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Delta Discovery

399 Routeburn Road | Dart Bridge, Glenorchy 9372, New Zealand
+64 27 374 7555
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Best Queenstown experience

Andy, the owner, tells you all about the electrical jeep, and you are off into the riverbed... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago
Finn T
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Spectacular way to explore the Dart

We stumbled across Delta on TA while looking for things to in Glenorchy, and given the very... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago
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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Exclusive access to a unique environment, impressive 4wd vehicles, plus on board interactive multi lingual computer systems, deliver the chance to really get lost. Interact to guide, inform, and learn about all aspects of nature/geology/maori history over a 10km+ trail in comfort and safety. Ideal for all ages, we provide all you need to get a breathtaking view of this piece of paradise.
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Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours
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399 Routeburn Road | Dart Bridge, Glenorchy 9372, New Zealand
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+64 27 374 7555

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Andy, the owner, tells you all about the electrical jeep, and you are off into the riverbed. Fantastic scenery and native birds too. Do it!

Thank Finn T
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Good to get Denmark on the map! Enjoy the rest of your huge world tour Finn and Eve. Safe travels. Andy.

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We stumbled across Delta on TA while looking for things to in Glenorchy, and given the very positive reviews, decided to give it a go. We were not disappointed, it was a great way to spend a couple of hours exploring amazing landscapes and scenery...More

Thank nickmfn
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

So glad you trusted the reviews and took the time to visit Nick. It's hard to find things to do here when you have young kids, so I've tried to provide a fun and safe activity for families to do without blowing the bank! Hope...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

An amazing experience, for sure. It's so calm and peaceful once you've driven out there. Everywhere you look is a picturesque scene. Andy is super friendly and it's clear that he takes great pride in running everything.

Thank Bill K
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Cheers for all your kind reviews Bill. Great to meet you both. Safe travels. Andy.

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

This day was my favourite of our family trip.( My husband and I and 4 kids 20 - 26) Andy is a great bloke -friendly, genuine and very passionate and knowledgable about this gorgeous area, and his fun 4WD machines. Andy provides a very smooth...More

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DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you Kirsty. Really enjoyed hosting your lovely crew, and you all really made the most of your time up here at the head of the lake. It helps when the weather is perfect of course, this summer has been the best I can remember....More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

What an amazing time!! We took two families of 3 and ventured off on the most breathtakingly scenic adventure we have ever experienced. Andy was brilliant and made us all feel so special. The safety briefing and instructions were easy to follow and we were...More

Thank Matthew C
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thanks for such a kind review Matt. It was a peach of an afternoon for your visit, and you all clearly had a ball out there, the boys were in their element! Really enjoyed meeting you, and thanks for sending through those great photos. Have...More

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Loved the idea of merging fun and entertainment with knowledge and amazing scenery...the staff(Andy) was very welcoming too

Thank abdullrahman m
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thanks Abdullrahman. Glad we managed to switch the start time to suit you, it all worked out well. Enjoy the rest of your time in NZ. Kind regards, Andy.

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

What an experience Andy has put together from the safety briefing to the group photo. Andy is there to ensure your experience is truely one to remember. The Atvs allow you to venture into the Dart river to experience everything it has to offer from...More

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DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

You are more than welcome Richard. Cheers for taking the time to post such a kind review, its really appreciated, just like your visit! Great to meet you all, you were a lot of fun, hope the rest of the NZ tour went to plan....More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Beautiful scenery, great weather, clean and Eco friendly atvs and add Andy the enthusiastic and super friendly owner and you have all you need for a fun filled afternoon. Bouncing our way over rocks, grasses, and river crossings it was such a simple and peaceful...More

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DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thanks for such an informative review Michelle. Really enjoyed meeting such a multi talented family! I wish you all every success for the future, and Happy New Year! Great we had time to go for an extended tour, it was great to spend some time...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Unlike the mass tourism of Queenstown and feeling like you’re on a conveyor belt, Andy is a one man show who delivers great service. Although officially a 2 hour self drive tour, Andy doesn’t mind if you extend your time to take more photos, have...More

Thank anya77
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

That's what it's all about! Guests are appreciating the chance to escape the crowds, especially at this time of year. It was a pleasure to see you out there taking your time and making the most of this special corner of the country. Hope to...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Starting with the very enthusiastic proprietor, and finishing with a close experience with jet boats, this was a fascinating few hours in very different vehicles. An all-electric enthusiast, Andy is a one man band with his battery powered off-road vehicles that ford streams and climb...More

Thank Kyzyk
DDOperator, Owner at Delta Discovery, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thanks for the positive words! The EV's are proving really popular with everyone. Different, but surprising performance without the usual noise and emissions. One day this will be the norm, but right now, it's cool to be different! Cheers for your visit.

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AreVVeThereYet
10 October 2017|
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Response from DDOperator | Property representative |
Hi. Yes indeed, there is a great minibus service from Queenstown to Glenorchy. Please have a look at the Glenorchy Journeys website. The fare is about 25 dollars per person each way, and I can pick you up and drop you back... More
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AP_2017_Mumbai
6 October 2017|
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Response from DDOperator | Property representative |
Hello. Yes, and the most popular options near here are the Lake Sylvan walk and the start of the Routeburn track, both popular walks, which are just 10 minutes up the road from the Dart Bridge. All the info is on the doc... More
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