Arrowtown To Gibbston Valley 

Ride the Arrow River Bridges Trail

Return Shuttles 1 – 2 Hour Ride 14 km Scenic River Trail

Ride Description

This half-day ride package starts with a 25 minute shuttle from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown out to Arrowtown, one of the most scenic towns in New Zealand. Once there, you will be sorted with everything you’ll need before riding the most popular section of the Queenstown Trail.

The trail from Arrowtown meanders along the banks of the Arrow and Kawarau rivers. It follows the original route used by the gold-miners of the 1800’s, and crosses the rivers via six bridges, including three suspension bridges. The spectacular river gorges and glacially-carved landscapes provide plenty of photo opportunities.

Once passed the Kawarau Bungy-Jump Bridge, the trail opens up to the majestic Gibbston Valley. The first cellar door of the valley is only a short ride further on. You’ll have time to sample what this world-class wine region has to offer before your return shuttle back to Queenstown.

This ride is easy mountain biking on wide, gravel trails. The trail undulates beside the rivers with many small ‘bumps’, though there are fewer ‘ups’ than there are ‘downs’, as you will be heading downstream. It is suitable for all riding abilities and a great option for families.

Interactive Map

Distance: 14 km (9 miles)

Elevation Gain: 167 m (548 ft)

Elevation Loss: 198 m (650 ft)

Ride Schedule

9:30 am or 1:00 pm (Sept to Apr)

10:00 am or 12:00 pm (May to Aug)

Choose your departure time when making your booking. Check-in is at Around The Basin’s shop 10 mins prior. The shuttle will depart on time.
30 mins Shuttle departs for Arrowtown. Safety briefing and trail tips.
1.5 – 2 hours Ride 14 km (9 miles) to Gibbston Wine Valley.
30 mins – 1 hour Spend time at the winery sampling their world-class food and wine.
30 mins Shuttle departs Gibbston back to Queenstown.
4 Hours Total Duration

Over the summer schedule (Sept to Apr), the shuttle departs Around The Basin’s shop at either 9:30 am or 1:00 pm. Check-in 10 mins prior ready for a prompt departure.

Ride Prices

Electric Bike Standard Bike
Adult $145 $95
Child (5 – 14 years) $125* $75
Infant (0 – 4 years) – $65**

 

* Children must be at least 140 cm/4 ft 6″ tall to fit the smallest Electric Bike.

** Infants can select either a bike, trailer, or a tag-along.

Other Options

If you’re looking to have more time visiting the cellar doors of the Gibbston Valley, one of the Bike The Wineries rides might be for you.

Alternatively, have you checked out Arrowtown To Arthur’s Point, the new ride on the Wharehuanui Trail?

The full list of ride options can be found here.

A paper copy of this map will be provided for your ride.