Easy Bike Tour - Mt Wellington Summit Descent & Rainforest Ride
Your ride starts with an exhilarating 6km road descent from the summit of Mt Wellington. Then, your guides lead you on an enchanting 11km off-road ride, descending through stunning temperate rainforest.
Starting 1270 metres above sea level, the summit experience and road descent have breathtaking views over Hobart and way, way, beyond.
The off-road rainforest ride gently meanders downhill through incredible temperature rainforest. You'll experience breathtaking vistas, towering eucalyptus forests, gigantic ferns, a waterfall, walk under historic aqueducts, gaze into crystal clear babbling streams, and catch glimpses of curious local wildlife.
The tour starts with a fun & interesting bus journey to the summit. Our experienced local guides will lead you all the way, providing commentary on the history, and nature of the area.
In between rides, we stop off at the Lost Freight Cafe, where you'll have time to grab some refreshments. The ride finishes back at our Hobart office.
Description
Itinerary
This easy, beginner-friendly mountain bike tour on Hobart's kunanyi/Mount Wellington also includes a stop-off at the summit. The main trail you'll be riding is called the 'Pipeline Track'. It's a delightful, beginner-friendly ride, meandering down through the lower foothills of the mountain. It’s a great way to experience the mountain up close, and you’ll feel you’ve had quite an adventure! Guests also have the option for a thrilling ride down the road from the summit of Mt. Wellington.
Your tour starts at our office in South Hobart. First up, you'll be fitted to a mountain bike, plus helmet. Then, you'll board our minibus and be shuttled to the summit of Mt. Wellington. After taking in the spectacular summit views over the city and beyond, you'll have the option to ride down the summit road, an exhilarating 6 km descent. If you prefer not to ride down the summit road, you'll descend in the minibus. After the summit experience, riders will rejoin the minibus and be shuttled to the start of the Pipeline Track. This beautiful 11km beginner-friendly trail gently descends through the forest of the lower foothills of the mountain. The ride finishes at our office in South Hobart.
Inclusions
- Mountain bike and safety helmet
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Trail map
- Puncture repair kit
Exclusions
- Snacks - Advise bringing a drink and a snack.
- Dress according to the weather forecast. The weather on the mountain can change quickly. Recommend bring a small back pack with a spray jacket and extra layer of warm clothing.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- To participate in this bike tour basic bike riding skills are required. All participants must read and sign a waiver.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Operates
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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