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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!

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 19 Apr to 2 May 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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Mountain Carting - 2 Hours - Cardrona Alpine Resort

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Leonard FAUCHER from France wrote on 05 March 2018

Amazing

Very good, c'est génial comme activité.

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MELANIE from France wrote on 27 January 2018

2h de fun !

Sensations fortes garanties! Nous avons pu faire 10 descentes en 2h. Le kart est facile à manier, et la vue depuis Cardrona est superbe!

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MARION from France wrote on 12 April 2017

Absolument génial !

L'une des activités que j'ai préférées, parmi toutes les splendides randonnées et le parapente. Un grand moment de plaisir sur les pistes du Cardrona Alpine Resort. A faire !

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Steven D'Rozario from Australia wrote on 02 April 2025

So much fun

Did the mountain carting with my 9 year old son, we tore the place up and had so much fun. Just do it 😎

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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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Bookme Help Terms & Conditions Operators

10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

Adult Includes Chairlift

Child Includes Chairlift

^*This option must be made together with another price type.

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