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Join one of our free guided bike rides or e-bike rides to discover where Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland's cycle routes can take you.

Guided bike rides 

Our guided bike rides tour through cycle routes across Tāmaki Makaurau, including the newest and most scenic routes on our network. Many routes have connections to local schools, cafes, town centres and more, these rides are perfect for local trips and getting out to discover our region. 

Don’t panic it’s volcanic – Mt Roskill

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Distance: 10km loop
Terrain: bike-only paths
Cost: free
Age: 18+

Explore the excellent Puketapapa paths that have been extensively re-wilded and gives great access to a number of local school and a volcanic summit (optional) to practice good use of gears.

After the morning ride, or before the afternoon ride, their is the option to check out the work of the nearby Bike Hubs who accept donated bikes and give them to those in need. 

Register for a guided ride

If this sounds too challenging, try our Bronze bike skills course for beginners.

Spring fling – New Lynn to Avondale

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Distance: 16km return route
Terrain: bike-only paths
Cost: free
Age: 18+

Some Auckland freshest cycle tracks from New Lynn, through Avondale and then onto Western Springs. This has great connections for Unitec Students or those who need to get to the central city. After the morning ride, or before the afternoon ride, their is the option to check out the work of the nearby Bike Hubs who accept donated bikes and give them to those in need.  

Register for a guided ride

If this sounds too challenging, try our Bronze bike skills course for beginners.

Bike train – Te Ara ki Uta ki Tai – Glen Innes to Tamaki Drive

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Distance: 14km return route
Terrain: quiet roads
Cost: free
Age: 18+

Try the brand new Te Ara ki Uta ki Tai cycle connection that follows the Glenn Innes, Meadowbank and Orakei railway corridor before turning around at Tamaki Drive intersection, including the temporary route on Ngapipi Road. The bike train may refuel with a coffee at a nearby cafe.  

Register for a guided ride

If this sounds too challenging, try our Silver bike skills course for intermediate cyclists.

Off the beaten track – North Western Pathway

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Distance: 14km return route
Terrain: bike-only paths
Cost: free
Age: 18+

Ride along the Northwestern Path from the growing Westgate centre into the Henderson Creek cycle and walking paths before turning around at the Tui Glen Reserve Playground at Henderson. Bring a picnic or grab a coffee at the Falls Hotel.

Register for a guided ride

If this sounds too challenging, try our Bronze bike skills course for beginners.

Guided e-bike rides 

Our guided e-bike rides tour the City Centre Cycle Loop. The loop is an easy way to get around the city by bike and an e-bike makes climbing Auckland's hills easier. Explore our city’s upgraded waterfront via the Quay Street cycleway, cruise underneath the historic Grafton Bridge via the Grafton Gully path, and discover incredible city views from the Lightpath - Te Ara I Whiti. 

New guided rides coming soon.

Group bookings 

Group bookings are available for our guided e-bike rides only. A minimum of 4 people is required.  

If your group is interested in a guided e-bike ride around the central city loop, fill out the expression of interest form.  Our contractor will be in touch to book a ride at a time that suits your group. 

What you need to know

  • All guided rides are free and open to Auckland residents over the age of 18.  
  • Our guided rides are for people who are confident on a bike. We have free Adult Bike Skills courses if you need to learn or practice riding. 
  • All guided rides take about 2 hours.
  • Registration is required for all guided rides. 

On the day make sure to:

  • read all confirmation emails for details about your ride
  • arrive 15 minutes before the start time
  • look for AT flags and bikes
  • wear comfortable clothing and shoes such as sneakers (no jandals)
  • bring a backpack with sunscreen, a rain jacket, a water bottle and snacks.

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