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Arrowtown To Queenstown

What you'll do

✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
✓ Ride the 36 km trail back to Queenstown
✓ Finish in Queenstown with time to explore or relax

Why Ride It?

  • Ride through the stunning Arrowtown and Shotover Gorge landscapes
  • Follow rivers, bridges, and scenic trails with alpine views
  • Experience iconic highlights including Thompsons Hill and Arthurs Point
  • A rewarding full-day adventure through some of Queenstown’s best scenery
 

Good to Know

  • A challenging ride with hilly terrain and moderate climbs
  • Suitable for riders with a reasonable level of fitness
  • Electric Bikes are highly recommended for a more enjoyable ride
  • Allow time for scenic stops, photos, and breaks
 

Timings

Summer

(September–October)
  • Check in: 9:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 9:30am from Queenstown
(November-April)
  • Check in: 8:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 8:30am from Queenstown
OR
  • Check in: 9:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 9:30am from Queenstown
   

Winter (May–August)

  • Check in: 9:50am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 10:00am from Queenstown
 

Please allow enough time to complete the ride while enjoying scenic stops, photos, and breaks along the way.

Riding Time

Allow 3.5 - 4 Hours

Total Distance

36km

Terrain

Hilly Terrain

Bus Transfers

To Arrowtown

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During the winter we suggest riding the Wharehuanui from Arrowtown to Queenstown. This 25 km self-guided route takes around 3–3.5 hours and showcases country side tracks, rolling farmland, alpine views, and the Shotover River. Please return your bike before our Searle Lane store closes (5pm in summer / 4:30pm in winter).

The trail is well-maintained gravel with some moderate climbs, making it ideal for confident riders with a reasonable level of fitness. For those wanting a more relaxed experience – especially on the hills –E-bikes are highly recommended.

Please note that on this ride there are some sections where you will be on the main road with cars, including the Edith Cavell Bridge (single lane road bridge), please take extra care.

Frankton Track diversion in place until the end of 2026 (approx. 4km). We suggest riding back via the Wharehuanui Trail to avoid the Frankton footpath. 

 

Is This Ride Suitable For Me?

This ride is ideal for confident riders with a moderate level of fitness. The route includes three moderate climbs that are manageable for most riders, but an E-bike is recommended for a more relaxed and enjoyable experience.  

Family Information

This ride is best suited to older children and confident young riders due to the distance and hills. Children hiring E-bikes must be at least 140 cm (4 ft 6 in) to fit our smallest frame. Infants can travel in trailers or on tag-alongs (subject to availability), although we generally recommend our Arrowtown to Gibbston ride for families with younger children.  

Important Information

  • Some sections of the ride use public roads alongside vehicles.
  • Please take extra care when crossing the single-lane Edith Cavell Bridge.
  • A diversion is currently in place on the Frankton Track until approximately the end of 2026 (around 4 km). We recommend returning via the Wharehuanui Trail to avoid the Frankton footpath.
  • Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and suitable clothing.
  • Weather conditions can change quickly in the Queenstown region.
 

Weather

Trail conditions are assessed daily. If conditions are unsafe, we will contact you to discuss rescheduling your booking or arranging a refund (less any applicable transaction fees). For full details, please see our Terms & Conditions. If you have concerns about the weather on the day, call us one hour before your ride departs and we can go through options.  

Your Ride Is Operated by Around The Basin

Your bike hire, transport and trail briefing are provided by Around The Basin.

Our experienced local team operate from Queenstown, Gibbston and Cromwell, making it easy to ride both the Kawarau Gorge and Queenstown Trail Network. 

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Arrowtown To Queenstown

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