Self Guided Bike Ride - Arrowtown to Queenstown
Highlights & inclusions
What you can expect
Discover one of Queenstown’s most scenic rides on the Twin Rivers Trail, a spectacular 36 km journey from historic Arrowtown to Queenstown. This self-guided ride winds through stunning alpine landscapes, following the Arrow and Kawarau Rivers past golden farmland, dramatic mountain backdrops, and iconic local landmarks including the historic Old Shotover Bridge.
Beginning with a scenic shuttle to Arrowtown, the trail flows through some of the region’s most beautiful countryside before finishing along the lakeside Frankton Track, returning you effortlessly to Queenstown. Along the way, there are wonderful opportunities to pause for a coffee, wine tasting, or craft beer at favourite local spots such as The Boatshed Café, Wet Jacket Wines, or Altitude Brewing.
The trail is well-maintained gravel with a few moderate climbs and typically takes 3.5–4 hours to complete. Electric bikes are highly recommended, allowing you to enjoy the ride at a relaxed pace while soaking up the spectacular scenery. Add somewhere here for the confident rider
This is a ride designed to be savoured — the perfect blend of adventure, landscapes, and local flavour in the heart of the Southern Alps.
Location
What you need to know
- Transfers from central Queenstown
- Regular mountain bike or e-bike
- Safety helmet
- Detailed trail map
- Allow 6-8 hours (4 hours riding time)
- 9:00am in summer (Sep-Apr) & 10:00am in winter (May-Aug)
- Departs from the Around the Basin shop at Shop 4, 3 Searle Lane, central Queenstown
- Operates daily all year
- Child rates apply (5-14 yrs)
- Infant rates apply (0-4 yrs)
- Children's bikes, child trailers, and kids half-bikes are available.
- Riders must be at least 135cm tall to fit an e-bike
- Bring with you comfortable footwear, suitable athletic clothing (ideally shorts, riding pants or tights), rain jacket, backpack, sunglasses, water bottle, and snacks.
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Recent reviews
Never got to go as we had to cancel, with plenty of advance notice. I don't understand why we couldn't get 100% of our money back.
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