Lord of the Rings Half-Day 4WD Glenorchy Safari

The Glenorchy Safari is packed with breathtaking Lord of the Rings filming locations and thrilling 4WD action. On this magical journey, we will travel along one of New Zealand’s most scenic drives with stunning vistas and panoramic views of the Southern Alps.

On the Lord of the Rings Half-Day 4WD Glenorchy Safari you’ll discover the filming locations for Isengard, the Ithilien Camp, Lothlórien Forest, the Battle of Amon Hen and many more. We’ll also explore some of the filming locations from scenes that featured in X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

From 153 per person

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Highlights

  • 4WD off-road adventure in a 6-seater Toyota Land Cruiser or a Land Rover Defender
  • Visit filming locations from The Lord of the Ring, The Hobbit, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and others
  • Discover Isengard, the Ithilien Camp, Lothlórien Forest, the Battle of Amon Hen and many more
  • Bring the films to life – dress up and take photos in our replica props

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For Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fans, the Lord of the Rings Half-Day 4WD Glenorchy Safari really does take you There and Back again. This scenic sightseeing tour includes key filming locations and stunning natural scenery. The first part of this tour takes you from Queenstown to Glenorchy stopping at breath-taking viewpoints.

Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Sword
Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Sword

The route from Glenorchy follows the Dart River to the spectacular filming location for Isengard. This location offers stunning views of Mt Earnslaw. Heading to Paradise we’ll discover the location for the Forest of Lothlórien. Leaving Glenorchy and heading towards Queenstown you will stop at 12 Mile Delta to explore the location of the Ithilien Camp.

Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Bennets Bluff
Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Bennets Bluff

We’ll also explore some of the filming locations from scenes that featured in X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

Locations (6)

3. Glenorchy

Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Red Shed
Lord of the Rings Glenorchy Safari: Red Shed