Before booking, please scroll down to check age & height requirements for both Single & Tandem Go Karts under "things you need to know".

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HIGHLANDS GO KARTS

Sessions

Wed

27th Sep 2021
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$299
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THU

27th Sep 2021
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FRI

27th Sep 2021
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SAT

27th Sep 2021
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SUN

27th Sep 2021
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MON

27th Sep 2021
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MUSTANG GT

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CHEVROLET CAMARO

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Our most powerful cars that really deliver the grunt! The closest you’ll get to driving a V8 Supercar, these machines are almost identical to the ones racing in the championship and offer the most intense, exhilarating and heart racing driving or passenger experience. Get strapped in and feel the power!

Ultimate Supercar Experience

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Starting from 5 Laps
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Drive a Mustang GT or Chevrolet Camaro
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Up to 200km/h

PRICING

5 x Drive or passenger laps
$369
Combo 5 Drive + 3 Passenger Laps
$539
Add extra laps to your experience
$60/lap
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Per Kart
Select your preferred date then choose how many races and people

THE ULTIMATE go karting experience

Highlands Go Karts is an exhilarating, totally sensorial experience that is fun for all ages. 10 minutes per session. Before booking, please check age & height requirements for the Go Karts under "things you need to know".

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Single or Tandem Kart Options

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650 Metre Track

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Speeds up to 50 Kmh

Day of the event

1.  ARRIVAL

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your booked experience then fill out your details on the paperwork on the tables at the front of pitlane.

2.  SHOW ID AND LICENCE

Drivers will need to show their photo ID and voucher/

confirmation email at the desk. Drivers will then be given an armband.

3.  driver briefing

Your next step will be the drivers’ briefing, at the end of the briefing you’ll receive a stamp.

4.  staging area

Participants will then get ready to head out on track, they’ll head to the staging area in pitlane to get suited.

5.  get on the track

Next, you’ll proceed to the waiting bays and get in line to jump in a car. You’ll be behind the wheel in no time from here.

6.  get certificate

After you are off track your printed certificate will be ready for pick up. You’re welcome to grab a coffee or some food from our onsite café.

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get certificate

After you are off track your printed certificate will be ready for pick up. You’re welcome to grab a coffee or some food from our onsite café.

VEHICLE DETAILS

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Powerful engines

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Vehicle details

With a great collection of top quality, German built Rimo karts capable of speeds of up to 50 km/hr, you can select from single or two-seater options.

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650 metre outdoor track

The Highlands outdoor Go-Kart Track is 650 metres long, consists of 672 cubic metres of concrete jungle and edged with 4,830 tyres – an impressive facility all around!.

Fun for all

Challenge your friends or bring the family and set your fastest lap time on our purpose-built Go-Kart track. Great for individuals, for groups or as a team building exercise!

SINGLE KART

STARTING FROM
$54
per kart
10 minute session

Vehicle details

With a great collection of top quality, German built Rimo karts capable of speeds of up to 50 km/hr, you can select from single or two-seater options.

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650 metre outdoor track

Our Tandem Karts are designed for an adult and a child. To give Junior Racers a chance out on track.

Fun for all

Twin motor, dual seats and steering wheel, double the fun!

Tandem KART

STARTING FROM
$49
per kart
10 minute session

Drivers NEED

  • Photo ID.
  • Voucher or booking confirmation.
  • Drivers have to be over the age of 18.
  • Minimum clothing requirement for this event is long sleeve shirt (covering to wrists), long pants (covering to ankle) and enclosed shoes.
  • Balaclava (Can be purchased on the day for $10).

passengers NEED

  • Photo ID.
  • Voucher or booking confirmation.
  • Must be over the age of 7.
  • All passengers under 18-years-old need to have parental permission. Legal guardians must sign the indemnity form and produce their Photo ID and Medicare listing themselves and the child.
  • Minimum clothing requirement for this event is long sleeve shirt (covering to wrists), long pants (covering to ankle) and enclosed shoes.
  • Balaclava (Can be purchased on the day for $10).
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highlands go karts Customer reviewS

Highlands 5-star reviews
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The Go Karting was absolutely great fun!

“- Neil”
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The Go Karting was absolutely great fun!

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The Go Karting was absolutely great fun!

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The Go Karting was absolutely great fun!

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Go Karts were outstanding, been to two tracks in Wellington, no comparison. This is a must do!

– Lorraine
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This is such an amazing place, my partner and I had an awesome time on the Go Karts, would 100% recommend. Such a good place for families or couple or even yourself to just go have loads of fun

– Kirsty
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We spent the day going Go Karting, looking at cars in the Museum, doing the Virtual reality experience, playing mini golf and sitting in the café watching the cars go past. It was an amazing experience very family friendly would definitely recommend for everyone. Kids also really enjoyed 5 stars. Make sure you check out the Loo with a View!”

– Kelly
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Thanks guys for a wicked time. My wife and I had an awesome time in the Go Karts, she enjoyed it a lot more than she thought she would and can’t wait to do it again.. I can’t wait until we visit again.

– Kyle
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Leader Board Challenge

Make a name for yourself in the Hampton Downs Go Kart Leader Board Challenge, Powered by Driven

How it works

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Every Sunday until April 3rd 2022
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Fastest lap times qualify for the Leader Board races
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Leader Board races are held on the BIG 830m Le Mans track

PRICING

5 x Drive or passenger laps
$229
Combo 5 Drive + 3 passenger laps
$333
Add extra laps to your experience
$39/lap

Things you need to know

Safety

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  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
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We have a zero tolerance to alcohol on all self drive activities.
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Any injuries must be cleared by the Go Kart Team.
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Tandem Karts are speed limited to be slower than Single Karts and they are designed for an adult and a child.
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Our Go Kart Track is weather dependant.
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Driver minimum age is 10 years old and must be over height of 140cm*
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Passenger minimum age is 6years old and must be over height of 120cm*
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You must arrive and check in at Highlands at least 30 minutes before your booking time.

What to wear

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No loose items or clothing
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Ensure long hair is tied up and tucked inside your helmet or down the back of your top.
SUMMER SPECIFIC
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Sunscreen for summer Central Otago Sun.
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Recommend cotton tees and longer shorts.
Winter specific
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Gloves for the cold.

What we provide

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Helmet and hair net
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Helmets available with a Go-Pro mounts, so you can bring your Go-Pro!
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We have secure lockers to store your items while on track.

Fast Facts & Safety

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  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
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We have a zero tolerance to alcohol on all self-drive activities.
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Any injuries must be cleared by the Go Kart Team.
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Tandem Karts are speed limited to be slower than Single Karts and they are designed for an adult and a child.
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Our Go Kart Track is weather dependant.
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Driver minimum age is 10 years old and must be over the height of 140cm*
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Tandem passenger minimum age is 6 years old and must be over the height of 120cm*. Tandem driver minimum age is 16 years old.
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You must arrive and check in at Highlands at least 30 minutes before your booking time.
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What to wear

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  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
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No loose items or clothing.
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Ensure long hair is tied up and tucked inside your helmet or down the back of your top.
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Sunscreen for summer Central Otago Sun.
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Recommend cotton tees and longer shorts.
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Gloves for the cold.
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Closed in shoes. NO open footwear allowed.
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What we provide

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  • Minimum age: 10 years (single) and 6 years (tandem)
  • Minimum height: 140cm (single) and 120cm (tandem)
  • Maximum height: 2m (single)
  • Maximum weight: 120kg (single)
  • Drivers must be aged 16 years and over for the tandem karts
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Helmet and hair net.
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Safety briefing before you head out on track.
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We have secure lockers to store your items while on track.
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*Although you may comply with the age and height restrictions above, you must have the ability to fully control the Kart. - as everyone carries their height differently. Some customers may be required to prove they can control the kart in our test go kart prior to departure. Final decision will be made by our Go Kart team.
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CORPORATE BOOKINGS

V8 Race Experience offers corporate bookings for organisations looking for an excellent team bonding outing that their customers, employees, sponsors or friends and family will never forget. To learn more read our brochure below.

6 Laps (Driver or passenger)
$249
9 Laps (Driver or passenger)
$369
6 drive laps + 3 hot laps
$349
9 drive laps + 3 hot laps
$469
3 front seat hot laps
$149
Add 3 back seat hot laps to your package
$99

FAQS

Do I need to make a booking?
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We strongly recommend making a booking so you avoid missing out on our exceptional experiences. Especially during our busy periods such as weekends, public holidays and school holidays.

How long is each race?
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​Every Go Karting Race is 10 minutes long.

How fast do the Karts go? ​
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The Single Karts are capable of speeds of up to 50 km/hr and the Tandem Karts are capable of speeds of up to 40 km/hr.

What happens if it rains?​
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Our Karts do not operate if it is raining and the track is wet. If you are booked in, our team will contact you if our track is closed. ​ ​

Can two adults go in a Tandem Kart?
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They can, but we strongly recommend against it. The Tandem Karts are speed limited to be slower than Single Karts and they are designed for an adult and a child.​ ​

How many Karts are on track at a time?​
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We can have up to 14 Karts out on track at a time. Please note, we can only have 4 Tandem Go Karts on track at once.

Can I video my experience?
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We do not recommend taking phones out on the Go Kart Track. You can bring your Go-Pro and wear a chest mount, but Go-Pros are not allowed on helmets. Your friends and family not racing can take some great photos and videos from our Go Kart viewing deck.​ ​

Do the Go Karts go on the same race track as your ride products?
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​No, Highlands has a 650M purpose-built outdoor Go Kart Track.​ ​

How can I see my lap times?
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​You will be able to view your fastest lap time immediately after your race in the Go Kart Building. You will also be emailed your lap times. Please ensure when creating your profile at Go Karts you select “Email me my results and special offers”.

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