Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour lets you discover the breathtaking West Coast Wilderness Trail at your own pace. First up, a guided walk of the Hokitika Gorge the its stunning turquoise waters is a highlight. Then marvel at the natural wonder of Dorothy Falls, before venturing along the Wilderness Trail on your self-guided eBike ride. The trail is mostly flat or downhill, making it perfect for a family-friendly adventure. Soak in the lush native forest surroundings, and picturesque Lake Kaniere. There's a charming stop at Hans Bay then a ride alongside the historic water race built in 1875, surrounded by native flora and scenic landscapes. Complete the journey in Hokitika, exploring local craft stores, galleries, and cosy cafes.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise dietary requirements
What To Expect
Hokitika Gorge Walk
After a shuttle ride from Hokitika to the start of the Hokitika Gorge Walk, embark on a short walk through lush native bush to the rocky gorge, where the calm turquoise blue water must be seen to be believed!
Lake Kaniere
From Dorothy Falls at the Lake Kaniere Scenic Reservce, journey around the edge of Lake Kaniere to Hans Bay, which is a fantastic location for a lunch break. Lake Kaniere is 8km long and 195m deep, home to towering Kahikatea trees and wonderful birdlife.
Options
Self-guided day tour by eBike
Duration: 6 hours Picnic lunch West Coast Wilderness Trail
What‘s Included
Bike accidental damage insurance
Additional equipment: bike light, helmet, repair kit, pannier bags & odometer
Premium eBike hire
Please advise dietary requirements
Guided Hokitika Gorge Walk
Shuttle from Hokitika-Hokitika Gorge
Trail support
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Dee was our guide and she...
John H,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Dee was our guide and she did a great job! It rained and was blowing a gale at times but they still allowed the tour to go ahead. We received a packed lunch which was very good. The electric bikes were very comfortable and in excellent condition. Due to the very heavy rain the gorge water was stirred up so not a clear turquoise but that was just a timing thing. My wife and I were the only 2 on the trip. There are a few points where you have to ride on the road but majority is off road and on the wilderness trail. Some of the track (possibly as issue for us due to the rain) was tight turns and some steep drops on the side so be mindful if taking children. We really enjoyed the experience.
Great company, great people, fun Gorge walk, and spectacular self-guided day ride
LewWelch,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team at Kiwi Journeys were very helpful planning our first trip (the Gorge on Cycle and Scenery self-guided day tour), then provided an excellent briefing and e-bike setup upon arrival. The van ride to the Gorge walk was itself very pleasant viewing. The Gorge walk was spectacular and Ben was an informative and engaging guide. It was cool to get an insight into some of the traditional bush tucker available along the walk and learn about those plants. It was a seamless transition to the e-bike part of the day thanks to Ben. A really amazing ride through very diverse landscape, including (my favourite) the quite narrow water races with its lush native bush. Thank you Kiwi Journeys. So much fun we rocked up the next day for another ride!
The Wilderness Trail
74malm,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip organized by Kiwi Journeys was fantastic. A well run company, with friendly and informative staff. I would highly recommend them
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Operated by Mapua Ventures Ltd (trading as: Kiwi Journeys)