Can-am Express Experience

Experience Overview

*Drivers must have practical license and equivalent of full New Zealand drivers license/international license.

About this Experience

There’s a satisfying moment when the controls start to feel familiar and you begin to read the track ahead. Our Express Experience is designed to help you get there. After meeting your guide and getting equipped, you’ll begin on our introductory loop, learning how to accelerate, steer and stop before practising inclines and descents. Once your skills have been checked, it’s time to put them to use. A scenic drive beside the Cardrona River leads to the Rock Paddock Loop, where a series of purpose-built features introduces different off-road challenges. The vehicles are tailored for the experience, allowing you to focus on control, technique and enjoying the drive.
Discover what you and your Can-Am can do.
Make room for adventure in your day.
Express is a good starting point for visitors seeking an introduction to off-road driving without committing to a longer charter. Come with a companion, join a mixed session or talk to us about bringing a group. Drivers must meet the participation requirements and already be competent behind the wheel of a standard automatic vehicle. Passenger options are also available.

Bring warm layers, fully covered outdoor footwear and clothing suitable for a farm and alpine environment. Higher ground can be considerably colder than the valley floor, even in summer. 

Drivers should bring their accepted driving licence and required identification. Sun protection, lip balm and an extra outer layer are recommended. 

Keep personal belongings compact and secure, and contact us ahead of time if you have any questions about what to bring. 

A few things to know before you go.

Find answers about driving, passenger options, what to bring and planning your visit. If your question isn’t covered, our team is happy to help.

Introductory training is provided, but drivers must already be competent driving a standard automatic vehicle. Our guides assess your skills before progressing onto more demanding terrain.

Yes. You can participate as a passenger with a companion or arrange to ride with a guide. Let us know your preference when booking.

Let your guide know. The team can arrange for you to continue as a passenger in another vehicle or a guide vehicle.

Solo-use options are available. For private charters, the full session price applies even when fewer guests participate.

Bring warm layers, fully covered outdoor footwear and clothing suitable for a farm and alpine environment. Protective overalls are supplied, but you should still be prepared for changing temperatures.

Bring your accepted driving licence and required identification, extra layers, sun protection and personal essentials. Keep belongings compact and secure.

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