Highlands Taxi: Experience the Exceptional at Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park
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15 Ratings
Cromwell
Experience the exceptional at Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park. Enjoy world-class tourism, authentic kiwi hospitality, and extraordinary adventures for the whole family.
Duration: 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Highlands - Experience the Exceptional - The Highlands Taxi is a Porsche Cayenne Turbo, that promises a taxi ride like never before!
    You can experience the thrill of zooming around a world-class race track without any effort.

The Highlands Taxi is a taxi ride like no other

  • and perfect if you want to sit back and enjoy an exhilarating chauffeured experience on a purpose built circuit in a high-speed luxury performance vehicle like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.

You (and up to 3 of your friends or family, because the more the merrier!) can sit back and enjoy an exhilarating taxi ride around our world-class, international-standard built racing circuit. This is 4.1 km of heart-racing, unadulterated fun

  • all brought to you by our expert, professional drivers. At only $129 for 4 people, it is exceptional value for money!

Lap 1 is a guided tour of the 4.1km Highlands international-standard race track, where you will learn all about the features of the circuit, the control tower and a fascinating behind the scenes look at the makings of Highlands.

Lap 2 is at the speed you need

  • this can be catered to your liking and reach up to 180 km/hr.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are exciting for the whole family. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be looked after by their friendly team
Voted the #1 Thing to Do in Cromwell by TripAdvisor, Highlands
So whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, in a group, or with family, Highlands is an NZ must-do for the ride of your lives.

Location
Highlands - Experience the Exceptional
Sandflat Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wanderer37563077801
Mar 17, 2024
Never to old this one. - What a brilliant experience, my driver gave a full informative description of the history from the start. The ride in the Porsche SUV was something. Many thanks Mr Quinn
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Loflya
Jan 26, 2024
What a credit to Tony Quinn - The whole setup exceeded expectations. The museum, Wall of Fame, and virtual reality exhibitions are world-class and tell a wonderful story of NZ motor sport and our motor sport legends. We did two laps in the Ferrari with Damon which was an experience not to be forgotten. This facility is a credit to Tony Quinn and his team. We were also lucky to see Gisbergen and Stanaways' 2023 Bathurst-winning Chevy arrive and be put on display.
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Jerjen99
Dec 28, 2023
The most thrilling taxi ride ever! - We dropped in here on a quiet Wednesday afternoon, not really knowing what to expect. We were greeted warmly and recommended the “taxi” ride for our family of 4. Shortly after Steve turned up in the taxi - a Porsche Cayenne - and off we went with our F1 mad daughter in the front passenger seat, ready to lap it up (pun intended). Steve took us on a slow lap of the park, providing heaps of information about the history, design & use of Highlands. Then after setting up our daughter’s phone to record everything, it was time for our second lap, putting the Porsche through its paces. It was absolutely thrilling, going at close to 200kms an hour, screeching around corners and almost launching over the bridge. So much fun, and Steve was a fantastic driver - very funny but also so professional- we definitely felt safe in his hands. After that excitement we took a look through the museum and had some afternoon tea overlooking the track. The cheese rolls were the best we’d tried in all of Southland. A visit to Highlands is not complete until you visit the loos with a view. The urinals have to be seen to be believed! Would highly recommend a visit to Highlands and jumping in one of their taxis!
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Eddienz2
Sep 28, 2023
Fantastic experience - The Highlands Taxi ride was a fantastic experience, and it was easily worth every cent. I would 100% do it again another time.
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Trip32129450707
Aug 28, 2023
Best `taxi ride' ever! - Steve is an absolute legend! From the get go when shaking his welcoming hand, his knowledge cruising the track delivered with such passion, like talking about a brother & his hobby. And what an impressive hobby this park is. Thank you Steve for such a thrilling, entertaining drive. Very refreshing and not once did we feel uncomfortable....at 180km/h! Loved it! Especially the aliens! Cheers Steve!
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Gauravv146
Jan 14, 2023
Fantastic and a must do !!!! - Booked the Porsche Taxi while we were there. Steve was the driver and what a guy he is - informative, knowledgeable, friendly and told us all about the history of the place during the 1st lap and then prepared us for the 2nd high speed lap. It was such an excellent experience that I feel like going there again (which I will for sure). The whole staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Everyone made us feel comfortable with their smiling attitude. The loos with a view are a must see as well - have never seen anything like it before. Thanks all and will recommend this to anyone who has a passion for motorsports should do this 2 lap around the track as a TO DO while in Queenstown NZ.
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Elizabeth
Oct 27, 2022
Awesome fun - Booked for the Ferrari hot laps, but track too wet. We were offered the Porsche Taxi instead which we did. First lap round Steve was great, Informative and then even better for the second lap. It’s a must visit and the loos were great as well.
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Tripmember07102015
Apr 3, 2022
Fantastic - Steve was my driver and what aguy he is, a driving book of knowledge, and a bloody great driver to , thanks mate
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Patrick
Mar 27, 2022
Yes you should - Exciting yet very safe. Managed to convince my partner to join me in the Porsche Cayene Turbo piloted by Paul. Great ride with a very professional driver. Bonus that he is from Avery famous rally family.
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Russp272
Oct 26, 2021
Highlands Motorsport Park never disappoints! - Our latest visit was marvelous, great fun for young and old alike. An absolute must-do for anyone visiting Central Otago!
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