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Darwin Kart Hire

⭐⭐⭐⭐½4.8/5 (191 reviews)
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Experience
Outdoor petrol karting
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Track
1,035m circuit · Hidden Valley
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Karts
Birel Art · junior · dual-seat
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Ages
Juniors 120cm/7+ · passengers 4+
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Format
Arrive & drive · electronic timing
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Best for
Parties · corporate · families
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Where
10 min from Darwin CBD
Rating
4.8 / 5 (191)

About Darwin Kart Hire

Darwin Kart Hire runs at the Hidden Valley Motorsport Complex, about 10 minutes from Darwin's CBD, so you're racing at a genuine motorsport facility rather than a carpark. The 1,035-metre outdoor circuit mixes fast-flowing corners with challenging chicanes, and the venue fields a proper fleet: 20 Italian-designed Birel Art Ricciardo karts with 10hp Honda engines, faster Challenge karts, a SODI dual-seat kart for passengers and four adjustable Junior karts. Every kart carries electronic lap timing and up to 16 can run at once, with arrive-and-drive sessions of 10, 15 or 20 minutes plus Grand Prix packages featuring practice, heats and trophies. A streamlined booking process and fast, professional team make it one of Darwin's top-rated activities for locals and visitors alike.

1,035m outdoor circuitBirel Art Ricciardo kartsJunior & dual-seat kartsElectronic timingGrand Prix packages

The karts & track

  • The circuit1,035 metres of fast-flowing corners and challenging chicanes at the Hidden Valley Motorsport Complex, with up to 16 karts on track at once.
  • Tier One kartsA fleet of 20 Italian-designed Birel Art Ricciardo karts powered by 10hp Honda engines.
  • Challenge kartAn 11hp kart that laps roughly three seconds quicker — for confident drivers chasing the fastest times.
  • Junior & dual-seat kartsFour fully adjustable Junior karts with optional speed limiting for ages 7+ (minimum 120cm), plus a SODI 2Drive dual-seat kart for parents with young children or passengers with disabilities (passengers 4+).
  • Timing & Grand PrixElectronic timing on every kart, with Mini, Maxi and Mega Grand Prix packages bundling practice, heats and trophies.

Good to know

  • Getting thereAt 67 Hidden Valley Rd, Hidden Valley — about 10 minutes from Darwin's CBD, within the motorsport complex.
  • Opening daysGenerally Wednesday–Friday 9am–5pm and Saturday–Sunday 11am–6pm; closed Monday and Tuesday. After-hours events can be arranged. Confirm current hours before visiting.
  • Ages & heightsJunior karts suit ages 7+ at a minimum 120cm; the dual-seat kart carries passengers aged 4+; Grand Prix events are for ages 16+.
  • What to wearEnclosed footwear is essential. Helmets are supplied (or bring your own to AS1698), and scarves, hijabs and similar loose garments are not permitted for safety.
  • BookingBookings are by phone on 0428 486 868. Walk-ins are welcome on weekdays but booking is essential on weekends; arrive about 30 minutes early.

FAQ

Where is Darwin Kart Hire?
It operates at the Hidden Valley Motorsport Complex, about 10 minutes from Darwin's CBD, on a 1,035-metre outdoor circuit.
What karts can I drive?
The fleet includes 20 Birel Art Ricciardo karts with 10hp Honda engines, a quicker 11hp Challenge kart, a SODI dual-seat kart for passengers, and four adjustable Junior karts.
Can children drive or ride along?
Yes. Junior karts suit ages 7+ at a minimum height of 120cm, and the dual-seat kart can carry passengers aged 4+, including young children or passengers with disabilities.
How long are the sessions?
Arrive-and-drive sessions run 10, 15 or 20 minutes, and Grand Prix packages (Mini, Maxi and Mega) add practice, heats and trophies.
Do I need to book?
Bookings are by phone on 0428 486 868. Walk-ins are welcome on weekdays, but booking is essential on weekends — arrive about 30 minutes early.

Quick facts

  • ExperienceOutdoor karting
  • Track1,035m circuit
  • KartsBirel Art · junior · dual-seat
  • Sessions10 / 15 / 20 min
  • Min (junior)120cm · age 7+
  • Rating4.8 / 5 (191)

Contact Information

Address
67 Hidden Valley Rd, Hidden Valley NT 0822, Hidden Valley, Northern Territory

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