Overview
This tour includes everything you need to enjoy a fantastic experience riding the scenic Karangahake Gorge and the historic townships of Waihi and Paeroa.
You'll be provided with premium quality e-bikes that are custom fitted to your needs before your ride. Lunch and morning afternoon teas include a mix of home baked goods and healthy snacks. All transport to and from the trail is provided in a comfortable modern air-conditioned shuttle van with your experienced guide at the wheel.
This tour is fully supported, so you can ride through the lush natural beauty of the gorge with the confidence that help and support is never far away.
Includes a guided tour around the rim of the Martha gold mine, and has options to extend your tour with museum visits or a historic train ride
The Karangahake gorge is surrounded by lush native bush and the whole area is steeped in gold mining history so this all provides a very special and unique riding experience.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Lunch
In-vehicle air conditioning
Bicycle use
Tea and coffee
Waikino Gold Museum entry fee ($7.00)
Historic train ride ticket ($25.00)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet in the carpark beside the Western Springs community centre.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Auckland
Pickup from selected hotel or agreed pickup location
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Waikato Region
2 hours
Travel through the Waikato region to trail start in Waikino, in comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle van. Take advantage of the relaxing trip to take in the stunning greens of the backcountry farms and fields within the Waikato area.
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Waikino
1 hour
Ride the well groomed and easy riding cycle trail from Waikino to the historic gold mine town of Waihi. Along the way you can view many of the historic sites from the peak of the Martha Gold mine's operating days including the Victoria Batteries where gold ore was broken down and processed before being transported out on the railway that now forms part of the trail you'll ride. You can take an optional tour to the Waikino museum and get a guided tour under the gold processing urns that were used to heat up gold ore before being processed. Ride beside the beautiful natural bubbling river all the way to Waihi. View one of the most iconic and historic backcountry townships in the Waikato area and then take a tour around the gold mine rim.
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Waihi Martha Mine Pit Rim Walkway
2 hours
Follow your guide as they take you on a ride through the township of Waihi and up around the rim of the impressive Martha gold mine pit. At its peak operating time this was the second largest gold mine in the world and is now a spectacular site to view from the top of the pit rim.
Your knowledgeable guide will offer you little tidbits of history to accompany the impressive sights to be seen on this mini side trip for your tour including viewing the massive water pump tower that was used to keep the mine shafts clear of water. -
Waikino
1 hour
Enjoy a picnic lunch with home cooked New Zealand fare and healthy options.
Dietary restrictions are all catered to and you'll find the home-baked goodies yummy and nutritious. -
Paeroa
1 hour
Ride the remainder of the Karangahake Gorge trail, through to Paeroa. Along the way you'll ride through one of the longest cycle accessible tunnels in the country, at 1.1km long the Karangahake tunnel is steeped in history and is an exciting element of the ride. Also take note of the historic railway bridges that you cross and marvel at the engineering that was achieved more than one hundred years ago to support the railway in this area. The Karangahake Gorge is surrounded by lush native forest that shows off the spectacular natural beauty of backcountry New Zealand, offering a truly unique riding experience.
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Waikato Region
2 hours
Travel back through the Waikato region in our comfy tour van, back to Auckland
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Auckland
2 hours
Drop off back at your pickup point in Auckland
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full Day Guided Waikato River Trail E-bike Tour
Can I cancel Full Day Guided Waikato River Trail E-bike Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9–10 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Meet in the carpark beside the Western Springs community centre. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bicycle use
- Tea and coffee
What's not included?
- Waikino Gold Museum entry fee ($7.00)
- Historic train ride ticket ($25.00)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Waikato Region, Waikino, Waihi Martha Mine Pit Rim Walkway, Paeroa.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by R & R Adventures
