Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Wellington, Wellington, Greater Wellington, North IslandWe'll pick you up from your accommodation in Wellington / Hutt Valley and shuttle you to the start of the trailStop At: Remutaka Rail Trail - Kaitoke, Unnamed Road, Kaitoke, Upper Hutt 5372, New ZealandStart your adventure with a very gradual incline through native bush. Pass through tunnels (headlights provided!) and over bridges, while checking out information boards detailing the enormous task of constructing the old fell railway system. Reach the summit - a large grassy plateau perfect for a picnic or cold drink - then enjoy a fun (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, surrounded by some of NZ's most scenic farmland.Duration: 2 hoursPass By: Lake Wairarapa, Lake Domain Road, Lake Reserve, Featherston 5771 New ZealandJump into the shuttle at Cross Creek, then we'll drive past Lake Wairarapa all the way down to Ocean BeachStop At: Wainuiomata Coast 5373, New ZealandJump on your bike again at Ocean Beach and head around the coast to Orongorongo and on to Days Bay if desired. Our staff have seen orca, dolphins and seals in this area - it's an incredible part of the country. Though beautiful and one of the highlights of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, it is quite rugged and not for all riders - please read the trail info thoroughly before committing and opt for an ebike if you're at all concerned about distances or timing!Duration: 4 hours
Supplier Name
Cycle Remutaka
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,No heart problems or other serious medical conditions,Please provide the following at time of booking, so we can make sure your day goes smoothly:,Info regarding your dietary requirements - eg "no seafood please", "gluten free", "vegetarian",Your approximate height (for bike sizing) - inches or cm are fine.,The address that you would like our shuttle to pick you up from at 9am - anywhere in Wellington or the Hutt Valley is fine,Trips are subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.,Limitations:,Minimum age is 12,Minimum of 2 people per booking,Maximum of 12 people per booking,Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. During the warmer months, this means shorts and a t-shirt for riding, and a light jacket in reserve. During the colder months you may prefer long pants or tights (nothing baggy that may catch on the bike!), with a tshirt, fleece and light jacket in reserve. Closed shoes - running shoes are perfect - must be worn at all times.,Near public transportation,Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Inclusions:
All food and water provided - snacks, light lunch, water.,All equipment - mountain bikes / eBikes, helmets and other safety gear, racks and a pannier bag.,All transport - shuttles to and from your hotel / pickup point, and any other transports required throughout day.,Knowledgeable and friendly host, who will provide information regarding the trail and what to expect throughout the day.,All taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
Exclusions:
Excludes on-trail guide - you will be shuttled to/from each location and briefed on the trail.
We had an absolutely brilliant day out on the Remutaka Cycle Trail Highlights Tour, courtesy of Wildfinder. Despite booking quite last minute, the customer service that we received from the team was fantastic, and they were extremely accommodating of a couple of specific requests that we made. A big thanks to Alex in the office, and to Sarah on the road, who was a wonderfully knowledgeable and caring tour guide and driver.
In terms of the trip itself, we were so glad that we booked the Highlights Tour over other options. You do both the easy-riding 18km Remutaka Incline track along an old railway line with beautiful forests and sweeping views, and then shuttle down along Lake Wairarapa to begin the Wild Coast track, 19km of stunning rugged coastline and more technical (occasionally unrideable) terrain. Both are awesome.
Athough this tour is relatively expensive, you get what you pay for, and the value of getting to do two very different sections of the Remutaka Cycle Trail (as well a
Reviewed by: TomJHargreaves, 09/24/2021 12:00:00 AM
Service was exactly as described. Bikes and lunch very satisfactory, Dave a lovely host.
Wellington coast a real surprise to me, beautiful, remote and would do again on a sunny day, only aspect which was beyond Dave's control! :-)
Thoroughly recommended.
Reviewed by: ghevans2015, 10/30/2018 12:00:00 AM
