Do you have to book the Luge Rotorua?
Do I need to make a booking? Bookings are not required for the Gondola, Luge or activities but are essential for Stratosfare Restaurant & Stargazing at Skyline. Book Online or contact the reservations team via email or phone 07 347 0027.
How long does it take to do the Luge Rotorua?
around 15-20 minutes
Answer – One luge ride takes around 15-20 minutes from the time you start the ride until you return to the top via the chairlift.
Can you walk up to the Rotorua Luge?
You can do this in Queenstown as there were walking tracks up the hil separate from and alongside the mountain biking paths.
Is the Luge open during Covid?
Is the Luge operating as normal? Yes, but with extra safety measures in place! We encourage guests to use extra hand sanitisers, available at the top and bottom Luge stations. All guests are required to wear masks and maintain safe physical distancing.
Is there a weight limit for luge?
Garments must meet a number of requirements and are limited to 8.8 pounds of maximum weight. Luge runners may not be heated and are checked before each run. Winners are determined by the aggregate times of four runs for singles and two runs for doubles.
Can children go on the Luge?
Minimum 6 years of age and 110cm or taller to ride the Luge alone. Children under the age of 6 years or who are shorter than the minimum height of 110cm can ride in tandem with a responsible adult.
How do you go faster on a Luge?
The luger maximizes his starting speed by rocking himself back and forth using the side handles shown, to build up speed, before launching himself forward. After release, he further increases his speed by pushing off the ice with his hands.
Can I do the Luge pregnant?
Health conditions and pregnancy. To ride the Luge you must be in good health and be free of heart conditions, motion sickness, back problems or other physical limitations. For safety reasons, we do not allow expectant mothers to ride the Luge.