
Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure
About This Experience
Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality bike, and receive all the tips you need. Follow the breathtaking Arrow River Trail, crossing a spectacular suspension bridge before joining the Twin Rivers Trail. Ride alongside the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers with sweeping views, fun undulations, and a few rewarding climbs to Queenstown. Covering 36 km, the ride takes 3.5–4 hours. An electric bike option makes the climbs easier and lets you enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace. Finish in the heart of Queenstown at Around The Basin’s shop (3 Searle Lane), leaving you with a real sense of achievement and memories of one of the town's most unforgettable adventures. Shuttle departures from Queenstown: • SUMMER (1 Sept – 30 Apr): 9:00 am • WINTER (1 May – 31 Aug): 10:00 am
What's Included
- ✓On-call support for bike issues or navigation
- ✓One-way shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
- ✓Knowledgeable driver
- ✓Trail map and local tips
- ✓Helmet
- ✓Mountain bike or E-bike hire
What's Not Included
- ✗Food and drinks
- ✗Guided escort (self-guided experience)
Practical Details
Duration
Duration varies
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Good to Know
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- •Children must be accompanied by an adult
- •Advised to wear appropriate sports shoes
- •Advised to wear appropriate active gear, including a good jacket
- •Approximate biking time is 3-4 hours, but some riders take as much as 6 hours.
- •Bring 1 backpack per group to carry snacks
per person
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