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bikeMountain Bike Hire at Poplar Lodge

1/2 day $35, Whole day $49, Multi day hire - please enquire.

There are plenty of trails nearby suitable for all fitness levels. Explore the historic town or head into the hills. Single track, 4WD road and even ride and wine tours available. You can choose guided or self guided rides, use our bikes or bring your own!

Lake Hayes Track   Gibbston Valley     Mavora Lakes   Queenstown Trail



Macetown

Macetown
Mountain Bike Mania with Southern Explorer

4WD Transport to Macetown then mountain bike back out. Only average fitness required! Explore historic Macetown and the wilderness of the Arrow Gorge. Includes bike hire. Allow 4 hours.





Arrowtown Discovery Tour with Southern Explorer

Poplar Lodge guest price $55pp save $10

Travel in our 4 wheel drive vehicle up the Arrow River to where it all began in the 1860's and discover the colourful history, stories and hardship of the early gold miners. Try panning for gold and then visit 'Lord of the Rings' filming locations in Arrowtown and other important historic sites. Allow 2 hours.


Walking Holidays

Stay in comfort while exploring the local trails over several days. Local walking tracks...

Motatapu Track Transport

Guest prices for 4WD transport between Arrowtown and Macetown.
First two people including packs $300. Each additional person $30


 

Southern Explorer 4WD Scenic Tours

 Specialising in Arrowtown, Skippers Canyon and Macetown.
 Phone: 0800 493 975
 info@southernexplorer.co.nz
 www.southernexplorer.co.nz
 

 



Tandem Paragliding

Tandem Paragliding $185

Fly Coronet Peak, the highest of the local flying sites.
Book through us and get free videos and photos!

Are you a Solo pilot? Stay at Poplar Lodge and get local site and weather information. Guide and transport options also available.




Arrowtown Historic Walks

A fantastic opportunity to explore Arrowtown by foot and be entertained by stories of the past. Ideal for groups with the opportunity to dress up in character for photo portraits. Duration approx 1 hour. Minimum numbers required. Please enquire for more details.

Historic Dress Up PhotographArrowtown Historic Walk Museum

 

Free Activity Booking Service

Being a wee bit adventurous ourselves, we have tried most of the local activities and many of the restaurants. So don't hesitate to ask us about activities and eateries. We can also provide a free booking service for most activities in Queenstown and Fiordland.



See these websites for more ideas of what to do:
Discover Arrowtown
 

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Poplar Lodge is located in Arrowtown, a historic gold mining town just 20 minutes drive from Queenstown. We would love you to stay with us.

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