Ride amongst vast stands of Kamahi, through volcanic rock formations and past the intriguing Echo Rock before you start to descend down the Kotukutuku Stream.
Explore the Waihora Trail in the Waihaha Section, winding through Kamahi forests and past volcanic landmarks like Echo Rock. Traverse dramatic descents along Kotukutuku Stream, marvel at expansive views across Lake Taupō, and conclude with a tranquil boat transfer at Kotukutuku Landing
The Waihora Trail features challenging ascents through dense Kamahi forests and tight switchbacks over rugged volcanic rocks, leading to sweeping high-altitude views from Waihora Lookout. It then plunges into steep descents along Kotukutuku Stream, concluding with a serene boat transfer at Kotukutuku Landing.
The Waihora Trail, a gem within the Waihaha Section of the Great Lake Trails, offers a breathtaking journey from the Waihaha Road junction to Kotukutuku Landing. As you ride, the trail unfolds into expansive views that stretch across Lake Taupo towards the striking volcanoes of Tongariro National Park, celebrated from the Waihora lookout. This part of the trail is a spectacle of natural beauty, under vast blue skies that enhance the serene, vast landscape.
The trail weaves through dense stands of Kamahi and past dramatic volcanic rock formations, including the intriguing Echo Rock. The descent along Kotukutuku Stream is an engineering marvel, featuring a series of bridges, platforms, and boardwalks that lead you gracefully down to a secluded beach in a tranquil bay. Here, riders are typically met by a pre-booked boat transfer that shuttles them back to Kinloch, marking a picturesque end to the adventure.
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Complete surveyWhether you're exploring the Waihora Link or looking for more forest routes of the Great Lake Trails, the Taupō region offers unforgettable rides amidst the supervolcanic landscapes and lush wilderness. With over 30 trails and more than 380 kilometers of riding paths, your adventure through this biking paradise is sure to be exhilarating and memorable.
Hire a bike. Hard tail, full suspension and electric mountain bikes. We also hire road bikes.
Part of the Super volcanic trail Network. Two nights B&B accommodation, meals and transport to mountain bike the Great Lake Trails over 2 days including the boat transfer from Waihaha on the first day and the K2K/W2K sections on the second day.
Why not combine your mountain biking and kayaking trip into one fun adventure packed day? Enjoy the stunning scenery Great Lake Taupo and its surrounding area has on offer on both land and water.
Enjoy the Beautiful Scenery of the famous Waikato River Trail as you Bike or walk in an ever-changing, Breathtaking landscape, for just a few hours, or travel more of the trail over 2 to 5 days. Shuttle, Bike Hire and accommodation available.
Southern Lake Taupo has some of the best mountain bike country in New Zealand. We know trails that ride through stunning scenery, immersing you in native forest and along side magnificent rivers full of trout and can be relaxing or challenging.
Got your own bike? Supervolcanic. Ride the Epic Waihaha section of the Great lake Trail with this transfer package from Kinloch.
This is a short but beautiful track that weaves its way through native forest and includes a short steep climb, a picturesque river ford and some wooden bridges. This is an intermediate/advanced trail with lots of fun to be had.
Whether you want to hike it, bike it, taste it or just go see it Adventure Shuttles helps you get the buzz in the beautiful Central North Island.
Shuttles, bike/ebike hire and glamping accommodation on the Timber Trail - one of New Zealand's Great Rides.
Timber Trail 2-day all inclusive package. One night in Taupō, one night in the Timber Trail Lodge, meals and luggage transfers ex Taupō.
