South Island

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of Queenstown, New Zealand, with Around The Basin Bike, your one-stop shop for epic mountain biking adventures. Since 2012, they’ve guided cyclists of all levels along the renowned Queenstown Trails, showcasing the region’s natural beauty and rich history.

Personalized Kiwi Experience: Led by the passionate trio of Steve Norton, Lisa Cooper, and Hamish Fleming, along with their friendly team, Around The Basin Bike prides itself on offering a uniquely Kiwi flavour to your biking experience. Expect genuine warmth, local knowledge, and expert guidance to make your ride unforgettable.

Scenic Trails for Every Rider:

• Easy Cruising: All rides are on well-maintained off-road trails graded 1 or 2 (easy), perfect for families, casual cyclists, and anyone seeking a leisurely scenic ride.
• Queenstown Trail Delights: The famed Queenstown Trail winds its way around the Whakatipu Basin, presenting dazzling panoramas of shimmering lakes, dramatic river gorges, and majestic mountain ranges. Cycle past charming Arrowtown, delve into the heart of the Gibbston Valley wine region and soak in the fresh alpine air.

Ride Options to Suit Your Style:

• Self-Guided Adventures: With Around The Basin Bike’s self-guided ride packages, you can choose your own pace and itinerary. They’ll provide the equipment, maps, and recommendations to create your perfect cycling adventure.
• Shuttle & Explore: Combine bike hire with convenient shuttle transport to easily access hidden gems and conquer longer distances. Whether you’re an avid cyclist seeking a challenging route or a casual rider wanting to see the highlights, Around The Basin Bike has a shuttle package to match your needs.

Must-Try Rides:

• Bike The Wineries: Indulge in a full-day, 3/4-day, or half-day journey through the renowned Gibbston Valley wine region—pedal from the cellar door to the cellar door, savouring world-class wines and breathtaking vineyard vistas.
• Arrowtown to Queenstown: Embark on a thrilling point-to-point adventure, starting in the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown and finishing in the vibrant resort town of Queenstown. This scenic route offers stunning scenery, diverse terrain, and a sense of accomplishment.

E-bike Options: Feeling less energetic? No worries! Around The Basin Bike also offers a range of e-bikes, allowing you to easily conquer inclines and enjoy the scenery without breaking a sweat.

So ditch the car and embrace the freedom of two wheels with Around The Basin Bike. Their personalized service, stunning trails, and diverse ride options guarantee an unforgettable cycling experience in the heart of New Zealand’s adventure capital.

Book your Queenstown mountain biking adventure today and let Around The Basin Bike guide you on a journey you’ll always remember!

This half-day, self-guided ride begins with a shuttle from our shop (3 Searle Lane, Queenstown) out to our base at Arrow Junction. After bike fitting, you’ll be given a trail map with details of where to find of all of the wineries. The first section of the ride is on a scenic bike trail, crossing over a suspension bridge, before you arrive at the Kawarau Bungy Bridge, the gateway to the majestic Gibbston Wine Valley.

 

From there, visit as many of the cellar doors as you wish, all linked by a spectacular bike trail. Taste as many wines as you like: they’re driving. You will be picked up from your winery of choice at 4:30 PM for the shuttle back to Queenstown.

 

Total biking distance is 7-17 km (depending on how many wineries you visit).

This full-day, self-guided ride begins with a scenic shuttle transfer from Queenstown to the historic gold-mining village of Arrowtown. Here they cover bike fitting, trail navigation and safety, and (very importantly) winery information. Choose to enjoy one of the town’s cafes or get straight into your scenic morning ride. The trail follows the willow-lined Arrow and Kawarau rivers to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge – home of the world famous bungy jump.

 

From Bungy, spend the afternoon biking at your leisure along the Gibbston River Trail, using our informative winery map to visit as many of the cellar doors linked throughout this easy-riding trail. Enjoy a relaxed picnic en-route or lunch at one of the winery restaurants.

 

You will be collected at 4:30 PM (4:00 PM in winter) from your winery of choice for the shuttle back to Queenstown.

 

Riding distance to the first winery is 15 km and approx. 25 km to the end of the Gibbston Wine Valley. 

 

Explore Arrowtown, bridges, Bungy, wineries, a cheesery, tavern, brewery… it’s gotta be good!

Do you ride regularly and are you looking for a biking adventure? Then this is the one for you! 

 

Head-out on a shuttle from Queenstown to the historic gold-mining village of Arrowtown. You’ll be fitted to your bike, given a map and some trail tips, before setting-off on your independent adventure ride. 

 

You’ll ride past lakes and river gorges, cross a suspension bridge, and traverse the foothills of the Remarkable Mountains. The Twin Rivers Trail – named after the Kawarau and Shotover rivers which it follows – offers spectacular alpine views throughout. 

 

Along the way there are cafe stops and even a brewery to keep you refreshed. The last section of the ride is on a gentle, flowing trail along the edge of Lake Whakatipu back into Queenstown.

 

The ride is 35 KM with a few decent hills. It is recommended for confident riders with a moderate level of fitness. E-bikes are available.