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6 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the stunning Kawarau Gorge Trail on a self-guided eBike adventure that journeys through the heart of Central Otago's wine country. Starting from the Kiwi Journeys hub in Cromwell, enjoy a short transfer to the trail head at Gibbston. From there the trail follows the Kawarau River through to Bannockburn.
From the renowned wine region of Gibbston, the trail winds 39km alongside the Kawarau River, showcasing breathtaking views of rocky outcrops, and historic gold mining settlements. Traverse clip-on bridges and ride beneath the Nevis Bluff, all while enjoying the freedom of riding a Premium eBike.
Choose to top off the Great Ride at Carrick Winery & Cellar Door in Bannockburn with a wine tasting flight & pizza lunch (included if the Winery upgrade is selected).
The tour ends at the Kiwi Journeys depot in Cromwell.
Everything needed for the day's adventure is included - the eBike, additional biking equipment and associated shuttle transfers - just turn up and enjoy the ride!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people who are not able to ride a bike
Not recommended for people with a low level of fitness
Gibbston
The western trail head of the Kawarau Gorge Trail connects to the renowned wine region of Gibbston at the Gibbston River Trail. Spend some time visiting the vineyards, and savouring some tastings.
Kawarau River
The trail winds along the Kawarau River, traversing bluffs, crossing above the river on clip-on bridges, meandering along paths that have been built and shaped to sit naturally within the challenging terrain.
Premium eBike: eBike rental with additional equipment: bike light, helmet, repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags & odometer
Kawarau Gorge Trail: Shuttle transfer: Cromwell-Gibbston
Air conditioned minivan
Premium eBike : eBike rental with additional equipment: bike light, helmet, repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags & odometer
Wine Tasting: Top off the day with a wine tasting flight & pizza lunch at Carrick Winery & Cellar Door in Bannockburn - what a reward!
Kawarau Gorge Trail : Shuttle transfer: Cromwell-Gibbston
Air-conditioned minivan
eBike damage insurance
Trail map
Additional equipment: bike light, helmet, repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags & odometer
Premium eBike hire
Shuttle transfer to the Gibbston trail head from Cromwell
Trail support
Wine flight at Carrick Cellar Door (Bannockburn) if upgrade is not selected
Pizza lunch at Carrick Cellar Door (Bannockburn) if upgrade is not selected
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Operated by Mapua Ventures Ltd (trading as: Kiwi Journeys)