PALMERSTON NORTH VR FIELD GUIDE
Send It Sideways — Sim-Drifting at The Cave, Palmerston North
A 1–2 hour sim-drifting session at The Cave designed for beginners and families, with expert Sim hosts, a variety of cars and tracks, and guided instruction.
Send It Sideways — Sim-Drifting at The Cave, Palmerston North.
At The Cave in Palmerston North you can learn to drift in a controlled, simulator environment — a 1–2 hour session that’s pitched at first-timers and families, letting you choose from a wide range of cars and tracks while expert hosts coach you through the basics and the thrills.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Short, focused sessions
Sessions run 1–2 hours, making this a compact, high-intensity hangout for small crews or families who want a single, focused block of coaching and track time.
A huge range of cars — including D1NZ machines
Pick your favourite cars or take one of the D1NZ machines for a spin across multiple tracks; the variety lets groups trade cars and experiment with different setups.
Expert Sim hosts on hand
Hosts welcome you on arrival, introduce the sim racing equipment, set up comms for the group and provide hands-on guidance as you learn handbrake and clutch techniques.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
Arrival begins with check-in and a tour of the facilities and Sim Racing equipment; hosts then help you choose car and track, configure settings and comms, and stay with the group throughout the 1–2 hour session to coach and keep things running smoothly.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should pause.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run for 1–2 hours; expect a compact sequence of check-in, setup and coached driving.
Bring your booking confirmation and arrive 5–10 minutes early to allow time for check-in and setup.
On arrival staff will welcome you, give a tour of the facilities and introduce the Sim Racing equipment; hosts will then set up comms and controls for the group.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a drifting session?
Sessions run 1–2 hours.
What is the minimum age to participate?
The minimum age is 10.
Is there a height requirement?
Yes — the minimum height is 150 cm.
Can beginners take part?
Yes — the experience is suitable for first-timers and is family-friendly, with hosts to guide novices.
How do I book a session?
Book online from the calendar by selecting a date, timeslot and number of players; you will receive a booking confirmation by email.
What should I do before my booking?
Bring your booking confirmation and arrive 5–10 minutes early to allow time for check-in, game selection and setup.