Bookings open for Zeekr's first ice-driving experience in the Southern Hemisphere
Bookings are open for Zeekr On Ice, the Southern Hemisphere's first Zeekr electried ice-driving experience, at New Zealand's renowned Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds in Queenstown this August.
With only a handful of spaces available globally, Zeekr On Ice offers a select group of New Zealand guests the chance to get behind the wheel of vehicles from Zeekr's future product portfolio before they reach market.
This is an invitation into the world of Zeekr on a level usually reserved for engineers and insiders, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Southern Alps.
Each package includes a two-night luxury escape at Millbrook Resort in Queenstown and a full day behind the wheel of Zeekr's latest electric vehicles at the Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds.
Participants will drive a curated selection of Zeekr vehicles, including, for the first time in New Zealand, the performance-focused Zeekr 7GT, highly anticipated Zeekr 8X and flagship Zeekr 9X, as well as the Zeekr X and Zeekr 7X.
Guests will experience firsthand how the brand combines premium craftsmanship, intelligent innovation and engaging performance across its evolving portfolio.
New Zealand guests can choose from two exclusive Zeekr On Ice experiences:
- 19 to 21 August 2026
- 20 to 22 August 2026
Dane Fisher, Group General Manager at NordEast Vehicle Distributors, said:
"Zeekr On Ice gives a select group of New Zealanders the opportunity to drive future Zeekr models long before they reach market, at one of the world's most demanding proving grounds. It's a unique experience that showcases the performance, technology and capability that define the Zeekr brand."
Set against the dramatic backdrop of New Zealand's Southern Alps, Zeekr On Ice provides the ultimate proving ground for guests to experience the confidence, precision and dynamic capability of Zeekr vehicles.
The snow and ice circuits of the Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds provide the perfect environment to experience the engineering that underpins every Zeekr vehicle, current and future.
Each vehicle will be thoroughly tested across a comprehensive driving programme designed by world-class ice-driving instructors, including:
- Vehicle dynamics training
- Slalom courses
- Controlled power slides
- Gymkhana circuits
- Hot laps with professional drivers
Premium itinerary
Beyond the track, guests will enjoy a premium itinerary including:
- Two nights at the luxurious Millbrook Resort, a five-star alpine sanctuary nestled at the foot of New Zealand's Southern Alps
- Premium welcome and celebration dinners curated for an exclusive clientele
- Expert coaching from world-class ice-driving instructors
- Helicopter transfer off the mountain, providing a breathtaking finale showcasing the dramatic Southern Alps from above
- Complete concierge service with seamless airport and ground transfers
Pricing
Driver Package
NZD $5,500, GST included
Includes:
- Full-day ice-driving programme
- Access to Zeekr's current and future vehicle line-up
- Expert coaching
- Two nights at Millbrook Resort
- Premium hospitality
- Helicopter flight off the mountain
- All ground transfers
- Bespoke Zeekr gifting
Spectator Package
From NZD $1,500, GST included
Includes:
- Two nights at Millbrook Resort
- Premium hospitality
- Helicopter flight off the mountain
- All ground transfers
- Bespoke Zeekr gifting
Flights are not included. Terms and conditions apply.
Event details
Choose from one of two packages:
- 19 to 21 August 2026, with the ice-driving experience taking place on 20 August
- 20 to 22 August 2026, with the ice-driving experience taking place on 21 August
Location: Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds, Queenstown, New Zealand
Eligibility: Drivers must be aged 25 years or over and hold a valid driver's licence.
Bookings: Contact your local dealer: