New Zealand · BIKE TOURS IN WANAKA
The 7 best bike tours in Wanaka you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Bike e-bikes on Wanaka and Hawea trails with shuttle, helmet and 8L trunk bag. Family-friendly gravel river ride, self-guided.
“Fantastic views and great bikes. Really good instruction on the route and back up from James. If you’re not used to cycling far then opt for an e-bike. Great trails, a bit challenging in places.”
Pedal from Lake Hāwea to Wānaka on river trails, with quality bikes, shuttle pickup, and an Albert Town stop. E-bikes available.
“Our guide James was amazing. He took the time to show us various location points as we went up to Hawea drop of point, so we wouldn't get lost. The bikes were perfect and great quality. Much better than the Queenstown one i hired the week before. Highly recommend NZbiketrails and the actual trail ride is easy with amazing scenery!”
E-bike from Lake Hawea to Wanaka on the Hawea River Track, with pickup options, a bakery stop, and strong motors for an easy 30 km ride.
“This eBike trip was a highlight of our vacation. Mark does a fantastic job of explaining the route and giving tips. You guide yourself back to the starting point where we met Mark. The trails are beautiful. The bikes had strong motors and plenty of battery. The scenery is extraordinarily beautiful. Can’t recommend this highly enough.”
Shuttle to Lake Hawea, then bike or e-bike the Gladstone Track and trails back to Wānaka, with road-free scenery and support.
“James our guide was lovely and gave us lots of tips and made sure we were set up before setting off. Look we got lost a bit around lake Hawea but that was part of the fun. Locals were so friendly and happy to help. E-bikes were great, easy to use and would definitely recommend them for this track if you haven’t been on a bike for a while. The only hiccup was booking the E-bike. We ended but booking normal bikes but don’t worry if it happens to you NZ bike carry extra e bikes. Fantastic way to see the countryside.”
Ride 4WD Yamaha quad bikes through Cardrona Valley near Wanaka, with heated grips and guided trails for all skill levels. 1 to 2 hours.
“Amazing experience. The guide was knowledgeable about the area and supportive of all riders no matter their experience. very enjoyable even in the terrible rain (something they couldn't control). would recommend to anyone no matter the whether.”
Cycle the Lake Dunstan Trail from Cromwell to Clyde with e-bikes and Wanaka shuttle return, plus iconic clip-ons and bridges.
“cycle trip was fantastic. the help and advice from David Ian and melissa was invaluable. David gave excellent advice about the trail and the cycling skill level required”
E-bike Hawea River Track from Lake Hawea to Wanaka, small group ride with bakery stop, great local food and drink, and careful guidance.
“De hele tocht een adembenemend uitzicht. Marc, de gids, was heel kundig, gezellig, oplettend en betrokken”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
