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Around The Basin Bike Queenstown
Around The Basin Bike Queenstown
Around The Basin Bike Queenstown
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8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
8:45 AM - 5:30 PM
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Around The Basin Bikes are the most experienced team at getting riders onto the Queenstown Trail. The biking/walking trail network meanders 130 kms around the Whakatipu Basin linking some of the area’s premier destinations; particularly Queenstown with Arrowtown and the Gibbston Wine Valley. Expect to see awe-inspiring alpine vistas, river gorges and historic relics on your ride. We’ve designed bike packages to cater for all levels of riders; from those families who want to cruise by the lakeside with coffee stops, those keen to 'Bike The Wineries', to those athletes who want a hard day in the saddle. Our fleet of Mountain Bikes and E-Bikes are perfectly suited for taking you on your Queenstown Trail journey. As a locally owned and operated business, now into our 10th year of operation, we know a thing or two about biking in this area. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised Kiwi-flavour to turn your Queenstown biking experience from good to awesome.
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Robin K
Torrance, CA47 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Fun e-bike ride with more than enough time for stops at 3 wineries. The views along the river were beautiful and there were only a few other bike riders on the trail. A lovely, peaceful day and the bikes were very well maintained! The trail was mostly easy to follow with a couple of tricky spots.
Written 1 December 2023
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Sunshine50655656014
Auckland, New Zealand1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
fantastic experience and amazing scenery - not too hard and even better in good weather! Vineyards are in close proximity and easy to find. Safe bike trail off the main road
Written 13 November 2023
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Jenny E
2 contributions
A fabulous ride through spectacular country. Ran like clockwork. Very enjoyable afternoon. Would highly recommend. Thanks
Written 10 November 2023
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NPCerto
Pittsburgh, PA111 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a standout activity. Our trip was on time, our bikes were fine and the ride was above expectations. Touring Arrowtown was a nice bonus (highly recommend Provisions for coffee or lunch). The route was easy enough to follow and the scenery amazed us. Note, if you aren’t “fit” maybe pass, there are tricky sections and 35km is a longish way.
Written 23 October 2023
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Augie March
Sydney, Australia239 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
I had a day to kill in Queenstown and I thought a bike ride would be ideal. The ride from Arrowtown back to Queenstown looked like just what I needed. The reception staff were most friendly and helpful. I arrived at their shop at the prescribed time. There was a group of riders and we were mini-bused to Arrowtown. People were setting off on different rides. I knew parts were hilly and I didn't want to be late getting back to Queenstown, so once I had my bike and helmet I set off on the very well marked trail. I would advise that you take one of the company supplied maps. The bike trail passes through a range of stunning scenery. On the trail I only passed a few other bikers. You could hire an electric bike but I preferred a push cycle. It is no walk in the park and there were occasions when I dismounted and pushed the bike up a few hills. The last few kilometres into Queenstown were flat and easy to cycle. When I got back to the shop I knew I had just cycled 40kms. I was a bit exhausted but felt quite contented. I would advise taking water and some food to pause, have a picnic and appreciate the beauty of this part of the world. A wonderful day and highly recommended.
Written 9 September 2023
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windsweptandinteresting
Auckland Central, New Zealand12 contributions
I had a lovely lovely day!! Sure, I love bike riding! I ride all the time in my normal life. But you will love bike riding with this organisation. Well organised, experienced, friendly. In short, it's a fantastic outfit. Josh is a great host at the beginning of your ride. Well done, Josh!! Must be hard after the 100th time, but you make the info easy to remember!! Take an E bike, especially if you don't ride much, but if you are fit, you don't need an e bike, but it's fun!! Glorious scenery. Many photo opportunities. There is plenty to eat and drink on the way. We went to Mt Rosa winery. Fantastic! Stopped for a gin tasting. Equally excellent.
I can not recommend this activity high enough. I would give it 10 stars I could!!
I can not recommend this activity high enough. I would give it 10 stars I could!!
Written 22 July 2023
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J G
2 contributions
This was a fantastic experience . The team at Around the Basin was friendly and knowledgeable and very helpful I setting me up on my e bike and providing directions . The trial from Arrowtown to Queenstown is a fantastic and a good mix of beginner and mildly challenging . Shuttling to Arrowtown and biking back to Queenstown was the perfect distance for me . I loved this adventure .
Written 9 July 2023
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jestie
Wellington, New Zealand15 contributions
Such a fantastic way to explore the area around Arrowtown and Queenstown. The scenery is stunning, and riding an e-bike made it super cruisy. The service was first class. Helpful advice is provided by the staff in the office, including helping to pick the right bike ride. We departed Queenstown right on time. The pre-ride briefing was fulsome and humorous. The gear was of good quality. Highly recommend!
Written 1 July 2023
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Raphael V
3 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Fantastic day out. Weather was very average but that made the ride even more fun. Beautiful scenery and an interesting track made the day fly by. Take on board the companies recommendations for winery stops. Team was super helpful and accomodating.
A word of warning to be prepared to get a bit muddy is the ground is wet.
A word of warning to be prepared to get a bit muddy is the ground is wet.
Written 1 June 2023
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Stephanie_Long99
Gold Coast, Australia43 contributions
What a great way to see the Gibbston Valley! Had an amazing day with friends & family exploring the valley & wineries. We hired e-bikes which definitely made it more enjoyable for the slightly less fit in our group aka me! Did tastings along the way. Highlights were Gibbston Valley Winery, Kinross & Mt Rosa. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun day out.
Written 27 May 2023
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sofia v
Besancon, France108 contributions
Bonjour
Pouvez-vous me renseigner sur le degré de difficulté de ce trajet à vélo (arrowtown/queenstown) ?
Beaucoup de montées ou plat ? Femme de 60 ans je fais "un peu de vélo", mais je peine bcp dans les montées lol
Merci pour votre réponse.
Louise H
Brisbane, Australia17 contributions
Trying to make a booking for May 18th but we can’t click on any dates in May. Can you help? Thanks. Louise
Around The Basi...
Queenstown, New Zealand
Hi Louise
Sorry for the delayed reply. I didn't see a notification regarding your enquiry.
We do offer tours year round and move onto our winter schedule from 1 May. You should be able to book our Full Day Bike The Wineries Self Guided Tour, or our Winter Bike The Bridges Half Day Supported Tour.
Kind regards
Lisa Cooper
Around The Basin Bike Tours.
ilovesunflowers
Austin, TX39 contributions
I'm afraid of heights. Through your experiences with other travelers, will the suspension bridges be a problem for me? Are the bridges safe and secure or are they a bit wobbly? We were considering doing the half day ride around the basin and it looks like we'll be riding over 2-3 suspension bridges.
Around The Basi...
Queenstown, New Zealand
Hi ilovesunflowers894, Neil is right, the bridges are completely safe and only have a very small amount of upward/downward movement - not side to side! We always advise people who come out with us who have a fear of heights to just focus directly down and a couple of meters ahead of themselves until they are across. If you do our supported option you can ride to each bridge and if you feel you can't go over we can transfer you around the road. With one of the bridges (middle one) you would need to bike back 2kms to a meeting point. You will be fine with the final bridge (Bungy bridge) as it is very wide and substantial in size.