Kawarau Gorge Trail Blazer - Gibbston to Cromwell

KAWARAU GORGE TRAIL BLAZER

Kawarau Gorge Trail | 1 Day - Self-guided 40km (Grade 2-3, Intermediate) 

>> Gibbston depot to Cromwell depot

The most anticipated Great Ride to launch, we are excited to introduce the Kawarau Gorge Trail, a feat of trail engineering connecting Gibbston wine country with Bannockburn wine country.  Be among the first to ride the much-anticipated Kawarau Gorge Trail which connects the network of Queenstown Trails starting in Gibbston with those of Central Otago in Bannockburn.

This self-guided eBike tour includes Premium eBike rental and the return shuttle from our Cromwell depot to our Gibbston depot. The Kawarau Gorge Trail follows the path of the early settlers who explored the region during the gold rush period. The trail defies engineering - traversing bluffs, crossing above the Kawarau River on clip-on bridges, meandering along paths that have been built and shaped to sit naturally within the challenging terrain.

Take in spectacular scenery featuring rugged rock formations, the mighty Kawarau River, and historic gold mining settlements. Ride beneath the dramatic Nevis Bluff and explore remote terrain through the gorge that was once inaccessible.

In Bannockburn, the journey continues along Felton Road, passing several of New Zealand’s most renowned wineries before connecting with the Lake Dunstan Trail. Follow the trail as it winds beside the Bannockburn Inlet toward the Cromwell Heritage Precinct, then continue on to the Kiwi Journeys depot in Cromwell in time for the shuttle back to Gibbston.

This all inclusive option makes it easy - all biking equipment and associated shuttles are included.  Just turn up and enjoy the ride!

• Leaving Gibbston behind, stunning scenery abounds - rocky outcrops, the gushing Kawarau River, historic goldmining settlements...this trail has it all!
• Stop in at the Goldfields Mining Centre to explore the gold mining history of the area (optional, entry not included)
• Journey across two suspension bridges that cross the Kawarau River
• Wind beneath the Nevis Bluff, and enjoy access to previously inaccessible terrain along the gorge
• Stop in at Carrick Cellar Door to top off the day
• It's just 9km on a cruisy trail around the Bannockburn Inlet to the Kiwi Journeys hub to end the day
• From Cromwell, the Kiwi Journeys shuttle provides transport back to Gibbston

Check in: Gibbston depot - anytime between 9am and 10.30am ; return bikes to the Kiwi Journeys Cromwell depot by 4.15pm to catch the shuttle departing at 4.30pm

This package includes:

• Premium eBike hire from a Qualmark Gold endorsed operator
• Additional equipment: Mips helmet, repair kit, pannier/handlebar bag
• 4.30pm shuttle transfer from Cromwell to Gibbston
• Trail map

Accidental damage insurance:

Accidents do happen, we highly recommend you take accidental damage insurance. For example if the bike fell over and damaged a wheel, stand, derailleur or eBike computer, we will cover it! (new eBike computer = $250)

·    eBike insurance: $10 per person, per day