Roxburgh Gorge Trail Shared Tour

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Cycle the stunning 34km Roxburgh Gorge Trail by eBike. Experience the breathtaking landscapes along the mighty Clutha Mata-au River, featuring dramatic cliffs, rolling farmland, and lush native bush. Highlights include historic gold mining relics along the trail, a scenic Clutha cruise on a jet boat that connects an impassable area of the trail, and the impressive Roxburgh Dam which is witnessed at the end of the trail at Roxburgh Hydro Village. This trail can easily be combined with other Central Otago cycling routes to make for more of a multi-day adventure.

- 34km Grade 2-3 cycle trail; previous biking experience essential
- Explore the quaint town of Clyde for morning tea before heading on to the trail
- Speedy river cruise on the Clutha adds another perspective to the tour
- Easily combine with other trails for an extended cycling adventure

What's Included

Trail map
Bike accidental damage insurance
Additional equipment: bike light, helmet, repair kit, pannier bags & odometer
Premium eBike hire
Jet boat: Doctor’s Pt - Shingle Creek
Trail support
Shuttle Roxburgh Hydro Village - Cromwell
Shuttle Cromwell - Clyde

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please make your way to Kiwi Journeys in Cromwell, where one of our team will meet you, conduct your bike fitting, and brief you about your tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    In Clyde, a quaint town borne of gold-mining heritage, enjoy a stroll around the galleries and stores, or coffee and morning tea from one of the local cafes before the adventure begins.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    One of New Zealand’s most visually spectacular and intriguing Great Rides, the trail follows the Clutha Mata-au River past eroded bluffs and old gold workings set amidst graceful willows and fragrant thyme.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    At the conclusion of the trail, be sure to check out the impressive Roxburgh Hydro Dam - the largest concrete gravity dam in New Zealand which powers up to 200,000 homes.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Mapua Ventures Ltd (trading as: Kiwi Journeys)

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Tags

Day Trips
Mountain Bike Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
E-Bike Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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