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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

By Cycle Remutaka
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$180 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
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Overview

Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an easy, all-inclusive, 6 hour mountain biking day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels. Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the natural landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun (but easily controllable) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland.

You will be provided with everything you will need for your adventure - transport to and from Wellington Station, bikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

Please note this day trip is for a Regular Mountain Bike, if you would like to ride an eBike instead, please book the other day trip: 'Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour'.

Activity location

  • Maymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Wellington Station
    • Bunny Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Mountain Bike
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h6h

Capable & comfortable Mountain Bike

Starting time: 9:15 am
Price details
NZ$180.00 x 1 AdultNZ$180.00
Total
Price is NZ$180.00
Until Sun, 24 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll food and water provided - Please let us know your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything!
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll equipment - mountain bikes, helmets and other safety gear, lights and a pannier bag.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll transport - shuttles to and from Wellington
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEcludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers 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 favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.
  • Minimum age is 12
  • Maximum of 11 people per booking
  • 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.
  • Which pickup location would you like to be picked up from? Choose from either 9.15 Wellington Port (cruise ship guests only) or 9.30 Wellington Station (main entrance)

Activity itinerary

Wellington (Pass by)
We'll pick you up at either 9.15am from Wellington Port (cruise ship guests only) or 9.30am from Wellington Station (main entrance) and shuttle you to the start of the trail at either Maymorn or Kaitoke (your choice)
Maymorn
  • 1h
Optional start point for the 25-35km, slightly more challenging ride
Remutaka Rail Trail - Kaitoke
  • 3h
Start point for the 18-28km ride at Kaitoke, recommended for those less confident or wanting to cruise and take their time. 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.
Wairarapa (Pass by)
We'll pick you up at Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, before we shuttle you back over the Remutaka ranges, down the Hutt Valley and back to Wellington Station (arriving approx. 3.30-3.45pm) or Wellington Port (cruise ship guests only, arriving approx. 3.45-4.00pm). Please note: if you are on a cruise ship, we pick you up direct from the Port at 9.15am. We cannot wait for late arrivals - make sure you are there on time otherwise the shuttle will leave without you! We arrive back at Port between 3.45pm - 4pm. Please check that your sailing times allow for these timings, we will not be held responsible if you miss your boat!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMaymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEWellington Station
    • Bunny Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLECentrePort Wellington
    • 2 Fryatt Quay
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

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