Switched on Bikes Wellington Bike Tours

Pick up anytime from 9am and ride for up to four hours.
Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike to explore Wellington city and the surrounding bays. From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness.
We can recommend a great half-day route that takes you from our store on the Wellington Waterfront, around the bays to the Miramar Peninsula and back via a lookout of the harbour entrance and Mt Victoria lookout. We have a recommended cafe stop (a local's secret!) with fun atmosphere, outdoor spaces and one of the best views you'll find.
If you'd like to take in the best visitor attractions of Wellington while riding, we recommend upgrading to a full-day hire so you have the time to visit attractions such as Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum and Weta Workshop- your eBikes will become your mode of transport as well as your activity!

We're centrally located only a 10min walk from the Wellington iSite (visitor's information center) and 10 min from Te Papa Museum (NZ's national Museum).

Arriving from a Cruise Ship


The
easiest way to find us to take the free Cruise Ship Shuttle and get off
at the North Lambton Quay Stop. We're about a 10 minute walk from
there.

Exit
your shuttle and walk down Whitmore Street. Stick to the sidewalk and
until you reach the water's edge and turn right. Stroll along our
beautiful waterfront for 5 minutes keeping the water's edge on your
left. Soon you'll come to our sign on the waterfront path and you'll see our store.

Our bikes are suitable for rides from 145cm (4'8) tall. We have a variety of bikes to suit your preference. You will be provided with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock and a cycle map of the city, including our top picks of places to stop on your ride. We have a large car-free space to get your riding and provide a full briefing of how the bikes work- they're easy!


Check out some route suggestions below .


Shorter Ride- Wellington Bays and Chocolate Fish Cafe



Ride Wellington's beautiful coastline to arrive at one of our city's favourite cafes in an outstanding nature-surrounded location. With stunning views, landmarks, history and nature- this is our most popular half-day experience. There are lots of extras and side trips you can add to this route, or keep it easy!
Time : 2-3 hours including stops. 1-1.5 hours ride time.
What to Bring : Water bottle, sunscreen, extra layer of clothing.
Distance : 20km return
Difficulty : Easy on/off-road riding with hills only if you want them. Wind can be strong at times.
Things to Know : The route includes shared pedestrian pathways, on-road cycleways, and quiet low speed roads.

Longer Ride – Wellington Bays and Maupuia Lookout


Take in the coast, the cafe and the gorgeous hills of Miramar. An extension to the above ride. This includes an extra loop with postcard views and a stunning lookout. Ride the coast, visit one of our city’s favorite cafes in an outstanding nature-surrounded location. Then experience the freedom of eBikes on the way up to the lookout.
Who : Those wanting to try some hills (great on ebikes!) and to catch some outstanding views.
Time : 3-4 hours
What to Bring : Water bottle, sunscreen, extra layer of clothing.
Distance : 30km
Difficulty : Road riding on quiet streets and some decent climbing.
Things to Know : The route includes shared pedestrian pathways, on-road cycleways, and quiet low speed roads.

Or go even further : Take a full-day hire and carry on around the south coast of Wellington along more beautiful coastal road. Spend time at Weta Cave checking out Wellington’s movie industry, take in some of the craft breweries in that part of town, or find the seals at the rugged and remote Red Rocks beach.

To get even further from town, think about hopping on the ferry across the harbour to Days Bay and Pencarrow Lighthouse Trail - a gorgeous coastal trail through the harbour mouth via a beautiful seaside village.


Click here to book a full day hire for these longer options.




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