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Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion
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Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion

Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion

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Overview

Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike) day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels, and can be lengthened or shortened to suit you. 18/35 km of easy / moderate riding.

Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland. 

You will be provided with everything for your adventure - transport to and from your cruise ship, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

Activity location

  • Maymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Maymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedKnowledgeable and friendly host, who will provide information regarding the trail and what to expect throughout the day.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll transport - shuttles to and from Wellington port.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
  • What's includedWhat's includedeBike (electric bike)
  • What's includedWhat's includedHelmets and other safety gear, racks and a pannier bag for your personal effects.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll food and water provided - Please let us know your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedExcludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have, but the trail is really easy to follow and full of information stations, so a guide isn't really necessary.

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please provide the following at time of booking, so we can make sure your day goes smoothly:
  • Info regarding your dietary requirements - eg "no seafood please", "gluten free", "vegetarian"
  • Your approximate height (for bike sizing) - inches or cm are fine.
  • Trips are subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.
  • Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. During the warmer months, this means shorts and a t-shirt for riding, and a light jacket in reserve. During the colder months you may prefer long pants or tights (nothing baggy that may catch on the bike!), with a tshirt, fleece and light jacket in reserve. Closed shoes - running shoes are perfect - must be worn at all times.

Activity itinerary

Wellington (Pass by)
9.15am We'll pick you up from the cruise ship port in Wellington, we'll then drive to the start of the trail
Maymorn
  • 1h
Optional start point for the 25-35km, slightly more challenging ride
Remutaka Rail Trail - Kaitoke
  • 4h
Start point for the easier, 18-28km ride. Start your adventure with a very gradual incline through native bush. Pass through tunnels (headlights provided!) and over bridges, while checking out information boards detailing the enormous task of constructing the old fell railway system. Reach the summit - a large grassy plateau perfect for a picnic or cold drink - then enjoy a fun (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, surrounded by some of NZ's most scenic farmland.
Wairarapa (Pass by)
We'll pick you up at Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, before heading back over the Remutaka Ranges, through the Hutt Valley and back to the cruise ship port (approx arrival time is 3.45-4.00pm). Please note: if you are on a cruise ship, we pick you up direct from the Port at 9.15am. We cannot wait for late arrivals - make sure you are there on time otherwise the shuttle will leave without you! We arrive back at Port between 3.45pm - 4pm. Please check that your sailing times allow for these timings, we will not be held responsible if you miss your boat!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMaymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMaymorn
    • Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

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