Thrillzone in Queenstown offers a cutting-edge Outdoor Escape Adventure combining puzzles, augmented reality, and urban exploration. Tackle three storylines on foot while navigating Queenstown’s vibrant cityscape.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking 2 kilometers on city streets for up to two hours.
Wildlife
History
Queenstown’s development as a gold mining town in the 1860s laid the groundwork for its thriving tourism scene today.
Conservation
Thrillzone encourages responsible play that respects Queenstown’s urban environment and native wildlife habitats.
Thrillzone
Thrillzone in Queenstown offers a cutting-edge Outdoor Escape Adventure combining puzzles, augmented reality, and urban exploration. Tackle three storylines on foot while navigating Queenstown’s vibrant cityscape.
Thrillzone is a multi-attraction entertainment venue located in Queenstown, Otago. The business offers a broad range of immersive experiences including Hologate VR, Omni VR multiplayer, DX Race Simulator, and New Zealand's only glow-in-the-dark indoor mini golf, Putt n’ Glow.
Thrillzone also operates a variety of escape experiences: indoor VR Escape Rooms, themed adventures such as Jackpot in the Miner's Cottage and Gold Heist in the Gold Rush, plus outdoor escape games like The Lost Artifact and the Outdoor Escape Adventure. Birthday Parties and Kidz Club packages are available, with customised durations and catering options to suit families and groups.
For groups who prefer outdoor activities, Frisbee Golf rentals include high-quality discs, a digital map and online scorecard. Many experiences include collaborative gameplay and team elements; for example, VR Escape Rooms provide team photos and character-based puzzles, while Outdoor Escape Adventure blends scavenger hunts, augmented reality and multiple difficulty levels. Sessions range from short 30-minute experiences such as the Race Car Simulator to longer 1.5-hour adventures like Jackpot in the Miner's Cottage.
The venue positions itself as a versatile events provider for birthdays, group outings and family visits in Queenstown. Staff support logistics for tailored parties and manage bookings for individual passes such as the 1-Hour Pass and Delux Deal options. Thrillzone's programming focuses on accessible play for diverse ages and interests within a compact Queenstown entertainment facility.
Bookings are available online or by contacting the venue directly for groups.
Location
Queenstown, Otago
Central Queenstown entertainment venue.
Experiences
16 experiences
VR, escape, mini golf and outdoor games.
Party Options
Customisable packages
Durations and catering can be tailored.
VR & Tech
Omni & Hologate VR
Advanced immersive VR systems on site.
Reserve VR sessions, escape rooms, mini golf or a tailored birthday party — quick online booking and group options available.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
You’ll cover about 2 kilometers over varied urban terrain; supportive shoes make the experience more enjoyable.
Charge Your Mobile Device
The game relies on augmented reality and geolocation, so ensure your phone is fully charged before starting.
Dress for Variable Weather
Queenstown weather can shift quickly; bring waterproof layers and sun protection for comfort.
Book Ahead to Secure Your Spot
Popular with tourists and locals, Thrillzone’s Outdoor Escape Adventure can fill up—reserve your session early.
Smartphone with AR capability
Required to engage fully with augmented reality features and navigation.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry amid Queenstown’s unpredictable spring showers.
spring
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven pavement and urban terrain comfortably.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protects against high UV exposure during summer daytime play.
summer