KartSport Wellington at Kaitoke
About Kartsport Wellington
KartSport Wellington is an owner-driver club at the 772-metre Kaitoke circuit on Summit Road in Upper Hutt. The track opened in 1978, can be raced in both directions and has a ten-metre elevation change, with club days, scheduled events and member practice forming its core activity. This is not ordinary walk-in rental karting: newcomers are encouraged to watch a race day or use a published Have-a-Go route before progressing through club membership, track-access approval and a KartSport New Zealand licence.
Activities
Owner/driver karting
Junior/cadet karting
Facilities
Parking
Cooked food
Detailed guide
The Kaitoke kart circuit
KartSport Wellington has raced at Kaitoke since 1978. The current 772m outdoor layout can run in both directions and uses a ten-metre elevation change, with a clubhouse deck overlooking the circuit.
Getting into karting
- Start by watching: the club recommends attending a race day to meet members and understand the format.
- Have-a-Go: published trial opportunities provide a route before committing to a kart and membership.
- Membership: regular track use requires the appropriate KartSport Wellington membership.
- Licence: racing and approved practice require a current KartSport New Zealand licence.
Practice and safety
- Do not practise alone: another capable person must be present at the circuit.
- Separate categories: Cadet, Mini Rok, Junior and Senior sessions cannot be mixed.
- Protective equipment: drivers and karts must comply with current KartSport New Zealand rules.
- Track time: sessions are limited when others are waiting, and closure notices override normal access.
Facilities and visiting
- Club days: the café serves food and drink, with a licensed bar after racing.
- Spectators: the site has a full-track viewing area, outdoor deck and a gated play area.
- Parking: two large car parks, trailer spaces and covered kartports are published.
- Check the calendar: race meetings, working bees and other events can close the circuit to practice.
