Bike Hire

Nelson - Mapua - Kaiteriteri - Hokitika - Cromwell

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Kiwi Journeys stock the largest range of quality bikes and family equipment, including new KTM, SCOTT & HAIBIKE Electric Bikes.

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Our range of rental bikes include:

  • Trail Comfort Bikes

  • Mountain Bikes

  • Kid’s Bikes

  • Tandems

All styles of bike are available in Electric

We also offer equipment rental, including:

  • Pannier bags (included on all rental bikes with pannier racks)

  • Child seats

  • Child trailers

  • Bosch Powerpack 500 batteries

We hire bikes from Nelson, Mapua Wharf, Kaiteriteri, Hokitika, and Cromwell.

  • Rental Bikes can only be transported on suitable bike carriers. We reserve the right to cancel a booking at the point of pickup if the carrier does not meet our standards.

    If required, please inquire with us to book transport or contact us to check your bike carrier.

  • The carrier must:

    Have bike mounting that reduces the chance for bike-to-bike interference and damage.

    Have sufficient weight capacity to carry the bikes.

    For reference, our trail comfort bikes weigh approximately 15kg each, and our electric bikes weigh approximately 25-30kg.

    Examples of suitable racks:

    Thule Easyfold XT

    Yakima Holdup

    Ezigrip E-Rack 2

Our Range

See below for information on all of our rental bikes and equipment.

All Bike hire includes helmet, detailed map, spare tube, tyre levers, pump and lock.

Please contact us to inquire about renting bikes and equipment for use on the Old Ghost Road or Heaphy Track.

Dual suspension E-Bikes

3 Hours: $140
Full Day: $170

Our Scott and Haibike dual suspension e-Bikes a packing the new Bosch cx performance motor and a 625Wh battery. We have 2 x Extra Large, 5 x Large, 3 x medium and 1 x small sizes. Most bikes are fitted with a 625 watt battery and a 500 watt range booster battery (excluding size small). Aero bike packing bags available on request.


Hardtail mountain E-Bikes

3 Hours: $110
Full Day: $130

The discrete, internally mounted 625W PowerTube battery and 250W Bosch Performance Line CX motor will save your legs for the climb to the top of the trails.


Dual suspension Trail E-Bike

3 Hours: $110
Full Day: $130

KTM Chacana

The Chacana is a full suspension electric trail bike from the renowned Austrian company, KTM Bike Industries.  The rear suspension means this bike can handle semi rough terrain, while the lights, fenders and carrier means that it can be used in a much wider range of scenarios than a typical off-road bike.  

This model is  supplied with a carrier rack, lights and mudguards (LFC). 

NB: Not to be used in Mountain Bike Parks.


Step Through Trail E-Bikes

3 Hours: $100
Full Day: $120
Multi Day: $110

Amazingly fun and very easy to ride. These high end Bosch powered E-Bikes allow you to choose the level of assistance required.
Ideal for our tours if you feel that you can’t keep up, or for people with medical conditions that can’t normally ride. Pannier bags fit on the rear carrier perfectly. NB: These bikes are unisex. NB: Bike may alter from picture shown.


Standard Trail E-Bikes

3 Hours: $100
Full Day: $120
Multi Day: $110

Amazingly fun and very easy to ride. These high end Bosch powered E-Bikes allow you to choose the level of assistance required.
Ideal for our tours if you feel that you can’t keep up, or for people with medical conditions that can’t normally ride. Pannier bags fit on the rear carrier perfectly. NB: Bike may alter from picture shown.


Kid’s E-Bikes

3 Hours: $85
Full Day: $100

26 & 24 inch

The Kids can now tour with mum and dad and keep up. These are ideal for kids aged 9 - 12 years old, or for heights ranging from 140cm - 165cm


Long Travel Mountain Bikes

3 Hours: $110
Full Day: $130

Scott Ransom 29” long travel.

170mm of trail munchin, climb crushing, stage winning all day pinning mountain biking excellence. Comes equipped with the Scott TwinLoc Suspension System, a Sram Eagle groupset and Syncros components. Perfect for those wanting a higher level of bike with longer travel, for the mountain bike parks and trails around Nelson. Available in Large and medium.


Dual Suspension Mountain Bike

3 Hours: $85
Full Day: $110

Scott Genius/Spark

The Scott Genius and Spark have a super light alloy frame, as well as a front and rear fork/shock lockout allowing for a more optimized ride. It’s lightweight, durable, frame retains all the great geometry and ride of its Carbon cousins. This is a solid all round performing trail bike!


Hard Tail Mountain Bikes

3 Hours: $55
Full Day: $65

Merida and Scott Hardtails

Our standard Hard tail Mountain bike designed so riders of all skill levels can enjoy an adventure in the great outdoors. With a range of sizes up to large, these come with a 27.5 inch wheel. Frame size XL comes with a 29 inch wheel.


Trail Comfort Bikes

3 Hours: $50
Full Day: $60

Avanti Discovery - Custom specification for Kiwi Journeys.

These are the ideal trail bike for a more comfortable upright riding position.

Includes: 24 speed, 29" puncture resistant tyres, carrier, bottle cage, speedo, soft comfort saddles.

Available in Standard (pictured) and Low Step frame


Trail Comfort Bikes - Low Step

3 Hours: $50
Full Day: $60

Avanti Discovery - Custom specification for Kiwi Journeys.

These are the ideal trail bike for a more comfortable upright riding position.

Includes: 24 speed, 29" puncture resistant tyres, carrier, bottle cage, speedo, soft comfort saddles.

Available in Standard and Low Step (pictured) frame


Kids 24" Mountain Bikes

3 Hours: $35
Full Day: $45

Scott JR 24 inch

A great quality mountain bike, downsized so the whole family can enjoy your trip together.

For Children 8-12 years old.


Kids 20" Mountain Bikes

3 Hours: $35
Full Day: $45

Scott JR 20 inch

A great quality mountain bike, downsized so the whole family can enjoy your trip together.

For Children 5-7 years old.


Tandem Bikes

3 Hours: $60

Full Day: $90

Avanti road Tandem

Perfect for the trails, Tandem comes with rear carrier, bottle cages and speedo (computer), 27.5" wheels.


Electric Tandem Bikes

3 Hours: $150

Full Day: $180

Gepida E-Tandem

The European-made Gepida Thoris with the premium Bosch drive system is a comfortable and practical solution for couples who want to ride together. The Thoris Voyage now features 2 x Bosch 500Wh batteries for extended range, while a Bosch Performance CX engine provides superior hill climbing assistance.


E-Cargo with Child Seat

3 Hours: $140

Full Day: $170

Benno E-Cargo Bike

Challenging environments and heavy loads are no match for the uncompromising and award-winning Benno Boost E Speed. This compact and extremely sturdy Utility bike is always ready for the next adventureThe rigid aluminium frame and big 24” x 2.6” custom tires combine with the Bosch Performance Line Sport Electric motor to provide a powerful, yet composed ride. The unique upright riding position and ergonomic handlebar design lets you ride with purpose without sacrificing comfort and manoeuvrability.

The bike comes with a Thule child seat on the rear rack for children up to 22kg. With great luggage storage on the front rack (bag supplied) and a range extender battery (2 x 500wh) this is the ultimate bike for the Adults and kids to enjoy our trails in comfort and style!


Baby Seats

3 Hours: $70
Full Day: $80

Price covers bike and seat hire.

Available in top tube mount for up to 15kg, and rear rack mount for children up to three years old.

Seats come fitted to the bike.


Kids Trailers

Full Day: $45 - $60

Towed behind an adults bike. Bring your kids along with you in comfort! Even better behind an electric bike.

Double trailers available in Nelson and Cromwell


Aeroe bike packing bags

Full Day: $30

Also available for rental are the new aeroe waterproof ‘bike pack’ bags.

The set comes with a rear rack and two 14 litre rear bags. Ideal for dual suspension e-Bikes and MTB’s on the Old Ghost Road or Heaphy Track!

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