Mystery bike experience with a difference in Matakana.
Subject to availability. Booking in advance is essential.

BYO Bike or eBike or hiring one can be organised subject to availability.

Medium to advance fitness is required. This ride includes gravel sections, some steep hills and a small amount of road use

A great cultural adventure for the discerning confident cyclist, with so much to do, you could make a weekend of it!

 

Starting and finishing in Matakana, it is best to drive and park in the community carpark next to Matakana school.

Discover the Matakana Bike Trail (established stage) from Matakana, Omaha & Point Wells in a whole new way – with our exclusive mystery picnic experience. This experience takes you on a fun, unique adventure exploring this beautiful Matakana region.

Ride from the village to the beach through some stunning farmland, bush and quiet communities. Available 7 days, however when certain vendors are closed, substitutes will be made. You will be given a map of your trip and a set of clues that you need to solve to work out where you are going. Food and beverages are provided. Depending on the date, you will enjoy a wine tasting and picnic platter OR a bottle of wine and a curated picnic to share at your final destination allowing you to immerse yourself in the picturesque surroundings.  Unleash your intelligence and embrace the mystery of a truly unique picnic experience.  Capturing precious moments and making unforgettable memories as you bask in the beauty of the Matakana region, on this stunning trail.

You must have your own bike or eBike (no liability is taken waiver form to be signed), walking is an option for those keen beavers and of course there is the option of driving but that would just be lazy right and not so great on the environment, unless of course health reasons dictate!Length: 8km round trip Matakana to Matakana (15km Matakana to Point Wells or 30 km round trip Matakana/Point Wells/Matakana).

Duration: 3 hours first part or 4-5 hours for full experience.