Mountain Biking Wanaka

The Ride
We provide free courtesy transport from Wānaka to Albert Town. The self-guided ride starts on the Outlet track which from here, you will follow the well-signposted trails from Albert Town back towards Wānaka. You will enjoy the scenic ride alongside the Upper Clutha River , and Lake Wānaka .
The bike track along The Outlet Track from Albert Town is a fantastic option, covering just 15km and taking only 1.5 hours to complete. You’ll cycle alongside crystal-clear water and rapids, with stunning mountain views throughout.
This activity is an easily manageable ride, however some care needs to be taken as the track in places is mixed use with walkers. Our shuttle also continues to Lake Hāwea after starting this group in Albert Town, so you can upgrade to the Lake Hāwea to Wānaka ride by simply letting our support crew know on the day.
We take care of everything, including transport, bike hire, helmets and up-to-date guide maps. The combination of scenery and terrain makes this the perfect ride for all abilities.
For families with children that require the rental of bike attachments such as child seats, or a bike trailer, please note that we require 24-hrs notice to prepare the bikes to ensure attachments are fitted correctly and not rushed. Additionally, we do not recommend this activity for children under 120cm/6-yrs of age riding a 20” kids bike.

What We Provide
· Shuttle from Wānaka to Albert Town Departures leave from outside the Wānaka iSite
· Latest-model mountain bike
· Helmet and bike lock
· All bikes have a water bottle cage. You need to provide the water bottle
· Comprehensive trail safety briefing with a route guide printed map
· On-call breakdown support if needed
· Bike pickup at the end of the day
What You Should Bring
· Day bag or backpack (for those larger water bottles or extra clothing layers)
· Plastic water bottle (fits bike bottle cage)
· Comfortable riding gear
· Sturdy closed-toe footwear
· Windbreaker jacket
· Sunglasses & sunscreen
· Mobile phone (our Support Crew Member will hand you an emergency contact card)
Food & Refreshments
· Pembroke Patisserie (Albert Town) usually closes at 2:00pm
· Refreshments are available at The Albie Tavern next door or nearby takeaway options
· The Hook Wānaka is normally open Wednesday to Sunday

If you’d like to pick up some emergency rations before starting the ride, our driver is happy to make a quick stop on the way.
Want to Ride Further For those wanting a longer adventure, we recommend the Wānaka & Hāwea Cycle Trail Ride. This self-guided ride adds an extra 15km. Bookings can be made on the day as an upgrade or directly through our website's live booking system.

Riding With Small Children
We do not recommend this activity for children riding kids bikes under 120cm/6-yrs of age. Children riding 24” bikes and upwards , or those being towed in a bike trailer, may find a short section of the trail challenging .
Our driver can Show you how to bypass this section, or advise where children can safely dismount and walk
The remainder of the ride is well suited to families. Please note that the trails are gravel with some undulations , and basic bike-handling skills are required.
Minimum & Maximum Numbers
· Minimum: 2 participants*
· Maximum: 10 participants
* Each shuttle has a maximum of 10 passengers. We often have single participants joining us for the activity. If you are a solo participant and you are the first person to book for the particular day and time then you will join our “pending” list for this activity. We recommend that you choose the “Bank Transfer” payment option, then when the booking moves to “Confirmed” status we will send you a payment link if your preferred payment method is credit card. Important Information you need to know
RIDE DURATION : Take your time, however, all riders need to finish by 5pm at the very latest.
DIFFICULTY: Easy family-friendly, however, some rutted areas which require supervision. We suggest that children using bikes smaller than 20” should not complete this ride.
TERRAIN : Smooth easy mainly flat gravel tracks most of the way, some rutted areas closer to Albert Town.
FITNESS LEVEL: Moderate fitness required Bookings & Enquiries
Pre-bookings are essential.
For more information, please call or email us at hello@wanakabiketours.co.nz
For larger groups, custom tours can be arranged — just get in touch with us to discuss your requirements