The Cardrona

The Cardrona runs guided horse treks, quad‑bike tours and family buggy rides on private high‑country farmland near Cardrona Hotel. Tours showcase gold‑mining history, working‑farm scenery and alpine valley views.

Located about 20 minutes from Wānaka and with online booking on the official site, the operation focuses on small groups and caters to a range of ages and abilities year‑round.

Choose from guided horse treks, quad‑bike tours or a six‑seater family buggy for scenic rides across private high‑country farmland. Tours include commentary on local gold‑mining history and pass notable local spots such as the Cardrona Hotel.

Look out for:

• Scenic valley and alpine views across rolling farmland.

• Commentary on local gold‑mining and farming heritage.

• Options suitable for families and differing riding abilities.

• Close proximity to Cardrona Alpine Resort and Cardrona Hotel.

Best way to experience it: Book online in advance, arrive by car (no pickup service is provided) and allow time to park and check in at the base before your scheduled departure.

• Bookings are made online through the operator’s site; confirm space before travel.

• The site is reached by road; allow about 20 minutes from Wānaka and no pickup is provided.

• Activities run year‑round but can be affected by weather—check ahead.

• Small groups and varied equipment mean operators can match experience to ability.