About Off Road Rush
Off Road Rush is a you-drive off-road experience at Alberton, between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, where you get behind the wheel of a supplied off-road race buggy on a purpose-built dirt circuit. The headline machines are a raw, big-bore V8 race buggy ("big, loud and wild") and a lighter turbo buggy that's quick through the corners — and most packages mix your own self-drive laps with hot laps alongside a professional driver. It's a family-run operation, and reviewers repeatedly mention how welcoming the team is, including with guests who have mobility challenges. The turbo-buggy hot laps come up again and again as the highlight, with some comparing them to a rollercoaster. A few drivers note that speeds can feel managed on certain packages, so it's worth checking exactly what's included before you book.
You-drive buggiesV8 & turboSelf-drive + hot lapsGift experiencesFamily-run
FAQ
Do I drive the buggy myself or ride along?
Both. Off Road Rush is a you-drive experience where you drive a supplied off-road buggy yourself on self-drive laps, and most packages also include hot laps with a professional driver at the wheel.
What vehicles will I drive?
The fleet centres on off-road race buggies — a raw, big-bore V8 buggy and a lighter, turbocharged turbo buggy that's quick through the corners. The vehicles are supplied, so you don't need to bring your own.
Where is the Gold Coast circuit?
The circuit is on Loves Road, Alberton, in south-east Queensland — conveniently placed between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Is it a good gift experience?
Yes. It is a popular gift and group activity, and the family-run team is frequently praised for being welcoming, including to guests with mobility challenges.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm the lap count and the self-drive versus hot-lap mix for your chosen package, plus any minimum age, height or licence requirements, directly with the operator. Some drivers note speeds can feel managed on certain packages.