The 15 E-Bike Tours in New Zealand That Earn Their Price

1.Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $192Our pick

Join Greville and the Akaroa Ebike Safaris team for a guided ride up the slopes of an extinct volcano. The Lava Loop uses Scott pedal-assist mountain bikes on mostly sealed roads, with harbour views, crater-rim riding, safety gear, and a small group of no more than seven.

“The tour was great. We were met by Greville and he set us up for the ride through the hills. The E-bikes made the ride very enjoyable. I highly recommend it.”

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2.Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $121

Ride a comfort e-bike from Nelson along the off-road Great Taste Trail to Seifried Winery, 22 km away. Chris and Bernie provide a personal briefing, map, helmet, and wine tasting. Add lunch, Rabbit Island, or Mapua, but plan carefully for the long return ride.

“Stunning views of the Nelson coastline/estuary and local farmland on this all day excursion to the winery and back. But cycling was easy safe, and energizing. Chris and Bernie couldn't have been better hosts. All and all, a peek experience!”

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3.Lake Dunstan Discovery Day Tour by eBike with Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $117

Meet Kiwi Journeys in Cromwell, get fitted with a quality e-bike and safety gear, then take the morning shuttle to Clyde. Ride beside Lake Dunstan, the Kawarau and Clutha rivers, vineyards, farmland, and historic sites before returning to Cromwell. Lunch at Carrick Winery is recommended but not included.

“Fantastic and friendly service from the guys at Cromwell.”

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4.Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $136

Ride 28km of the Remutaka Rail Trail on an eBike, from native forest near Kaitoke to Featherston. Staff such as Isaac or Laura handle bike fitting and trail instructions, while you enjoy tunnels, bridges, a picnic lunch, and a downhill run toward Wairarapa farmland.

“We absolutely loved this tour. The trail was beautiful with lots of picture opportunities. They provided a wonderful lunch which we enjoyed before the second part of the ride which was a bit more technical but lots of fun. I would highly recommend this e-bike excursion.”

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5.Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $192

You’ll cycle from sea level to Akaroa’s crater summit on a powerful electric mountain bike, then paddle the crater’s marine reserve with a guide such as Joey. Expect steep grades, big views, snacks, photos, and possible penguin, dolphin, and cave sightings in a small group.

“Enjoying the peaceful and beautiful blue waters, kayaking into a cave…very cool! Then biking up and down 10-15%grade with absolute ease with the turbo feature on the e-bikes!”

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6.E-Bike Adventures Through the Wineries in Gibbston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $83

Start with pickup from your Queenstown accommodation and ride an e-bike from Arrowtown along the Arrow River Bridges Trail to Gibbston. Expect mountain scenery, gold-mining sites, bungy jumping views and winery stops. Nick and the Whizzy team provide bikes, helmets and return transport.

“It was fun! The guys were clear in their instructions for the bikes, and easy to communicate with. The Gibbston Valley is picturesque, good trail with varying views. Had scheduled a few days before to go on a wine vineyard/cellar tour that inclRead more”

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7.Akaroa: Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour-Lava Loop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $104

Join a small guided group for a three-hour Scott or Trek electric mountain-bike ride from Akaroa to the crater rim. Max, Lourn, and other local guides share area stories while you tackle steep sealed roads, then enjoy a flowing descent with harbour and countryside views.

“Exhilarating! High intensity ride that paid big dividends in terms of views and sense of achievement. My guide, Lourn, guide was great. Kept me safe and shared heaps of local knowledge - history, culture, flora and fauna.”

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8.Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $136

Ride 28km of the Remutaka Rail Trail from Kaitoke through native forest, tunnels and old railway sites to Cross Creek. Wildfinder provides transport, an eBike, safety gear, pannier bag, lunch and water. Hosts Cooper and Pacey have earned praise for attentive support, but the rocky descent needs care.

“Road and electric mountain bike up and down a hill/mountain! Was so invigorating and exciting! I’ve never done anything like this, and it might have been one of the best excursions we have ever done! Our young excursion leaders were wondRead more”

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9.Akaroa Explorer: Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $86

Ride a high-powered Scott e-mountain bike around Akaroa with a local guide such as Max or Jack. This two-hour small-group outing combines quiet coastal roads, moderate climbs, lighthouse views, Māori cultural sites, and fresh Pacific air. Basic cycling confidence and comfortable sports shoes are essential.

“Nous avons reçu un accueil formidable de la part de Max mais malheureusement l’équipement n’était pas de qualité avec beaucoup de problèmes mécaniques ce qui a empathie sur notre randonnée. Cela reste du bon matériel, mais il faut l’entretenir. Nous avons quand même passé un agréable moment en famille”

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10.Guided Electric Mountain Bike Tour- Akaroa Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $96

Ride a Scott or Trek pedal-assist mountain bike from Akaroa with a local guide. Over 2.5 hours, you’ll follow quiet sealed roads past the lighthouse, coastal viewpoints, the marine reserve, and sites of Maori cultural importance. Choose between two routes for different fitness levels.

“Was offered a self guided ride instead on the crater loop. Navigation very easy and the scenery was awesome. Ebike really helps us to enjoy the ride. My son and I really enjoyed the ride.”

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11.Waitomo E-bike ride including enchanting bush walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $55Best value

Start at Waitomo Village with a safety briefing, route map, coffee, drinks, and e-bike instruction from Richard. Ride the 2 to 4-hour AJ Circuit through farmland, creeks, rivers, and native forest, with mountain views on clear days. Add the 45-minute Ruakuri bush walk if time and energy allow.

“Richard was awesome, he had thought of the things we hadn’t to make our few hours on the bike comfortable. Highly recommend doing the Bushwalk and caves it was stunning! Stopped at the top for a short break and something to eat with stunning views. Lots of fun!”

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12.Akaroa: Electric Mountain Bike and Sea Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 3 reviews · 5h 30m · from $164

Spend about five and a half hours cycling and kayaking around Akaroa with a local guide. Ride an electric mountain bike on quiet sealed roads to crater views, then paddle through a protected marine reserve where Hector dolphins, fur seals, and white-flippered penguins may appear.

“Operator was great and accommodating. We saw multiple marine life and had nice weather. I did a self guided ride as there was not a group to go with the day I wanted to. They told me the ride would be alot of uphill and was it ever! Even hills on the way back when you think you're done! I also hit up the akoroa winery on my ride and staff were very friendly so stick a $10 in your pocket and make a stop!”

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13.Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $176

Spend 5.5 hours with local guides Jack and Greville, combining an electric mountain bike ride on the Lava Loop with a sea kayak safari through Akaroa’s marine reserve. Expect striking crater views, birdlife, helpful instruction, and a real workout in a group of no more than seven.

“We absolutely loved our time kayaking with Jack on the water and with Greville on the ebikes! They both did a great job giving us instructions and then guiding us each step of the way. We had a group aged 9 to mid-50s with mixed experienRead more”

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14.Auckland Half Day E-Bike Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $93

Join guide Gordon for a relaxed private e-bike ride through Auckland’s waterfront, Western Springs, Meola Peninsula, Te Atatu, and West Auckland. Grade 1 cycle trails, premium bikes, city views, waterways, and a coffee or afternoon-tea stop make this a friendly choice for newer riders.

“Gordon was a friendly and helpful host. We were all new to riding e bikes.”

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15.Electric Bike and Wine Tour Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $117

Start with a 10am shuttle from Queenstown, Frankton, or Arrowtown to collect an electric bike. Ride the Arrow and Kawarau River Trails to Gibbston, then join a qualified wine guide and Wine Hopper shuttle for flexible tastings, food, and cellar doors before returning around 6pm.

“Rob, our driver was amazing! It was great to have the flexibility to choose our own wineries and timings on the day, they were all super close so it was really easy getting around and the team were great coordinating and helping us plan timings, even when we were running late on the bikes. Thanks so much”

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