Kawarau Gorge Tour

1 Day ‍ ‍ Grade 2-3 (Easy/Intermediate) ‍ ‍ 42km

The Kawarau Gorge Trail is one of New Zealand’s most anticipated Great Rides, and for good reason. This experience offers far more than just a cycle. It’s a journey through dramatic landscapes, engineering marvels, and rich Central Otago heritage, all in a single, achievable day.

Riding this trail gives you exclusive access to previously unreachable sections of the Kawarau Gorge, where sheer rock faces, turquoise river views, and historic gold mining remnants create a constantly changing backdrop.

With the support of our premium eBikes, you can focus less on effort and more on enjoying the scenery, making this ride ideal for a wide range of fitness levels.

You’ll also connect two of Central Otago’s most celebrated wine regions, Gibbston and Bannockburn, making this a perfect blend of adventure and indulgence. From crossing suspension bridges to finishing your ride with wine and food overlooking the Bannockburn Inlet, every part of the day is designed to be memorable.

If you’re looking for a unique, self-paced experience that combines nature, history, and local flavour, this tour delivers it all.

NZD$ ??? per person

Tour Info

1 Day

42 km

Grade 2-3 (Easy/Intermediate)

Grade 1-2

Highlights

Ride beneath the iconic Nevis Bluff

Follow the stunning Kawarau River through the dramatic gorge landscape

Discover historic gold mining settlements along the way

Cross exhilarating suspension bridges spanning the river

Visit Carrick Cellar Door & Garden, overlooking the beautiful Bannockburn Inlet

Your adventure begins at our Mount Rosa Depot, where our friendly team will provide a comprehensive briefing and professional bike fitting. You’ll be riding one of our premium eBikes, making this ride accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of fitness levels.

From Gibbston, the trail winds alongside the spectacular Kawarau River, guiding you east toward Bannockburn and Cromwell. This newly engineered trail opens up previously inaccessible sections of the gorge, offering a truly unique cycling experience.

Your Day Adventure

    • Premium eBike hire

    • Helmet and safety equipment

    • Trail briefing and bike fitting at Mount Rosa Depot

    • Trail map and navigation support

    • On-call assistance throughout your ride

    • Queenstown Transport Service: Add return collection and drop-off from Queenstown for an additional $50 per person

    • Self-guided

    • Single-day experience

    • Suitable for most abilities (eBike assistance makes climbs manageable)cription

    • January to December (with the exclusion of Christmas Day)

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