4x4 Self-Drive Training Experience – The Ultimate Off-Road Adventure
Get behind the wheel and learn valuable 4WD skills on our purpose-built 4x4 track with tuition from our AdventureMark safety-approved instructor. Use our Toyota Land Cruiser (manual) or bring your own to learn how to tackle a range of 4x4 scenarios. Find yourself fording through rivers, tackling steep descents, bouncing through our famous ‘axle twister’, climbing the ‘staircase’ and manoeuvring uneven terrain to boost your confidence with your vehicle and driving. No prior 4WD experience is required, and tuition will be tailored to your experience level.
Ideal for individuals, groups, and anyone wanting to improve their off-road capability, Makoura Lodge offers one of New Zealand’s most comprehensive and engaging 4x4 training experiences in the North Island, Manawatu.
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Duration- up to two hours of tuition. It may be longer for larger groups.
$365 pp supplied vehicle(s)
$310 pp for your vehicle(s)
Price includes one spectator free of charge. For extras: $40pp
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Looking to give the gift of adventure and practical skills? A U-Drive 4x4 experience at Makoura Lodge is the ultimate thrill!
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Anyone with a full driver’s license and who is confident on-road but would like to increase confidence off-road. It is beneficial for those who want to upskill and learn more about their vehicles. No prior four-wheel driving experience is required but all skill levels will be challenged.
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The self-drive utilises our world-class 4x4 proving ground and training track. It was professionally designed alongside Toyota New Zealand to be a top-class facility.
Examples of challenges you can take advantage of are steep descents/ ascents, slippery slopes & hills, uneven terrain, river-crossings, 'double humps', our famous 'axle twister', and the 'staircase'.
If you are feeling nervous that is okay your instructor will guide you every step of the way and will work at your pace with plenty of encouragement along the way!
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We are audited through AdventureMark and provide qualified instructors.
Safety notes regarding our Self-Drive
• We supply manual vehicles only
• There is zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol
• Participants must have a full driver’s licence
• Participants must be able to follow instruction
• Participants are required to wear flat, covered footwear; it pays to bring wet weather gear
Hazards and Risks by undertaking a 4×4 self-drive are but are not limited to: rolling, collision, hitting obstacles such as rocks and trees, equipment failure, damage to vehicles, being hit by a vehicle, mental and physical injury, illness, broken bones, sprains, cuts, tears, wounds, dislocation, head injury, bruising, burns, damage to property and equipment, and death.
“Such a superb experience! Absolutely loved every minute! Thank you!”
“The 4x4 self-drive was “funtastic” Shelley and her Toyota Fortuner had the most amazing couple of hours with Hugh and felt very privileged to have been able to experience it all! ”
