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Start: Queenstown
Duration: 3-4 Hours
Distance: 34 km
Difficulty: 4
Minimum Age: 10

The Adrenaline Trail is a 34โ€“37 km self-guided e-bike adventure from Arthurs Point to Gibbston, combining scenic cycling with thrilling activities. Departing Queenstown at 8:30am on scheduled operating days, it includes three to four hours of riding, a Shotover Jet experience, Kawarau Zipride and guided wine tasting at Mt Rosa Wines. Available September to May, with winter departures on request, it includes e-bike hire, equipment, shuttle transfers and a guided wine tasting and suits confident riders with reasonable fitness.

Experience Queenstownโ€™s Adrenaline-Filled Trails by E-Bike

Start the day with a thrilling Shotover Jet ride along the Shotover River before setting off on a self-guided e-bike journey through Queenstownโ€™s varied trail network. From Arthurs Point, explore the Shotover Gorge Trail and choose your route towards Gibbston, either connecting with the Countryside Trail via Arrowtown or following the Twin Rivers Trail beside the Shotover and Kawarau Rivers. Both options lead towards the Kawarau Bungy Bridge, where you can add another dose of excitement with the Kawarau Zipride or upgrade to a bungy jump for an even bigger adrenaline rush.

The cycling journey covers approximately 34โ€“37 km and takes around three to four hours, with a mix of easy and intermediate trails and a short advanced section on the Shotover Gorge Trail. Along the way, enjoy striking river views, rugged gorge scenery and the distinctive landscapes of the Queenstown basin before joining the Gibbston River Trail through the regionโ€™s renowned wine country. Finish at Mt Rosa Wines with a guided wine tasting, giving you time to relax and celebrate your day of adventure before the return shuttle to Queenstown.

Plan Your Adrenaline Trail E-Bike Adventure

The tour departs Queenstown at 8:30am, with check-in at 8:15am before a shuttle transfer to Arthurs Point for your bike fitting and tour briefing. Youโ€™ll finish at the Kiwi Journeys depot at Mt Rosa Wines in Gibbston by approximately 4:45pm, allowing time for the included activities and cycling route before the return shuttle. The experience operates during the main season from 1 September to 31 May, while winter departures from 1 June to 31 August may be available on request.

A reasonable level of fitness and confident cycling ability are important, as the route includes Grade 2 easy trails, Grade 3 intermediate sections and a small Grade 4 advanced section on the Shotover Gorge Trail. Your package includes premium e-bike hire, a MIPS helmet, a mini-repair kit, pannier and handlebar bags, all associated shuttles, a trail map and trail support, alongside the Shotover Jet experience, Kawarau Zipride and guided wine tasting at Mt Rosa Wines. Allow a full day for the experience, and consider the optional Kawarau Swing or bungy upgrade if you want to make the adventure even more memorable.

Premium eBike hire
Additional equipment: MIPs helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags
Shotover Jet experience
Kawarau Zipride experience (Kawarau Swing & Bungy upgrades available)
Mt Rosa guided wine tasting
All associated shuttles
Trail map
Trail support

  • Route: Arthurs Point - Gibbston
  • Distance: 34-37 km
  • Ride Time: Approximately 3โ€“4 hours
  • Trail Grade: Grade 2 (Easy), Grade 3 (Intermediate), with a small Grade 4 (Advanced) section
  • Fitness Level: A reasonable level of fitness and confident riding ability are both required

Departure

  • Departs at 8.30am from Queenstown
  • Check-in at 8.15am from Queenstown

    NB: Bike fitting and tour briefing will be conducted in Arthur's Point

Return

  • Return to Gibbston at Mt Rosa Wines by bike by approximately 4:45pm
  • Adult: 13 years and up
  • Child: 6-12 years
  • Cancellations 72+ hours before departure: Full refund*
  • Between 72 - 24 hours: Refund* less $100 per person cancellation fee
  • Within 24 hours / no-show: 100% cancellation fee.

Note: *Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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