Driving Experiences Tailem Bend
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Driver Experience - Private Session (Custom)
- From AU$0.00
Driver Experience - Guest lunch booking
- From AU$30.00
Breakfast and Bends
- From AU$39.00
Lunch and Laps
- From AU$59.00
Hot Lap Experience - V8 Mustang
- From AU$165.00
Hot Lap Experience - Rally Car
- From AU$185.00
Formula Car Drive Experience add-on - Platinum Driver Experience
- From AU$250.00
V8 Mustang Drive Experience - 6 Laps
- From AU$319.00
Hot Lap Experience - Formula Car
- From AU$335.00
Drive Experience V8 Mustang - 5 Laps (15+ km)
- From AU$335.00
Hot Lap Experience - Formula Car and V8 Mustang Combo
- From AU$455.00
Formula Car Hot Laps and V8 Mustang Drive Combo
- From AU$479.00
Driver Experience - Half Day - Supercars Special!
- From AU$599.00
From AU$0.00
Driver Experience - Private Session (Custom)
Shell V-Power Motorsport Park is a world class motorsport facility, combining the second longest permanent racetrack in the world, with a range of event spaces, exhilarating experiences, four star hotel and restaurant. Come and see why we were awarded the 2019 International Motorsport Facility of the Year and 2020 Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Bookings for custom Experience Packages - please click 'Book Now' and complete form.
Photos for illustration only. Experiences vary for each event.
Requirements:
- Participants must be 21 years or older and be confident with a manual transmission.
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes.
- Helmet will be supplied.
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$30.00
Driver Experience - Guest lunch booking
Register guests for lunch.
This is for extra guests who will be accompanying Driver Experience participants, and would like to be included in the lunch.
$30 per person. Pre-registration and payment is required.
Start and finish times are approximate.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$39.00
Breakfast and Bends
Start the day the right way! Enjoy a few laps of Shell V-Power Motorsport Park in your own car, followed by a delicious breakfast.
$39 gets you a cruise on the circuit (behind a pace car) plus a delicious full buffet breakfast at our APEX Bar x Dining Restaurant.
All drivers and passengers must pre-book. Bookings close 8am Friday 16th August.
Schedule
- Arrive: 8:00am
- Cruise laps: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Breakfast served: 9:00am - 10:00am
All cars welcome. Parking will take place on the main race paddock next to the Welcome Centre.
You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waiver. The waiver must be completed prior to the activity.
If you're interested in just breakfast (without the tracktime), please give APEX Bar x Dining a call on 8165 5730.
Be a good egg and please enter and leave the venue responsibly. If you wish to go fast, please check out our track options here: https://www.thebend.com.au/get-on-track
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$59.00
Lunch and Laps
Enjoy a few laps of Shell V-Power Motorsport Park in your own car, followed by a delicious lunch.
Saturday 5th July 2025
Track cruise will be during the lunch break of our Premium Members Day - You are welcome to make a day of it and arrive earlier and/or stay later to watch the cars on track (free for spectators).
$59 gets you a cruise on the circuit (at road speed behind a pace car) plus a delicious lunch at our APEX Bar x Dining Restaurant.
$29 for children under 12.
All drivers and passengers must pre-book. Bookings close at 12pm Thursday 3rd July.
Lunch will be a set menu provided on the day after the cruise laps.
Please advise of any special dietary requirements on the booking page.
All cars welcome. Parking will take place on the main race paddock next to the Welcome Centre.
You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waiver. All drivers and passengers must complete the waiver prior to the activity.
If you're interested in just lunch (without the tracktime), please give APEX Bar x Dining a call on 8165 5730.
Be a good egg and please enter and leave the venue responsibly. If you wish to go fast, please check out our track options here: https://www.thebend.com.au/get-on-track
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$165.00
Hot Lap Experience - V8 Mustang
Experience the thrill of a professional racing driver taking you around our 3.41km West Circuit for 3 laps (twice down the main straight) in our track-prepared V8 Ford Mustang!
MINIMUM AGE
Participants must be 14 years or older.WHAT TO WEAR
Long sleeves and enclosed shoes are mandatory. Helmets and hair-nets will be provided.LOCATION
543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend SA 5260On-site parking is available.
SIGN-ON
Please arrive to the Welcome Centre 15-30 minutes prior to your experience and sign on at Motorsport Reception. You will be issued a wristband after completing your waiver. Our car museum will be open to the public.SCHEDULE
Sessions run on an hourly basis and we aim to provide your experience within the hour. This on-track activity will last roughly 5 minutes.BELONGINGS
You are welcome to carry personal items in your pockets as long as they are secure during your on-track activity. We also have lockers available for bags and purses. Alternatively you can leave your belongings with a guest.GUESTS
Friends and family are welcome to join you in the Welcome Centre for sign-on and can watch your experience on Level 1 at our APEX Bar x Dining Restaurant or Level 4 on our Sky Deck.ON-SITE RESTAURANT
Wine and dine after your experience at our on-site restaurant overlooking the track.Apex Bar x Dining
(08) 8165 5730
Lunch: Wednesday – Sunday From 12pm
Dinner: Friday 6pm – Late, Saturday 5pm – Late
Bar open Tuesday – Sunday 11am – 8.30pm
ON-SITE ACCOMMODATION
Turn your visit into a trip by staying at our renowned on-site accommodation.Rydges Pit Lane Hotel
(08) 8165 5730
(08) 8165 5740
GIFT VOUCHERS
Buy this experience as a gift for a loved one.- 1 year validity
- 3 year validity
By clicking 'Book Now' you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$185.00
Hot Lap Experience - Rally Car
Get your blood pumping with 3 laps of our off-road rally track as a passenger in our rally prepared Subaru. Only $185!
If you would like to buy a 12 month gift card, Click Here
Requirements:
- Participants must be 14 years or older
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Helmets will be supplied
Gift vouchers purchased at this price are valid for 12 months for the date of purchase. To purchase a gift voucher valid for 3 years, click here.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$250.00
Formula Car Drive Experience add-on - Platinum Driver Experience
Excusive offer for Platinum Driver Experience customers!
Experience the thrill of race speeds as you drive for 5 laps around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park's circuit in our Formula race car.
Requirements:
- Participants must be 21 years or older and hold a road drivers licence.
- Participants must be proficient with a manual transmission.
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes.
- Suit & helmet will be supplied
- Formula Car Weight limit: 100kg (16.5 stone), Height limit: 153 cm - 185 cm (5.0’ up to 6’0”)
Welcome Centre Car Display access included.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$319.00
V8 Mustang Drive Experience - 6 Laps
Australia's only Ford factory backed V8 Mustang track experience!
Hold on tight as you experience the thrill of race speeds as you drive for with 6 laps around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park's world-renowned circuit in our track prepared V8 Ford Mustang.
Requirements:
- Participants must 21 years or older and hold a road drivers licence and be confident with a manual transmission.
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes.
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Helmet will be supplied
Please note: Experiences are booked in 1 hour time slots. For example, if you book a 10am session you will be in the car at some time between 10am and 11am. We endeavour to start and finish sessions on time, however occasionally delays occur on the day.
The track layout used may vary from time to time based on operational requirements. Where a different track is used, the number of laps will be adjusted to provide equivalent track time.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$335.00
Hot Lap Experience - Formula Car
Hold on tight as you experience Exhilarating race speeds with 10+ km (3 laps) around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park’s WEST circuit as a passenger in our Formula open wheel race car.
If you would like to buy 12 month gift card, Click Here
Requirements:
- Participants must be 14 years or older
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes
- Helmets will be supplied
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Formula Car Weight limit: 100kg (16.5 stone), Height limit: 153 cm - 185 cm (5.0’ up to 6’0”)
Gift vouchers purchased at this price are valid for 12 months for the date of purchase. To purchase a gift voucher valid for 3 years, click here.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$335.00
Drive Experience V8 Mustang - 5 Laps (15+ km)
Australia's only Ford factory backed V8 Mustang track experience!
Experience the thrill of race speeds as you drive for 15+ km (5 laps) around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park's WEST circuit in our track prepared V8 Ford Mustang.
Requirements:
- Participants must be 21 years or older and hold a road drivers licence.
- Participants must be proficient with a manual transmission.
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes.
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Helmet will be supplied
If you would like to buy a 12 month gift card, Click Here
Please note: Experiences are booked in 1 hour time slots. For example, if you book a 10am session you will be in the car at some time between 10am and 11am. We endeavour to start and finish sessions on time, however occasionally delays occur on the day.
The track layout used may vary from time to time based on operational requirements. Where a different track is used, the number of laps will be adjusted to provide equivalent track time.
Gift vouchers purchased at this price are valid for 12 months for the date of purchase. To purchase a gift voucher valid for 3 years, click here.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$455.00
Hot Lap Experience - Formula Car and V8 Mustang Combo
Hold on tight as you experience the thrill of race speeds with 3 laps (10+ km) around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park's WEST circuit as a passenger in our Formula open wheel race car, AND 3 laps (10+ km) as a passenger in our track prepared V8 Mustang.
If you would like to buy a 12 month gift card, Click Here
Requirements:
- Participants must be 14 years or older
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Helmets will be supplied
- Formula Car Weight limit: 100kg (16.5 stone), Height limit: 153 cm - 185 cm (5.0’ up to 6’0”)
Gift vouchers purchased at this price are valid for 12 months for the date of purchase. To purchase a gift voucher valid for 3 years, click here.
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Experience Program Terms & Conditions and The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$479.00
Formula Car Hot Laps and V8 Mustang Drive Combo
Hold on tight as you experience the thrill of race speeds with 3 laps (10+ km) around Shell V-Power Motorsport Park's WEST circuit as a passenger in our Formula open wheel race car and then hop in the drivers seat of our track prepared V8 Mustang for 5 laps (15+ km).
Requirements:
- Participants must be 21 years or older and hold a road drivers licence.
- Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes
- You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.
- Helmets will be supplied.
- Formula Weight limit: 100kg (16.5 stone), Height limit: 153 cm - 185 cm (5.0’ up to 6’0”)
By clicking 'book now' you agree to The Bend Motorsport Park Terms & Conditions.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
From AU$599.00
Driver Experience - Half Day - Supercars Special!
SUPERCARS SPECIAL!
$200 DISCOUNT SUPERCARS WEEK ONLY!
Welcome to Shell V-Power Motorsport Park’s Driver Experience Program – Australia’s premier motorsport experience.
Experience 4 amazing vehicles, across The Bend’s multi-discipline facility in one adrenaline fueled day. This unique experience is your chance to drive a range of performance and specialty vehicles at full speed!
Experience Snapshot
- Choose 2 of the following:
- Drive a HOLDEN V8 RACE CAR
- Drive a 5L V8 FORD MUSTANG - 5 Litre V8 Power!
- Passenger Hot Lap in the awesome FORMULA TOYOTA 2 SEATER!
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Drive a CLUBMAN RACE CAR - a light and nimble Toyota powered 4AGE 1600cc race car.
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Drive the GO KARTS - South Australia' s fastest go karts on our international spec circuit.
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A FREE Bend hat with all bookings!
Requirements:
· Participants must be 21 years or older and hold a road drivers licence and confident with a manual transmission.
· Participants must wear full length wrist to ankle clothing and closed in shoes.
· You will receive an email with a link to our electronic waivers a few days prior to the experience. The waivers must be completed prior to the activity.Suit & helmet will be supplied
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1
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Address:
- 5260
- Tailem Bend
- South Australia
Maps and directions used on our website are for guide purposes only. Please use the directions supplied with your booking confirmation when making travel arrangements.
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Venue Ref: 1014370-6