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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Location Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
$134.43
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Remutaka Cycle Trail offers a captivating blend of rail history and natural beauty on a 6-hour mountain biking adventure. Suitable for riders of all levels, this all-inclusive trip promises an unforgettable experience amidst stunning landscapes.

  • 🚴‍♂️ Enjoy a comfortable mountain bike, equipped with trunk bags for your personal items, ensuring a hassle-free ride.
  • 🗺️ A knowledgeable tour guide will provide insights and answer questions throughout your journey, enhancing your experience.
  • 🍽️ Savor a delicious picnic lunch at the summit, located on a grassy plateau next to the remnants of a historic station.
  • 🌲 Cycle through the bird-filled Pakuratahi Forest, following an old railway line over bridges and through tunnels.
  • 📍 Start your 28km ride at Kaitoke, with shuttle transport from either Wellington Station or Wellington Port for cruise ship guests.
  • 🏞️ Experience breathtaking views of New Zealand’s stunning farming heartland during your exhilarating descent to Cross Creek.
  • 🚐 Convenient shuttle service back to Wellington Station or Wellington Port after your ride, arriving between 3:30pm and 4:00pm.
  • 💧 Lunch and water are provided, with dietary restrictions accommodated upon request to ensure everyone enjoys their meal.
  • 🛠️ All necessary equipment, including helmets and safety gear, is included, so you can focus on the ride ahead.
  • 🌤️ Trips are subject to favorable weather conditions, with options for rescheduling or full refunds available if needed.

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Mountain Bike
Capable & comfortable Mountain Bike
Tour guide
Language: English
Printed guide
Duration: 6 hours

  • All taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
  • All transport - shuttles to and from Wellington
  • All equipment - mountain bikes, helmets and other safety gear, lights and a pannier bag.
  • Lunch and water provided - Please message us your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything ASAP!
  • Pick up from port. Cruise ship passangers to make their own way to pick up location.
  • Ecludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have

Meeting point
We'll meet you outside the front entrance of the East by West Ferry office at 9:30am. We'll be in a white van with 'Wildfinder' signage. Please note: if you are on a cruise ship and thiese timings don't work with your ships schedule. Please contact us directly via email.
Return details
We'll meet you outside the front entrance of the East by West Ferry office at 9:30am. We'll be in a white van with 'Wildfinder' signage. Please note: if you are on a cruise ship and thiese timings don't work with your ships schedule. Please contact us directly via email.

  • We'll drive 30 minutes from the East by West office in Wellington out to the start of the Remutaka Rail Trail to Wildfinder Kaitoke. From here you'll be breifed on the trail and how the bike works before heading off on your self guided adventure!
  • Start point for your 28km ride at Kaitoke, on the trail, you’ll start by cycling through the native bird-filled Pakuratahi Forest. Follow an old railway line over bridges and through tunnels, while pausing, if you like, to check out information stations detailing the enormous task of constructing the “Fell” railway system - a first for New Zealand at the time, and one of only a few around the world. Once you reach the summit, you will stop for a picnic lunch on a large grassy plateau next to the remnants of a historic station. After lunch, enjoy an exhilarating (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, with views of some of New Zealand’s stunning farming heartland. Follow the path along the countryside to Featherston and we'll see you at the Royal Hotel.
  • Wairarapa
    We'll pick you up at the Royal Hotel in Featherston, before we shuttle you back over the Remutaka ranges, down the Hutt Valley and back to Wellington (arriving approx. 3.30pm back at the East by West ferry office at Meridian Building, waterside 55 Lady Elizabeth Lane, Queens Wharf, Wellington 6011)

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please provide the following at time of booking, so we can make sure your day goes smoothly:
  • Info regarding your dietary requirements - eg "no seafood please", "gluten free", "vegetarian"
  • Your approximate height (for bike sizing)
  • Trips are subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.
  • Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. During the warmer months, this means shorts and a t-shirt for riding, and a light jacket in reserve. During the colder months you may prefer long pants or tights (nothing baggy that may catch on the bike!), with a tshirt, fleece and light jacket in reserve. Closed shoes - running shoes are perfect - must be worn at all times.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

    Location Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
    $134.43
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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