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10 Auto Race Tracks in New Zealand That You Shouldn't Miss
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ ( listen); Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui), and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and around 600 smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long period of isolation, New Zealand developed a distinct biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Restaurants in New Zealand
1. Formula Challenge Racing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 120 reviews
Drive a REAL racecar on a real racetrack At Formula Challenge, we pride ourselves at being able to deliver New Zealand's best motorsport experiences. With 15 years of experience behind us, Formula Challenge is New Zealand's only Qualmark endorsed provider of motorsport experiences, guaranteeing a great time whether it's as a birthday, anniversary gift or as corporate team building or client incentive day, you'll love it! The Formula Challenge racecar and driving experiences cater for everybody, from first timers with no track experience to hardened professionals, and with our fleet of V8 Holden and Ford racecars, along with the grid of Formula Challenge single-seaters, we're able to fit all shapes and sizes. Come and experience one of the most sensational days of your life at Taupo and Hampton Downs Motorsport Parks and you'll leave with memories that'll last a lifetime. Well, until you come back for another go that is!!
Reviewed By Chrisjnsh - Auckland, New Zealand
The single seater Formula car driving experience was a 17th Birthday gift for our son. The guys were awesome- very welcoming, explained the track really well & really made it a special occasion. Highly recommended!
2. Rally Drive NZ
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By roadieboys - Auckland, New Zealand
Brilliantly run, fantastic adrenaline rush. From feeling confident, to quite apprehensive, to enjoying yourself at the edge of control and finishing off with an absolute stormed run with a pro, this experience takes you through a range of emotions! I've done a range of tarmac driving experiences over the years but the gravel is a whole new beast! Straight talking, clear communication, good sense of humour and full of yarns, Dale and the team really love what they do and it shows. Give it a hoon, you will love it!
3. Stratford Speedway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By RowanT113 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Ok I am biased as I love supporting NZ Motorsport but if there is racing at Stratford, grab the family, a rug, your hoodies and go for a great night out. Good food at the track, carprking and the club puts on a great show for all ages.
4. Hampton Downs Go Karts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Acineto - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Came for a birthday event. We booked since we had a big party (around 15 people) but there were people there who just showed up on the day. Once you reach Hampton Downs just keep an eye out for the signs to the go karts. The driveway takes you past the cafe to the go kart near the bottom of the racing track. There is parking outside the go kart building. Once there you sign up and take a drive photo and then get inducted before being taken out for the karting. You get assigned karts before you head out. They also supply helmets but you can bring your own. It also looks like they can change the course. Riding around and racing the karts was so fun. There is a screen at the finish line to tell you who has the best laps in the group currently running. Bear in mind that not all the karts are created equal. After the racing we were able to cut the cake in the viewing area by the office, which had a few tables on it. A really nice way to spend a few hours just gassing down a race course.
5. Greenstone Park Speedway
6. Woodford Glen Speedway
7. Hampton Downs MotorSport Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Hampton Downs Motorsport Park is a leading motorsport and corporate venue based in North Waikato/ South Auckland. With New Zealand's premier motorsport events and a huge range of daily activities, the venue has so much to offer. From corporate suites to Go Karts, the circuit caters for up to 100 people to family days out. Hampton Downs also offers an exclusive membership program in which you can get unprecedented access to the track. With the new 4.1km track complete, members can enjoy what the new track has to offer and be looked after in our GT Members lounge situated above pit lane.
Reviewed By 126loganh
Amazing complex, great circuit and great experiences! Did the V8 U Drive and the Lamborghini hot laps, friendly and extremely helpful staff, a must visit! Thank you to the team at Hampton Downs!
8. Robertson Holden International Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By m2nkin - Hamilton, New Zealand
We go every year to the Teams Champs, always great racing, the crowds are normally all well handled, the food vendors are always good. The queues for the ladies toilets are just crazy though, you often miss a whole race waiting in line!
9. Highlands - Experience the Exceptional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 746 reviews
A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are exciting for the whole family. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be looked after by their friendly team – treating you to some authentic kiwi hospitality! Voted the #1 Thing to Do in Cromwell by TripAdvisor, Highlands – Experience the Exceptional is conveniently located along SH 6 in Cromwell in beautiful Central Otago. It’s a must do when you’re exploring the region – ideal for day trips because Highlands really does offer something fun and extraordinary for everyone. So whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, in a group, or with family, Highlands is an NZ must-do for the ride of your lives.
Reviewed By Mandanz - Queenstown, New Zealand
We had an Absolutely Fantastic morning at Highlands. They have amazing friendly staff, awesome go karts and go kart track, a wide variety of cars to view in the museum and lastly a hugely talented pro driver (Andrew) for a fast lap in the taxi. Thanks we loved every minute and look forward to our next visit. Highly recommend visiting, something for everyone, even if your not a car freak.
10. Forbury Park Raceway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By 422iana - Dunedin, New Zealand
Night at the races. Free entry with a bar and two restaurants. Betting either in the bar or online and get to watch the trots. They also do greyhound racing also here. Pleanty of parking inside and on the road.
