“Experience the ultimate bucket list motorcycle adventure with Thunder Trike Tours.
These unique, thrilling V8 Chevrolet Trike rides offer an unforgettable journey through the stunning Bay of Islands.
With five different tour options, there’s a ride for every adventurer!”
“Hop on a custom-built V8 350 Chevrolet Trike for an exhilarating ride lasting from 30 minutes to up to 2 hours, departing from Paihia.
Choose from tours that visit iconic locations such as Opua, the marina beach hamlet; Haruru Falls; Waitangi Lookout; and, on longer trips, the historic towns of Kawakawa and Russell.
Each ride is packed with unforgettable experiences and breathtaking vistas!”
“Feel the wind on your face and the rush of excitement as you cruise helmet-free (but fully secured with seatbelts).
These trikes, registered as convertible vehicles, are designed for maximum comfort and safety.
With a low centre of gravity, they provide excellent stability and cornering grip, making the ride smooth and thrilling.”
“Prepare for your adventure! In summer, bring a light sweater, sunglasses, and a camera.
For winter rides, pack a jacket, a beanie, sunglasses, and your camera to capture the stunning scenery.”
“Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure through Paihia and the Bay of Islands.
Whether it’s the freedom of the open road, the roar of the V8 engine, or the spectacular views, a ride with Thunder Trike Tours is sure to leave you with memories for a lifetime.”
Price: $89 pp (Minimum 2 people charge)
Duration: Approx 25-30 minutes.
Departure Times: Select on booking.
A fantastic journey packed with breathtaking vistas, incredible photo opportunities, and adrenaline-pumping thrills—a must-do experience!
Start at the Paihia I-Site and head to Haruru Falls and the Waitangi Lookout, where you’ll capture stunning photos from behind the handlebars with 180-degree views of the Bay of Islands.
Price: $89 pp (Minimum 2 people charge)
Duration: Approx 25-30 minutes.
Departure Times: Select on booking.
Feel the adrenaline on this thrilling 30-minute ride aboard a V8 Chevrolet Trike! Cruise to the scenic coastal village of Opua and its gleaming harbour, where you’ll capture amazing photos.
Enjoy the excitement of this curving coastal route, packed with thrills at every turn.
Price: $169 pp (Minimum 2 people charge)
Duration: Approx 60 minutes.
Departure Times: Select on booking
Begin your adventure at the Paihia I-Site and weave through the beachside community of Opua.
Continue to Haruru Falls and the Waitangi Lookout for a picture-perfect shot with panoramic views of the Bay of Islands.
This one-hour tour combines scenic beauty, iconic landmarks, and the exhilaration of cruising on a V8 Chevrolet Trike.
Price: $169 pp (Minimum 2 people charge)
Duration: Approx 60 minutes.
Departure Times: Select on booking
Buckle up for an adrenaline-filled ride starting in Paihia and heading to the breathtaking Opua marina.
Continue along the open road to Kawakawa, home to the famous Hundertwasser toilets and vintage train.
Enjoy a 10-minute stop for photos before an exhilarating high-speed return to Paihia. Perfect for thrill-seekers, this ride combines excitement, scenic beauty, and unique destinations.
N.B. This tour is not available in January
Price: $399 pp (Minimum 2 people charge)
Duration: Approx 2.5 hours
Departure Times: Select on booking
Start in Paihia and visit Haruru Falls for views of the crescent-shaped waterfalls.
Head to the Waitangi Lookout for 360-degree panoramas of the Bay of Islands before continuing to Opua.
Cross to Okiato on the car ferry and make your way to historic Russell, New Zealand’s first settlement.
Explore Russell’s rich history, including the oldest church in New Zealand (complete with musket holes).
Take in stunning views, capture photos behind the handlebars, and choose to explore Russell at your leisure before returning to Paihia via passenger ferry or trike.
Trip Advisor Reviews:
“WOW, a totally new awesome experience in Paihia…did it twice! We’ve been coming here for 20 years, and this ride is long overdue. Young, old, or crazy middle-aged like us—this is total freedom. Stunning bike, beautifully kept, and totally safe!”
– Lyle, Gail, and kids
“We highly recommend doing this tour—it’s brilliant fun and so different! One of our highlights of Paihia. Mark was a great tour guide and gave us local information in between the fun rides.”
“We booked this tour after seeing it in Paihia, and it was fabulous. Mid-50s women, never ridden bikes, but what a blast! Don’t bother with your hair—it will be a mess, but the views and the speed are incredible. Just do it!”