FAQs

We offer quad bike tours, dirt bike tours, self-drive buggies, ride-along buggies (guide drives, you enjoy the ride), and premium private 4WD tours – all on our private 650-acre adventure park just 5 minutes from central Queenstown.

No prior experience is needed for most activities. Quad bikes, self-drive buggies, and ride-along buggies are suitable for beginners – every tour starts with a training session and safety briefing. For dirt bikes, our Learn 2 Ride option is built for first-timers, while Let’s Ride requires competent motorcycle riding experience.

Age requirements vary by activity – we have options for ages 4 and up. Each product page lists the specific age requirements. If you are unsure which tour suits your group, reach out and we will help you find the best option.

Quad bikes and dirt bikes: No licence required – all riding is off-road on private land.
Self-drive buggies: Drivers must be 18+ with a full driver licence (NZ or international).
Ride-along buggies and 4WD tours: No licence needed – your guide does the driving.

We are AdventureMark certified and our highly trained guides exceed industry safety guidelines. We provide quality safety gear suited to each activity. Our fleet includes top-of-the-range Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Honda machines, all professionally maintained with pre-use checks. All guides are First Aid certified and carry first aid kits, phones, and radios on every tour.

Book online, call us on +64 3 442 7858, or email info@offroad.co.nz.

You will find us at 61A Shotover Street, Queenstown. We are open Monday to Sunday, 8:30 am to 5 pm.

Yes – return transport is included in every tour. Confirmed tours depart from our shop at 61A Shotover Street, central Queenstown. Please check in at least 15 minutes before your tour time. Prefer to drive yourself? Please contact us directly and we can give you the directions.

Parking on Shotover Street is limited to 30 minutes. We recommend the Man Street multi-story carpark, about a 2-minute walk from the shop. Alternatively, follow us to the adventure park where there is plenty of parking.

We provide all safety and wet weather gear. Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dusty and closed-toe shoes. Bring any drinks and snacks you need, and a camera or GoPro if you’d like.

All tours include return transport from our Queenstown shop, an experienced local guide, quality safety gear, wet weather gear if needed, and complimentary photos. Dirt bike tours also include full MX gear (boots, jersey, pants, helmet, goggles, gloves, knee/shin pads, chest protector, and kidney belt).

Quad bikes and dirt bikes: Yes – you need conversational English to understand the safety briefing and follow your guide’s instructions.
Ride-along buggies: Only minimal English is needed – your guide does the driving and keeps instructions simple.

We ride in all conditions and provide full wet weather gear at no extra cost. If conditions are unsafe, the tour may be adjusted, delayed, or cancelled. We will keep you updated.

Absolutely. We regularly host private groups, corporate team building days, conference outings, incentive trips, birthday celebrations, stag and hen dos, and more. Whether it is a group of 10 friends or a conference of 100+, we can tailor a bespoke off-road experience to suit. Get in touch to lock in the best timeslot and discuss options – see our Conferencing & Groups page for more details.

Yes. We can tailor experiences to suit your group. Our 4WD tours are fully private, and private options are available for all other tours too. Reach out to plan your perfect ride.

No – for safety reasons, we do not mix different vehicles on the same tour. Each tour is its own experience. You are welcome to book separate tours if you want to try both.

For activities where you drive (quad bikes, dirt bikes, and self-drive buggies), you sign a NZ$3,000 security bond against a Visa or Mastercard. No funds are blocked or held. Activities where your guide does the driving (ride-along buggies and 4WD tours) do not require a bond.

Standard bookings (up to 10 guests): 48-hour cancellation policy.
Larger groups (10+ guests): 7-day cancellation policy.
No refunds for cancellations or reductions in guest numbers within these timeframes.

Pregnancy, back problems, recent injuries, or medical conditions may affect your ability to join certain tours. Let us know before booking and we will advise on the best option or offer alternatives.

We do our best to accommodate everyone. Reach out to discuss your needs and we will work with you.