eRide Waiheke 5 bays ride
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eRide Waiheke 5 bays ride
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"Embark on the Ultimate Electric Adventure on Waiheke Island!"
Discover the difference when you choose our e-Bike rental experience. Conveniently located at Matiatia Bay, right inside the ferry terminal on Waiheke Island, opoen 9am to 6pm, we offer you an extraordinary journey of self-guided exploration. Get ready for our exhilarating "Five Bays Ride" on an e-bike, a thrilling 25-30km loop that will leave you in awe.
As you ride, prepare to be captivated by breathtaking vistas, sun-kissed beaches, and a scenic route that winds past no less than 14 vineyards, charming olive groves, and a cornucopia of delectable local food experiences – including mouthwatering, locally-made gelato.
Our top-quality e-bikes, combined with our extensive local knowledge, will unveil the hidden treasures and wonders of Waiheke Island. Equipped with a map, helmet, and lock, we provide you with everything you need for a seamless adventure.
In the summer months, don't forget your swimwear and sunscreen.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 14-99
Duration: 5–8 hours
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Live guide: English, French, Spanish
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- Self guided tour
- eBike
- Helmet, lock and pannier
- Local Map
- Phone holder to use Google Maps
- Start:
- 6 Ocean View Road, Auckland 1081, New ZealandWe are located on Waiheke Island at the Matiatia terminal, inside find our eRide shop, open 9am. Bikes to be returned by 5.30-6pm. We are open 7 days a week. For the full day adventure we reccomend catching the 9am or 10am Fullers ferry or 9:15 Island Direct Ferry to Waiheke from downtown Auckland.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 222216P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 222216P1
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- Atulspeaks0 contributionsGreat customer service !The bike check in experience was great . We were briefed well . However , both bikes had problem multiple times . The chain kept coming off , and one bike lost all power while climbing . But the customer service , and the replacement on. road was very quick - with in 15 minutes . And they refunded our money too. Waiheke is a great place to ride with stunning views , and I would recommend the E-bike.Written 14 December 2024
- fredcR9753HE0 contributionsNice, very nice!Bikes were well maintained, equipped and handled great. People were beyond nice. Scenery was fantastic. Not a flat spot on the island.Written 28 July 2024
- Paradise192401412740 contributionsTop Bike,Top Service !Rode the man of war ride. Best eva. Were set up on fantastic bikes... better than i expected. Had amazing service and top people to deal with. Will def be back. Actually have already book a return to do 5 bays ride with them.Written 17 June 2024
- laura c0 contributionsGreat fun to e-bike around Waiheke!Great fun and opportunity to see a lot of Waiheke. Tour operator was helpful and friendly. Bikes well maintained and easy to use.Written 16 January 2024
- Geoff H0 contributionsExcellent service and quality e-bikesSo glad we booked the e-bikes ! Excellent service and advice from the staff when collecting. Quality bikes and we had a great day.Written 30 December 2023
- NorthStar5699130 contributionsMust do!Such a great day on e-bikes exploring beaches, wineries, breweries and the beautiful Island of Waiheke! Definitely recommend!Written 13 December 2023
- philipwV8333LX0 contributionsGreat way to see the islandI rented a bike last minute having originally intended to use the buses and I’m so glad I did. It’s a fantastic way to see the Island at your own pace & the electric assist was certainly welcome as there are one or two hills! The bike I used was brand new. I was also provided with a lock & a pannier for my rucksack which was really helpful. One minor improvement I would suggest is a map holder on the handlebars as trying to read the map & cycle is dangerous. Otherwise I thought it was a good product if a little expensive at just over NZD 100 including a card charge.Written 12 December 2023
- 460brianm0 contributionsVery professional and efficient and a pleasure to deal withWe were superbly looked after by J at eride when renting our ebikes today - he couldn't have been more helpful or professional in his dealings with us, and we would highly recommend ebikes.Written 30 November 2023
- Jason B0 contributionsGreat day outBooked on-line and no hassles when we got off the ferry. We given a map with great explanation of the island and why riding the route depicted was the best and safest, we did the 5 bays ride (with some extra side trips). Bikes were charged and in good condition, we got a thorough briefing on how everything worked. We had no issues with either bike and had a fantastic day out. I don’t normally ride an e-bike, but on Waiheke it was a blessing as it certainly has some hills. We did 40km and still had battery left at the end. Would happily do the rental again.Written 30 November 2023
- Maps013363368140 contributionsBeautiful islandThe Island is beautiful. Personal was ok. I first get a too small a bike. Swapping was no problem.Written 24 October 2023
- Steve W0 contributionsWaiheke Bike rocks!Super helpful staff (Jay from Argentina). Great bike. Fun way to see much of the island in 4 hours or so. Highly recommend.Written 13 April 2023
- Mark M0 contributionsThe only way to explore Waiheke!!Great helpful friendly staff. Excellent bikes and helmets . Personal attention with suggestions pointed out on the provided map….and right at the ferry. We didn’t book but on very busy day probably advisable!!Written 30 March 2023
- FrankT678900 contributionsGreat Service5 Star service from friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will went out of his way to help us. Would throughly recommend.Written 18 March 2023
- DIHawaii900 contributionsThe great excursion!!What a wonderful experience hands down. Here with the spouse and a best friend….only had one day to explore this wonderful island. This was definitely the way to go and we got to explore on our own time. Perfect weather and made for a wonderful experience. Make to visit Will - he was kind, welcoming, and ensured we had the experience possible. I would highly recommend! Thank you for a wonderful memories for our very first time in New Zealand!!Written 13 March 2023
- fredlaury0 contributionsGreat way to get around WaihekeGreat company, prompt communication and quality ebikes. A great way to visit and get around Waiheke Island. Highly recommended!Written 18 March 2022
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Jeremy B
Hamamatsu, Japan4 contributions
Dec 2024 • Solo
Booking online was straightforward, as was picking up the bike right at the quayside. Simple but comprehensive briefing and then I was off. Never having ridden an e-bike before, I was a little apprehensive but it was easy to pick up and it took me all around the island with ease. Was fun to be able to stop where I wanted and stay as little/long as I wished rather than having to work to the bus schedule. Battery lasted easily for the whole day. Only note of caution is that you do spend much of the journey on relatively narrow roads shared with cars, trucks and buses, so you need to be comfortable cycling in traffic and holding your nerve as the truck goes past...overall would highly recommend and definitely use again
Written 12 December 2024
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Many thanks for your beautiful review and glad that you enjoyed visiting waiheke at your own pace , Completely agreed, staying on the suggested itinerary and avoiding residential areas is it is highly recommended .
Written 24 January 2025
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Morris 176523
Saltaire, UK8 contributions
eRide Waiheke are the best of the three bike hire companies we've used in NZ. Great bikes, very professional. In particular, Will did a great job of explaining the best route around the island, annotating the large detailed map with his notes of the best places to see and stop off. Thanks very much.
Written 29 November 2024
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We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your ride! We strive to provide a smooth and fun experience for all our customers. Thanks for choosing E Ride!
Written 3 December 2024
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Phil H
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Jan 2025 • Family
Correctly sized bikes were waiting for us together with a pannier, lock and good quality helmets. After a clear briefing on the route map and an electric bike familiarisation we set off. It's a lovely way to see the island and it's sandy beaches. All the turning points are marked with blue bike-specific signs so following the route is a breeze. Parts of the route are quite hilly but there is ample battery capacity, even for this 76-year-old using maximum assistance. These guys look after you 🤩
Written 14 February 2025
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a great experience exploring Waiheke Island on our e-bikes. It's always a pleasure to see our guests of all ages enjoy the ride! We hope to welcome you back soon for another adventure!
Written 14 March 2025
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NanShi
Lexington, KY55 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
As a regular bike ride of e-bikes I thought this ride would be a piece of cake. However these bikes did not have as much power as ours do so the hills were tough. We rode on a weekday and was told it was good as there was not much traffic-their definition of traffic is not the same as mine. I’m just glad I didn’t ride on a weekend. Please beware that there is a lot of road riding and buses, cars and trucks pass you at a fast speed. They may be “used to” bike riders but that didn’t make them slow down. Also when transitioning from the road to the wide sidewalk be aware that the curb isn’t not flat as it is in the US. Great place for a wipe out as not only did I wipe out but later on the day we watched another person wipe out. I was thankful for the helmet as my head bounced on the sidewalk. (Now in the US if your helmet takes a hit it should be replaced. No idea if these helmets have been replaced after a fall or not.). I was just glad I was wearing one. They give you a nice saddle bag but it would be really nice is there was a first aid kit stocked in the bag as we had nothing to stop the bleeding from road rash on my elbow and knee. Neither did the other person who wrecked. The directions are slightly confusing and looking at a map while road riding was not easy. We made several wrong turns. The scenery and beaches were beautiful but trying to look at the scenery and ride and watch for cars made me wish I had taken a bus or rented a car. We did meet a nice local who was riding that rode part way with us and got us headed back to the pier. He wanted to “show” us some more stuff but we were done. All in all I would not do it again unless I had my own bike with more power and a throttle for those unexpected times you really need to speed up. Also would be nice if you were able to communicate through the helmets as my husband got way ahead of me at times going downhill and I wasn’t sure where to turn because he had the phone holder and the map. We have helmet attachments where we can talk to each other on our bike helmets and horse riding helmets and this would make all the difference in the world—like stop I crashed🤦🏻♀️. The good thing was my Apple Watch immediately notified me that I had taken a hard fall and offered to call 911. So unless you a very fit regular bike rider (and not e bikes with throttles) I would not recommend this adventure. Also glad my kids weren’t so the me due to the large amount of road ridding. We did take our bright orange shirts and glad we did to keep us visible. Highly recommend that if you plan to do this.
Written 12 February 2025
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Hi Nanshi,
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate you sharing your experience. Our e-bikes are designed for a balanced ride, though we understand they may feel different from personal models with throttles.
We hope you are fully recovered from your fall .
For safety, we provide first aid kits to riders heading to more remote areas like Man O’ W since the 5 Bay Ride stays within 15 minutes of medical assistance. We regularly inspect and replace helmets to ensure rider safety.
Traffic on Waiheke is minimal compared to Auckland or other cities, but riders do share the road with cars. As with any biking experience, staying aware of your surroundings is key. We offer a short test ride before setting off to ensure you’re comfortable with the bike and road conditions.
In regards to your desire of using helmet attachments to talk to other riders , these are not part of the rental gear we offer. Riders are welcome to bring in any extra gear that may come handy for the day.
We’re glad you enjoyed Waiheke’s stunning scenery and beaches.
Written 9 March 2025
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Liz L
Dorchester, UK14 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Friendly staff when we picked up 2 bikes for ride around as much of the island as we could manage in 4 hours. However after about 50 minutes of riding one of the bikes was down to 2 bars of battery, soon dropping to 1 bar. Priority was to get the bike back to the ferry point, meaning we missed out on a vineyard visit. No one at the kiosk at the ferry port when we arrived back, so couldn't get additional charge to bike so opted for an earlier ferry back to Auckland. I've emailed the company about a partial refund but their only response so far has been to ask if we were told to call the office if we had any problems.
Written 2 November 2023
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Hi Liz
Yes you are correct if any one of our riders has an issue, running out of battery charge is one of them, or any querries during their ride they call our number and we will assit, this was indicated at the induction and the number is on the ebike, and the map, you should have reached out.
Our staff on support are only 15-20 min away on the 5 Bays ride loop. The ebike would have been swapped and you could easily visit the last vineyard, Mudbrick which is the last stop on the loop ride and only 10 min ride from the Ferry.
Written 2 November 2023
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Franzi93
Cairns, Australia34 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Perfect way to get around the island. Don’t underestimate the amount and height of the hills on this island! You defiantly need an e-bike!
Mark was super approachable, even picked us up on short notice to get the bicycles and then came to our accommodation to pick them up later.
$90 per day is expensive, compared to other ways of transport, but it was entertainment for the whole day and so worth it!
Mark was super approachable, even picked us up on short notice to get the bicycles and then came to our accommodation to pick them up later.
$90 per day is expensive, compared to other ways of transport, but it was entertainment for the whole day and so worth it!
Written 6 November 2022
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Thanks for your review, its the best way to see the Island at your pace.
Written 3 January 2023
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Lennard12
Amsterdam, The Netherlands10 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Best way to explore the island! Bikes are brand new, you can easily drive up hills all day without getting tired. Battery is more than you need for a full day biking around.
Communication is easy, and they delivered our bikes early in the morning at our accommodation (extra costs involved but worth it for us as we stayed in onetangi).
Would highly recommend!
Communication is easy, and they delivered our bikes early in the morning at our accommodation (extra costs involved but worth it for us as we stayed in onetangi).
Would highly recommend!
Written 3 November 2022
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Thanks for the great review, yes our hills are big like the views!
Written 3 January 2023
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SurreyDoodie
Capel, UK27 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
The process of collecting our bikes was very smooth and friendly and we felt that the company had thought of everything - phone holder, pannier, bike lock etc. Thankfully we did not need to call for assistance whilst cycling but reassurance was provided including trackers on the bikes if we didn't know where we were! A beautiful sunny day and a very happy way to explore Waiheke.
Written 1 March 2024
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Wout R
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Couples
The bicycles were ready, they received a bicycle bag and lock, which was great. Kind of E-Mounting bike, which is very well powered, making cycling very easy.
The route is super beautiful, lots of beautiful views, with room for swimming, wines, and food.
Everything for a successful day, partly thanks to Will.
The route is super beautiful, lots of beautiful views, with room for swimming, wines, and food.
Everything for a successful day, partly thanks to Will.
Written 1 February 2024
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AAA+ Thankyou
Written 24 February 2024
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Margaret W
Bonita Springs, FL6 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
I am a 77 year old female with lots of average riding experience, but I found this excursion very challenging. It is LOTS of hills and narrow roads. When I checked in, they showed me a map and it said the riding time would be one hour and 15 minutes. Under the circumstances, it was much longer for me. Another problem was the map they provided was very general and unclear. They provided a scanned map also for Google maps but it kept blanking out and I had to rescan and reload it, at least ten times. Overall, I would not do it again. It is for much younger and stronger, experienced riders. The eBike was great and easy to use. The price was good.
Written 10 February 2024
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Well done on giving it a go! it can be a long ride, pitty with google thou maybe it was your phone or the data that your map dropped out.
Written 24 February 2024
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do you know if we need to book some wineries if we do the e bike tour ? or we can just show up ?
Written 12 October 2024
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