Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire: Self-Guided Trails at Your Pace

Pick your bike and your trail, then ride at whatever speed suits you

Self-guided mountain bike rental in Arrowtown on New Zealand's South Island, where you collect a Specialized hard-tail or cruiser bike anytime between 9am and 5pm and ride local trails completely at your own pace. Staff match you to the right bike and trail before you leave. Helmets, maps and phone support are included, and return shuttles can be arranged from the trail. Suitable for all fitness levels.

The experience

Arrowtown's trails were once known only to locals, and now you can ride them on your own schedule. You collect your bike anytime the shop is open (between 9:30am and 4pm in winter, or 9am and 5pm in summer), and head out with a map, a helmet and the staff's advice on which route matches your ability. The fleet is Specialized bikes, either hard-tail mountain bikes or cruisers, and the team pairs you with whichever one fits how you want to ride.

You set the pace entirely. There's no guide, no group, no fixed itinerary. Just you, the trail and the scenery. If something goes wrong, trail support is a phone call away, and return shuttles can be arranged so you don't have to ride back the way you came. The shop provides helmets, panniers and easy-to-read maps. You bring sunscreen, water and a camera. Drink bottles and trail snacks are available to buy on-site.

What’s included

• Specialized mountain bike or cruiser rental.
• helmet.
• trail map.
• panniers.
• phone support along the trail.
• return shuttle organization.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Better By Bike

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to ride at your own pace without waiting for a group: collect your bike in the morning and return it whenever suits your schedule, whether that's a quick ride between plans or a full afternoon on the trails.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

Can I ride for just an hour or two, or do I need to book the whole day?

You collect your bike anytime between opening and closing and return it whenever you're done, so a one-hour ride works just as well as a full day. There's no minimum rental period.

What if I get stuck on the trail or have a mechanical problem?

Full trail support is included, so you can call the shop if anything goes wrong and help will come to you. Return shuttles can also be organized from the trail so you don't have to ride back.

Do I need to be an experienced mountain biker to ride these trails?

The staff match you to a trail that suits your fitness level and experience, and the bikes come in both hard-tail and cruiser options. The product is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What's the difference between the hard-tail and cruiser bikes?

Both are Specialized bikes. The hard-tail is a traditional mountain bike. The cruiser is a more relaxed option for easier riding. The staff will help you pick the right one for the trail you want to ride.

Is there anything I need to bring with me?

Bring sunscreen, water, a camera and maybe swimwear and a towel if you want to take a dip in the river along the way. Helmets, maps and panniers are provided, and trail snacks and drink bottles are available to purchase.