Around the Basin
Queenstown cycle adventures
The Wakatipu Basin is one of the most beautiful areas of New Zealand renowned for it's spectacular scenery. The purpose built Wakatipu Cycle Trails wander through the basin, past two lakes, three river gorges, historic Arrowtown, the wine area of Gibbston
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Shuttle with us from Queenstown to Arrowtown. Ride along the Arrow River Trail toward Morven Ferry Intersection - follow the Twin Rivers Trail along the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers to the shores of Lake Wakatipu and onward to Queenstown Bay. You'll have to be fast to achieve this in a half day so we do recommend it as a full day ride allowing you time to enjoy the sites and café stops. A great day out exploring the trails.
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This Full Day Self-Guided Tour begins with a scenic shuttle transfer from central Queenstown to the historic gold mining village of Arrowtown. Once fitted to your mountain bike you will be give an extensive briefing, covering trail navigation, bike safety and most importantly; winery information. After this you may choose to enjoy one of the many great cafes and explore Arrowtown or just get straight into your scenic ride along the beautiful Arrow River Trail.The Arrow River Trail will lead you downstream to the Kawarau River and onward to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge - home of the world famous Bungy jump.From Bungy bike at your leisure along the Gibbston River Trail using our informative winery map with exclusive offers to visit as many of the 8+ wineries linked throughout this 8kms of easy riding trail. Enjoy a relaxed lunch en-route or picnic at one of the many Wineries.
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Your four hour supported adventure biking the Queenstown Trails begins at either 9am or 1pm with a scenic transfer from your Queenstown accommodation through to the historic gold mining village of Arrowtown. From here you will follow the beautiful Arrow River Trail down stream to where it meets the Karawau River. You'll ride across 2 spectacular suspension bridges and then join the original miners trail that crosses the famous Kawarau suspension bridge, home of the the worlds first Bungy jump. You'll finish your ride with a relaxed and complimentary wine tasting in the Gibbston Valley, before being delivered back to Queenstown.Thorough directions, a map and trail tips are given at the start of your adventure, along with driver and vehicle support at designated points throughout your ride along this 15km off-road trail.
Queenstown Trails Ultimate Ride - Electrified
Tour Operator: Around the Basin
New Zealand
8 hours
30 km
Leisure
Off-road
Self-Guided
Supported
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Starting with a 9am pick up from your Queenstown accommodation we will deliver you to Queenstown Bay, here you are given thorough directions, a map and trail tips before setting off on your electric bike following the shore of Lake Wakatipu to the Frankton Marina. After a morning tea stop at the historic Boatshed Cafe we drive you to the heart of the Wakatipu Basin for more scenic riding. Pause for a picnic lunch and explore historic Arrowtown, then set off biking along the beautiful Arrow and Kawarau Rivers to the Historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge - home of the famous Kawarau Bungy. Finish with a short ride through the Gibbston Valley and enjoy a relaxing wine tasting before we transport you back to your Queenstown accommodation - Shuttle arrives back in Queenstown at 5pm (approx).This trip can be catered to any level of rider and is well supported along the way. Distances can be tailored to your needs with vehicle support at designated points along the trail allowing you to hitch a ride if required. Approximate biking distance is 30kms - all off-road.