Cardrona Mountain Carting

• Kids must be 8 years old and 100cm+ tall to ride on their own cart – kids younger or shorter can ride tandem with an adult. Please note that a “carting buddy” rate may apply, and the combined weight per cart must not exceed 110kg
• Kids under 12 years must mountain cart with a responsible adult
• When booking your carting session, choose your cart based on your height
• All safety equipment will be provided. You’ll be given overalls, a full-face helmet, and gloves
• Please wear covered footwear and bring warm clothing layers
• All mountain carters must read and sign a waiver and watch the safety briefing video before their session
• Bookings are strongly recommended and subject to availability
• Lift operations are subject to weather
• Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your booked session

• German engineered carts are alpine specialised for performance, comfort and safety
• Low centre of gravity and wide wheelbase that enables high stability
• Hydraulic disc brakes means security even on steeper tracks
• Ergonomic design allows for a relaxed and comfortable sitting position
• High-quality aluminium construction makes for easy handling

Cardrona Alpine Resort

We are a 58km scenic drive from Queenstown over the Crowne Range. You’ll find us off the main highway up the 13km gravel road. Please allow plenty of time for driving up the mountain road as conditions do change.

Upon arriving you will need to read and sign a Mountain Carting Risk Disclosure and attend a safety briefing.

You will be provided with a full-face helmet, goggles and coveralls to wear for the duration of the activity.

Sturdy, enclosed footwear must be worn while operating the cart (crocs are not suitable).

Please follow all staff instructions, stay on the designated carting trails, and respect mountain signage and other mountain carters.

If you are under the influence or are impaired by alcohol or drugs (including prescription medications), you will not be permitted to go carting.

Carting while pregnant is not recommended.

The max weight of the rider, or tandem, per cart is 110kg.

You must be in good physical health and have no back or physical limitations that will affect your ability to control the cart. If you have any previous, current, or re-occurring injuries that may be affected by a bumpy ride, we strongly recommend you don’t go carting.

Have any questions about mountain carting at Cardrona? Contact our friendly Guest Services team for more info!