Explore Wanaka by bike with top-rated guided tours, e-bike rides and rentals curated from trusted local operators.
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Wanaka, New Zealand
A brilliant way to explore the area and see the beauty all around. You will ride across plateaus, surrounded by mountains on relatively easy grade 1 2 family friendly trails. The…
From $75
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Wanaka, New Zealand
On this small group tour, we'll pick you up anywhere in Wanaka at your preferred time. We've created this trip due to high demand for an easy e bike ride with a focus on wine and…
From $160
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
Ride on possibly the best 1 day bike ride in New Zealand with our exclusive Hawea River Track adventure. We've crafted a unique experience by combining three different tracks, inv…
From $125
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
A fully hosted day where your Guest Experience Manager (who you will have a direct phone number for) will ensure you are set up to have a great ride and experience. The Lake Dunst…
From $115
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
What makes this tour unique is that we embrace the environment/Kaitiakitanga we are protectors and guardians of the land and reducing carbon emissions through e biking and combine…
From $172
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
A stunning guided ride along the banks of one of NZ’s most beautiful and powerful rivers. Varied riding, beautiful vistas and plenty of photo opportunities make this a must do tri…
From $184
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
Join us for an exhilarating craft beer adventure, exploring Wanaka's top notch breweries with delectable food pairings on our self guided e Bike tours. Immerse yourself in a safe,…
From $143
Free cancellation
Wanaka, New Zealand
A lovely, easy grade guided bike ride following another one of Wanaka’s beautiful rivers. Crystal blue water, endless mountain vistas and easy pedalling, make this a great trip fo…
From $184
Free cancellation
See it by bike
Cyclists can pedal along the lakefront Millennium Track to photograph this famous willow tree standing in the shallow water.
The scenic lakeside trail offers sweeping Southern Alps views as cyclists ride west toward this sheltered campsite and bay.
This popular cycling path follows the sparkling Clutha River as it drains from Lake Wanaka, featuring gentle, winding gravel terrain.
Following the dedicated Hawea River Track allows riders to cycle alongside turquoise river rapids through native South Island shrubland.
Trail loops around the base of this glacier-carved rocky knoll offer cyclists expansive vistas across the Upper Clutha Basin.
Riders venturing into this historic gold-mining valley can cycle scenic gravel paths framed by dramatic alpine tussock ranges.
Good to know
Wanaka is exceptionally bike-friendly, boasting an extensive network of off-road gravel tracks, paved lakefront paths, and purpose-built trails. The terrain ranges from flat, relaxed lakeside cruises to undulating riverside paths and steeper mountain trails.
The best cycling weather occurs between October and April during the Southern Hemisphere's spring, summer, and early autumn. Autumn is particularly scenic as the lakeside poplars and willows turn brilliant shades of gold.
Most tours take riders past That Wanaka Tree, Roys Bay, and along the scenic Outlet Track by the Clutha River. Longer itineraries often extend along the shoreline toward Glendhu Bay or connect across to Lake Hawea.
A regular bike is ideal for flat lakeside riding and anyone looking for a traditional workout on gentle terrain. An e-bike provides pedal assistance that makes longer distances, rolling hills, and headwinds feel effortless.
Yes, many of Wanaka's most popular trails are wide, traffic-free, and follow flat or gently graded paths. These dedicated tracks allow riders of all ages and fitness levels to enjoy the scenery safely.
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