The 10 Best Bike Tours in Queenstown, South Island

May 13, 2022 Timmy Ribble

Staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await in the resort town of Queenstown, which is also known for its Hobbits—much of the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Queenstown for the kayaking, bungee jumping, jetboating, white-water rafting, hiking and skiing. More mild-mannered adventurers can take a quiet cruise through nearby Milford Sound, part of the Fjordland National Park World Heritage area, or sample South Island pinot noir from one of the region's 75 wineries.
Restaurants in Queenstown

1. Off Road Adventures

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Off Road Adventures

The home of the best off roading in New Zealand. From beginner to pro let this local family of off roading champions treat you to the ride of your life. We offer amazing quad and dirt bike tours through some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery.

2. Vertigo Bikes

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Vertigo Bikes

Vertigo is Queenstown's original bike shop, 20 years old this year. We specialise in bikes and nothing else, it is our passion and it shows when you come through our doors when you are instantly greeted by our awesome and knowledgeable staff. We cater for everyone, from people looking to do a cruisey lakeside ride with the kids to the serious mountain biker looking to rent a high end carbon Santa Cruz bike to check out the Queenstown Bike Park. Our mission is to make sure you have the best experience possible on your bike ride in Queenstown, as we have world class bike trails that everyone should get to enjoy.

3. HeliBike NZ

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

HeliBike NZ

Explore the backcountry by bike with leading heli-bike company HeliBike New Zealand. Based in Queenstown New Zealand, HeliBike New Zealand and it’s local guides offer a range of epic guided riding experiences across Central Otago’s stunning alpine terrain. Enjoy breathtaking scenery as one of our helicopters drop you up high – then get ready for the ride of your life as you descend. With a range of trips on offer, including back country e-biking, there’s a up and down to suit every mountainbiker. Visit www.helibikenz.com for trip options or email us to create your own bespoke adventure.

4. Revolution Tours - Pedal to Paradise

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Revolution Tours - Pedal to Paradise

Traverse the western shores of Lake Wakatipu and into Mt Aspiring National Park . Let Revolution Tours take you on Queenstowns original fully guided and supported luxury biking and walking tour. After a day of riding in spectacular surroundings you will enjoy a hearty gourmet dinner and perhaps a good wine (or two!). Following that you may choose to rest your weary limbs in front of the fire or soak in the hot tub. Then happily drift off to sleep in one of the quality historic lodges along the trail and wake refreshed for another day of adventure. Because you deserve it. All luggage is transported by our support vehicle to the following nights destination. This leaves you free to enjoy your ride and walk without the extra weight of all your personal belongings. When riding you can cycle at your own pace along mainly flat and rolling farm and back country roads knowing that all your luggage is taken care of. Your experienced guides are there riding with you, on hand to share local knowledge, take spectacular photos and to fix those unfortunate flat tyres! We take the hassle out of your tour planning by taking care of all aspects of your tour. Everything is included in the price of our tours except 'over the bar' drinks. You just decide you want to come along and we take care of the rest. We love this part of New Zealand and can't wait to share this secret paradise with you.

5. All Mountain NZ

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All Mountain NZ

For a day or for a week, join us for an epic mountain bike tour! All Mountain NZ offers guided mountain bike tours in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world! We provide full day or half day sessions, helibike and ebike options, no matter how much you love riding your bike, our team will be thrilled to show you our playground and to guide you on some of the best tracks of New Zealand

6. Around The Basin Bike Tours

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Around The Basin Bike Tours

Around The Basin is a well established, locally owned company who pride themselves on offering a personalised service for all your biking needs on the Queenstown Trails, choose from Supported and Guided Cycle Adventures or simply Bike Hire or our Bike Shuttle Service that operates within the Wakatipu Basin. Around The Basin is owned by long term Queenstown locals Steve Norton and Lisa Cooper who are passionate about biking with over 20 years of involvement in the adventure tourism industry in Queenstown. Around The Basin has tailored a number of different cycle packages. Our target market is Grade 1 to 2 riders wanting a quality biking experience in one of the most beautiful areas of New Zealand renowned for its spectacular scenery. We operate on purpose built Cycle Trails which wander through the basin, past two lakes, three river gorges, historic Arrowtown, the wine area of Gibbston Valley and countless mountain ranges. The purpose built trails that ATB utilise are all off road.

7. ChargeAbout Queenstown

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ChargeAbout Queenstown

High-end European electric-assist mountain bikes for riding our spectacular cycle trails with battery recharge locations on the way. Genius! Our all-inclusive eBike hire includes the rental of eBikes, helmets, detailed maps and free access to our battery top-up locations so you can Charge About all day! The eBikes are incredibly simple and fun to ride, providing hill climbing ability that brings a smile. The Queenstown cycle trails are mostly off-road so it's the ideal way to see Queenstown to Arrowtown and beyond. Riders of all ability can stick together, allowing visitors to experience the most magnificent self-guided cycle tours of our region. Rent eBikes from the ChargeAbout HQ at the Hilton Hotel - right on the trail side, by the Queenstown Water Taxi jetty

8. Escape by Cycle

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Escape by Cycle

Escape by Cycle is New Zealand's premier cycle tour company. Based out of Queenstown, we provide premium quality all-inclusive tours on the best cycle trails in the South Island, including the Alps 2 Ocean, Around the Mountains, Roxburgh Gorge/Clutha Gold and West Coast Wilderness. Choose between a top quality ebike or mountain bike and enjoy full vehicle support while an experienced tour guide provides drinks breaks and amazing picnics along the way. Our tours are not just about the cycling - we stay at fabulous accommodation and eat at top restaurants while enjoying the best scenery in New Zealand.

9. Fork and Pedal Tours

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Fork and Pedal Tours

Explore Queenstown, Arrowtown, and the Gibbston Valley by bicycle or on foot, and sample local food, wine, and craft beer along the way with Fork and Pedal Tours. We offer unique guided and self guided bicycle tours with opportunities to taste local produce and meet the interesting people behind some of Queenstown’s best wineries, pubs, and eateries. Take in Queenstown’s stunning alpine scenery, picturesque rivers and lakes, and charming vineyards nestled in the famous Gibbston Valley, whilst our guides share some of the area’s vibrant history.

10. New Zealand Trails - The Trip of Your Lifetime!

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New Zealand Trails - The Trip of Your Lifetime!

The real New Zealand hiking experience in comfort & style! We run multi-day hiking tours and easy-going active adventures.

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