Lake Dunstan Trail Bike Hire and Return Shuttle

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Lake Dunstan Trail Bike Hire and Return Shuttle

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Cycle the Lake Dunstan Trail from Cromwell to Clyde

Shuttle transfers and bike hire included

E-bikes are highly recommended!

Suitable for confident and fit riders (15yrs+)

Captivating views

Rich history tied to the gold rush era

What you can expect

Discover the spectacular scenery and fascinating history of Central Otago on the Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail tour, a 4-5 hour self-guided bike ride from Cromwell to Clyde. This experience offers the perfect blend of adventure and convenience with premium Lake Dunstan bike hire and comfortable shuttle transfers included. The 42-kilometre Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail from Cromwell to Clyde is best suited to confident riders with a good level of fitness.

Starting in the historic township of Cromwell, you’ll ride along the scenic Lake Dunstan Trail, renowned for its captivating views and rich history tied to the gold rush era. The trail, suitable for confident and physically fit riders, spans 42 kilometres and is graded between 1 and 3. It winds alongside the vibrant teal waters of Lake Dunstan, as well as the Kawarau and Clutha Rivers, providing a picturesque backdrop that is will require plenty of photo stops!

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Location

76 Northlake Drive, Wānaka, Otago 9305

What you need to know

<more-info><ul><li> Return shuttle transfers from Cromwell or Wanaka </li><li> Regular mountain bike or e-bike hire with helmet </li><li> 42 kilometre (approx 4 hours) self-guided bike ride from Cromwell to Clyde </li><li> Shuttle from Clyde back to your starting point</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Allow 5 hours from Cromwell (up to 7 hours with Wanaka transfers)</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Pick ups start from 8:30am </li><li> If departing from Cromwell, please meet at the Cromwell McNulty Inlet carpark (next to the public toilets) </li><li> If departing from Wanaka, please meet at the Lakefront Bus Stop, Wanaka (next to the public toilets) </li><li> Operates daily all yea</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Please bring weather appropriate clothing that you can cycle in, a water bottle (bottle holder included on bike), snacks, lunch, spending money, sunscreen, warm layers and a camera </li><li> We strongly recommend bringing gloves and a wind-proof layer in winter months (May-September) </li><li> The minimum age is 15 years </li><li> Minimum height is 140cm </li><li> Suitable for confident riders with a good level of fitness </li><li> Please provide the full name and height of each rider upon booking </li><li> There is no road access to the trail for the last 25km so you will need to be properly prepared for this ride </li><li> The trail is grade 1-3 with a mixture of gravel trails, boardwalks and dirt tracks </li><li> A team member will drive you, set up your bikes for you, provide a safety briefing and then meet you at Clyde to return you to the start point</li></ul></more-info>

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Kathleen Station

over 1 year ago

e-bikes worked well, staff was very informative and professional. Loved the ride, views were amazing. Unfortunately the coffee boat wasn't open for our adventure (we rode on Thursday and boat is only open Saturday, Sunday). If you like cycling, I highly recommend this adventure.

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