Self-Drive ATV Experience at Mt Hay Station | Go Tekapo | Shaara Deals

On Mt Hay Station, a century-old, family-run farm in the heart of Lake Tekapo, Go Tekapo puts you behind the wheel of your own two-seat Polaris ATV for a scenic self-drive tour across real Mackenzie Country terrain. Shaara Deals has this experience listed from $399.

What the drive covers

You'll follow your guide across rolling hills, wide-open tussock country and rugged farm tracks, stopping along the way to take in breathtaking views of Lake Tekapo's turquoise waters, the surrounding mountain ranges, and landscapes that have shaped generations of local high-country farming life. Before departure, a full safety briefing and hands-on vehicle training makes sure you feel confident and comfortable behind the wheel, and your guide provides live commentary throughout — stories of the land, its history, and the working life of a high-country station.

Tour Highlights

• Self-drive your own 2-seat Polaris ATV

• Explore private tracks across a historic high-country sheep station

• Panoramic views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps

• Live commentary from an experienced local guide

• 1.5-hour experience including safety briefing and vehicle training

Tour Details

• Price: from $399

• Duration: approximately 90 minutes

• Location: Mt Hay Station, Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie District

• Operator: Go Tekapo

• Product code: P8GTT1

Good to know before you book

Self-drive ATV touring is an adventure activity that carries a degree of risk, and guests are asked to sign a waiver before taking part. Drivers must be over 18 years old and hold a valid driving licence, which must be shown at check-in — without one at check-in, you won't be entitled to a refund. Passengers must be a minimum of 10 years old. Each vehicle seats two people, and if both guests want to drive, guides will swap you halfway through the tour. Full terms and conditions are available at gotekapo.com.

FAQ

• Do I need ATV experience? No — a full safety briefing and hands-on vehicle training is included before you set off, and the tour suits all levels of experience.

• What do I need to bring to check in? A valid driving licence if you plan to drive, as it must be shown at check-in — no refund is given if you arrive without one.

• Can two people share a vehicle? Yes — each ATV seats two, and if you both want a turn driving, your guide will swap you halfway through the tour.

• What's the minimum age? Drivers must be over 18 with a valid licence; passengers must be at least 10 years old.

Drive your own ATV across Mackenzie Country's high-country landscapes. Book with Go Tekapo through Shaara Deals now: https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a9608a4d09d60613320ee4d