QUARRY KARTS
QUARRY KARTS
Located at the iconic and world-renowned Zip World Penrhyn Quarry site, Quarry Karts is the UK’s only mountain cart experience, seeing gravity fuelled three-wheelers descend an obstacle-filled 3 kilometre slate track. It all begins with transportation up to the top in our red, military trucks, with the start taking place 1,500 ft above sea level, where you’re treated to incredible views ahead of an intimidating descent that lasts around 3-5 minutes.
The unique vehicles have a low centre of gravity and a wide wheelbase, making them extra-stable, with hydraulic, independent disc brakes that allow you to slide and drift round corners. Pushing your driving ability to the limit are a series of obstacles including tunnels, chicanes and banked corners, while you get two runs included in your booking – so you can learn the ropes on your first attempt.
Given the challenging nature of this adventure, it’s only suitable for ages 15+, but it makes it a great choice for team building, stag dos and other group activities, with multiple karts on track at a time. If you love go-karting and driving days, this is a great way to enjoy a similar experience in the truly stunning setting of Snowdonia National Park, with far reaching views of the Ogwen Valley in one direction and the Menai Strait in the other. Just 20 minutes from Bangor and 30 minutes from Conwy, it’s a great holiday activity too.
Information
Pre-booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Some of our adventures have limits such as height, reach and weight.
Restrictions
Quarry Karts Restrictions
IMPORTANT NOTICE
It is mandatory in Wales to wear a face mask indoors at all times and for group sizes to be no larger than 6 people. Children under the age of 11 years are exempt from these rules.
Dress Appropriately
Long Sleeves & Trousers (T-shirts and Shorts Are Not Permitted)
Weight
Min 30kg Max 120kg
Height
Min (1.3m) Max (2.1m)
Age
Min 15yrs
15-17yrs require a participating adult
Ratio 1:3
Must not suffer from
Back Problems
Cognitive disabilities
Lower limb injuries that prevent you from keeping your feet on the kart pegs
Hand injuries that prevent the use of at least one brake
Anyone who is physically or mentally inadvertent to maintain control of the Kart for the duration of the activity
Riders should be able to maintain an upright seating position with hands and feet on the bars at all times, riders must be able to keep control the kart for the duration of the experience
There are other medical restrictions that may preclude participation, for full details please see our Medical Conditions.