Ride the Lake Dunstan Trail 🚲 🚐
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Enjoy a scenic shuttle transfer through stunning Central Otago landscapes
Discover dramatic cliffside paths through the spectacular Cromwell Gorge
Explore the vibrant Cromwell Historic Precinct and waterfront areas
Experience cycling alongside Lake Dunstan and Kawarau River views
Cycle The Spectacular Lake Dunstan Trail Through Historic Gold Rush Landscapes In Central Otago
Experience one of the most scenic cycling adventures in Central Otago with a fully supported ride along the spectacular Lake Dunstan Trail. Your journey begins with a comfortable shuttle transfer from Queenstown to the trailhead at Smith’s Way in Cromwell, where you will be equipped with a bike hire for the day, helmet, large pannier, toolkit, trail map, and bottle holder. This comprehensive setup ensures you are fully prepared for the beautiful terrain ahead.
Graded between 1 and 3, the trail offers a mix of easiest to intermediate sections, making it suitable for a wide range of riders seeking breathtaking landscapes and a rewarding outdoor experience. Discover the beauty of the 55 kilometre Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail as it winds through Cromwell to Clyde, tracing the shores of Lake Dunstan, the Kawarau River, and the dramatic Cromwell Gorge. The route provides constant visual rewards for every cyclist who traverses it.
Learn about the region’s gold rush heritage while exploring the Historic Precinct in Cromwell, stopping for coffee or a bite along the way, and spending time in the charming town of Clyde, settled in 1862. These stops offer a perfect blend of history and modern comfort, allowing you to appreciate the cultural significance of the area. Explore at your own pace before enjoying a convenient shuttle return to Queenstown, allowing you to relax and reflect.
This cycling adventure is designed to be both challenging and accessible, providing a perfect day out for those who love nature and history. The combination of well-maintained trails, stunning river views, and historical landmarks makes this an essential experience for visitors to New Zealand. With all logistics handled by our professional team, you can simply enjoy the ride, the fresh air, and the incredible scenery that defines the heart of the Central Otago region.
Cycle The Spectacular Lake Dunstan Trail Through Historic Gold Rush Landscapes In Central Otago
Experience one of the most scenic cycling adventures in Central Otago with a fully supported ride along the spectacular Lake Dunstan Trail. Your journey begins with a comfortable shuttle transfer from Queenstown to the trailhead at Smith’s Way in Cromwell, where you will be equipped with a bike hire for the day, helmet, large pannier, toolkit, trail map, and bottle holder. This comprehensive setup ensures you are fully prepared for the beautiful terrain ahead.
Graded between 1 and 3, the trail offers a mix of easiest to intermediate sections, making it suitable for a wide range of riders seeking breathtaking landscapes and a rewarding outdoor experience. Discover the beauty of the 55 kilometre Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail as it winds through Cromwell to Clyde, tracing the shores of Lake Dunstan, the Kawarau River, and the dramatic Cromwell Gorge. The route provides constant visual rewards for every cyclist who traverses it.
Learn about the region’s gold rush heritage while exploring the Historic Precinct in Cromwell, stopping for coffee or a bite along the way, and spending time in the charming town of Clyde, settled in 1862. These stops offer a perfect blend of history and modern comfort, allowing you to appreciate the cultural significance of the area. Explore at your own pace before enjoying a convenient shuttle return to Queenstown, allowing you to relax and reflect.
This cycling adventure is designed to be both challenging and accessible, providing a perfect day out for those who love nature and history. The combination of well-maintained trails, stunning river views, and historical landmarks makes this an essential experience for visitors to New Zealand. With all logistics handled by our professional team, you can simply enjoy the ride, the fresh air, and the incredible scenery that defines the heart of the Central Otago region.
- Bike Hire for the day
- Return Shuttle from Queenstown to Lake Dunstan
- Large pannier
- Helmet
- Bag Toolkit
- Trail Map
- Bottle Holder
- Gratuities
$ 23.84
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Customer Reviews
We hired x3 bikes last weekend (17th Jan) while two of the bikes were great, one of the bikes let our group down majorly. The chain was bent and in result had us stopping multiple times while trying to complete some of the Dunstan trail. This was significantly inconvenient also as this bike had the baby seat and baby on it. Unfortunately staff failed to rectify this issue or even address it on return of the bikes, as no one was in the shop we had to ring and let them know. Disappointing as the rest of our experience was good.
They dropped the ball and caused us to cancel our bike trip at the last minute. We booked a reservation well in advance for six bikes, two adults and four kids. They were very responsive and friendly when helping us arrange this over email. They asked for all the necessary details, including our kids' heights. On the day of our bike trip we had a 2-hour drive from Twizel to Cromwell. I called them before the drive just to make sure everything was set. The guy who picked up the phone seemed to be unaware of our reservation, but said he would get things ready in time for our arrival, and he again asked for our kids' heights. When we arrived, the shop was closed. We called the number on the window a few times before we got a response. We then waited another 10-15 minutes for him to arrive. But when he arrived, it soon became clear that they didn’t have bikes of the right size for our kids (even though we provided their heights twice). We ended up having to cancel the bike trip and instead we walked a shorter section of the Dunstan trail instead.
Easy to moderate trail with the help of an e-bike. Staff member was friendly and helpful. Drop off and pick up available.
