Wairoa Gorge MTB Park Private Shuttle Day

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Ride like a billionaire: Wairoa Gorge Private Shuttles. Escape the rigid timetables of public shuttles and ride on your terms. Wairoa Gorge beckons with its world-class mountain biking trails, designed for those who seek adventure without limits. With Gravity Nelson's private shuttle service, navigate through 70 kilometers of expertly crafted "money no object" singletrack, enjoying almost 1000 meters of thrilling descent on each run. Personalized guidance and insider tips elevate your ride, ensuring a tailored experience for your group. Benefit from flexible scheduling and door-to-door transport from Nelson, maximizing your time on the trails. This full-day adventure includes five exhilarating runs, expert mechanical support, and the option for gorge-ready bike rentals at special rates.

What's Included

All fees to enter the Wairoa Gorge Mountain Bike Park are included
Your Private Shuttle Vehicle can collect you from your hotel, the airport or our shop and transfer you and your MTB to the Wairoa Gorge for a full day of MTB shuttles before returning to Nelson
You will need a good mountain bike in working order
You will need your personal cycling clothing and protective equipment

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The Wairoa Gorge is a one hour drive from Nelson, we can meet you at our centrally located shop or pick you up from the airport or your hotel.

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Meeting point

If we are meeting you at the Wairoa Gorge Bike Park make sure you allow at least one hour to drive there and look for the small black signs from the Brightwater turn off. Drive to the last carpark before the deep river crossing and we will meet you there.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

During this full-day private shuttle experience, you'll explore the legendary Wairoa Gorge—a mountain biker's paradise originally built by American billionaire Ken Dart. You'll conquer up to 5 full-sized runs on this exclusive 70km network of meticulously hand-crafted singletrack, with each top-to-bottom run offering a thrilling 1000m descent through pristine native bush.

Unlike rigid public shuttle schedules, your private driver waits for you—allowing time to session features, take photos, and ride at your own pace. You'll benefit from expert trail recommendations tailored to your ability level, with strategic run planning to experience the park's best offerings across its diverse range of trails (21% Grade 3, 52% Grade 4, 23% Grade 5, and 4% Grade 6).

Your day includes door-to-door transportation from Nelson, comfortable shuttle service throughout the gorge, and the flexibility to mix half and full runs to maximize your vertical descent. Whether you're a first-timer or returning for a second conquest, this premium experience delivers the ultimate day of world-class mountain biking.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Gravity Nelson

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Extreme Sports
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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