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Intermediate 4WD & Recovery Course
Highlights
- Master rugged terrain with expert guidance, enhancing your confidence and skill in navigating challenging off-road conditions.
- Experience hands-on vehicle recovery techniques, ensuring safety and preparedness for any adventure ahead.
- Engage in practical inspections and safety checks, boosting your ability to maintain your 4WD in the field.
- Enjoy the thrill of a night drive, adding excitement and a unique challenge to your off-road training experience.
PNL 4WDriving’s Intermediate Four Wheel Drive and Recovery Course is a jam packed two-days, combining theory and practical knowledge. Designed to build your skills in navigating rugged terrain, performing vehicle recoveries, and carrying out vehicle inspections in off-road conditions.
Whether you’re driving for work or weekend adventures, this nationally accredited course will improve your capability, safety, and confidence behind the wheel.
During the course, you will learn how to select and apply the correct gear, range, and driving techniques for different off-road environments. You will develop the skills to confidently drive a 4WD vehicle across challenging terrain, including steep and uneven surfaces as well as water crossings. The training also covers how to perform basic vehicle recoveries using standard recovery equipment, along with how to carry out routine inspections and essential safety checks while in the field.
You will get to experience the unique challenge of a night drive (not for mixed online).
All passing students receive a Certificate of Attainment for your completed nationally recognised qualifications and a course manual for future reference and revision (not for mixed online).
Also available in a Mixed Online format – one day online theory, one day onsite practical. Approximately 10 hours each.
Itinerary highlights
Marysville State Forest
Scenic 4WDriving just 1.5 hours drive north east of Melbourne.
Learn theory in our specialised training area, then practice your skills four wheel driving on real bush tracks with hills, mud, and fantastic birdlife.
4×4 through lush eucalypt forests, giant Mountain Ash trees in the magnificent Marysville State Forest with dramatic views.
Stay overnight in the local area and learn just as much on the second day.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
PNL 4WDriving – Narbethong
PNL-4WDriving are the go-to provider for professional four-wheel drive training in Victoria.
They teach you to drive your 4×4 in a safe and environmentally friendly way. Gain confidence in your abilities and those of your vehicle, and take your vehicle to all the places you want to visit.
Whether you’re chasing thrill-seeking experiences, enjoying time in the great outdoors, or simply want to get off the beaten track, 4WDriving offers all of that and more. It can also be a valuable qualification for your career, or a way to enjoy quality time with family and friends.
Come explore Narbethong, a town in central Victoria, located on the Maroondah Highway, nestled at the end of the Black Spur. It is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by lush forests, midway between Healesville and Marysville..
PNL-4WD offer a wide range of Nationally Recognised Courses available for public, private and corporate customers include Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, 4WDrive Instructor. They are a Registered Training Organisation that can issue Nationally Recognised Qualifications (the same as any TAFE or University.)
PNL-4WD also host fun one day Tag-Along tours. A guided 4WD experience, designed for visitors, new drivers, and those wanting an adventurous day exploring Victoria’s great outdoors. It is a relaxed and supportive introduction to off-road driving, without the pressure of a formal training course.
Held year round and access is not restrictive.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Outdoors NSW & ACT
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
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