend for anyone who likes a bit of a speed thrill.

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Cat Lindsay from Australia wrote on 16 March 2025

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Brilliant! This was the best day out we had in New Zealand. A must-do!!

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