By Chaffers Dock Marina, juts a 5 minute walk from the Wellington iSite and Te Papa Museum.
Description
Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this half-day or full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness. If you can ride a bike, you can ride an eBike. You will be provided with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock and a cycle map of the city, including top picks of places to stop on your ride.
You can ride the bays to take in the best view points or use your eBike as your transport between the Wellington must see attractions such as Weta Workshop, Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum or the Wellington Cable Car located only 5-minutes away. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, you'll love exploring Wellington on these top-quality electric bikes!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
17 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult
$49
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Full Day Self-Guided Tour
Duration: 1 day: Pick up an eBike in the morning and ride to your hearts content until closing time!
Half Day Self-Guided Tour 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours: Perfect for those who want to take their time checking out the fully separated cycle ways of Wellington's waterfront.
Itinerary
New Zealand Parliament
10 min
Just a few minutes ride on on-road cycle ways from our store, you'll find New Zealand's historic and idyllic Parliament grounds. Wander around the publicly accessible park-like grounds of our government and observe three distinctly interesting buildings: The Beehive, Parliament House and the Parliamentary Library. Lock your bikes up and head inside for a free tour!
20 min
Pick up your bikes from our centrally located shop on the Wellington Waterfront.
Oriental Bay
10 min
Cruise the waterfront past the scenic and popular Oriental Bay
Mount Victoria
15 min
Set the eBikes to TURBO and head up to the main look out of Wellington City.
Shelly Bay
30 min
The Chocolate Fish Cafe located at Shelly Bay is the best local cafe on our popular bike route! Serving excellent coffee from a beautiful spot.
Lyall Bay
30 min
Great beach dotted with cafes. Watch planes take off and land from the nearby airport, surfer learn to surf and dogs chasing sticks.
Scorching Bay
30 min
The best swimming beach in Wellington! Gorgeous white sands in a sheltered spot. Plenty of space to picnic of the grass and beach. There's a cafe serving ice-cream and lunch.
Admission not included60 min
Ride your bike to Weta Workshop and pop into the Weta Cave or take a guided one hour tour. Learn about Wellington's film history, Peter Jackson and Lord of the Rings.
What's included
Included
Wellington City Cycle Map
Local Tips and Insights
Self-Guided bike tour
Use of bicycle, helmet and lock
Storage of Luggage when Riding
Hi Vis available
Not included
Water
Optional Gel Seat Cover
Optional mobile phone holder
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
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How it compares in Wellington
Rated higher than 78% of 78 reviewed tours in Wellington
No. 32 by number of reviews among 177 tours in Wellington
Starting price $49 is close to the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Wellington
Excurgo comparison of 177 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be able to ride a regular bike
Bike manufacturer has a weight limit of 330 lbs (150 kilograms)
Children (13 -17 Years) must be accompanied by an adult
Credit Card must be presented as bond
Heights must be advised if less than 5 foot (152 centimeters)
Select a full-day or 2-day option
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour take?
Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour lasts about 1 day. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour cost?
Prices start at $49 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 17 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is By Chaffers Dock Marina, juts a 5 minute walk from the Wellington iSite and Te Papa Museum. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children (13 -17 Years) must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 75 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Switched on Bikes.
Reviews(75)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Wendy_P
September 21, 2026 · via Viator
Incredibly fun way to...
Incredibly fun way to explore the Wellington coastline. The views were exceptional and the coffee divine. Highly recommend to all.
Operator response
Woo hoo!!! Glad you loved your ride. We're in such a lucky spot to be able to offer guests great views straight out of the gate. Thanks for leaving a review.
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757denisel
May 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Freedom to explore without stress
Bike was high quality well serviced comfortable. Excellent information from the switched on bike person. Just the right amount of time to explore wellington harbor plus have stops. Lunch/ café suggestions were great.
Roads and cycleways in good condition although a few road works
Operator response
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad you enjoyed your ride! The cycleway around the bays is now complete, so no more roadworks!
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rachellP4077TC
April 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Coastline Ride
Had the perfect day riding along the coastline to Red Rock. Staff showed me the best ways to use the bike, most scenic vs. most efficient ways to reach my destination, even how to spot some seals once at Red Rock! Easy to book online, easy to get started day of. Well worth the price, and definitely an amazing way to experience outer Wellington area!
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Barbara_L
April 5, 2026 · via Viator
Great outfit!
Fun day biking over 35km. Map provided was great allowing us to bike to each point before heading back. Shop was very flexible as we switched our day reserved.
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millerslot
February 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A must do to see wellington with ease on a e bike
Staff gave us great advice on where to cycle with a map to follow, the bikes where top quality Well recommend to rent from here.
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Carolyn_N
February 7, 2026 · via Viator
A windy ride
We were coming from a cruise ship. It was a pretty long walk to the bike shop from the cruise shuttle drop off, but doable. The guys at the shop were nice and knowledgeable. We rode around the peninsula along the coast. It was very clean and easy with bike paths. But be advised-Wellington is very windy!
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Kelli_S
January 30, 2026 · via Viator
Highly Recommend!
Fantastic day riding the ebikes along
the coast! The bike shop workers were highly knowledgable about eateries and places of interest.
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TONY_C
January 25, 2026 · via Viator
🇨🇦 Tnt take on New Zealand
An amazing self guided tour of over 25km of seawall and then an additional 7km back through the city bike lanes to return to the shop. The map and routing were incredible!!! Many bays and beaches and cafes that you can stop in at are endless!!
What an incredible asset to the city of Wellington!!! So much beauty and fun!!
Operator response
Thanks so much for taking the time to write this. We're glad you had a great ride in Welly!
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Gordon W
January 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great ride around the coast.
This company were so helpful in ensuring we had the correct sized bikes. The bikes had plenty of storage onboard. The peninsula to ride around is beautiful if a little windy.
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tomwO1062IA
January 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable excursion
I've only tried an eBike once by taking a test drive on a relative's machine and didn't like how it operated. With the hills and strong, consistent winds of Wellington, I thought it best to try renting one. I received great instructions from the staff and was encouraged to try it locally first before venturing off, which was good advice. On flat surfaces, I really didn't see a need to engage the electronic assistance, but once I hit the steep hills and the 30 mph sustained winds, I appreciated the extra support. This eBike was much smoother than my relative's, and truly felt like it was just assisting and not lurching forward on its own power. There was only one issue that I didn't anticipate or notice until I returned back to my hotel. I have 2 bikes at home...and one has an enclosed chain guard...and the other uses a belt. That is why I forgot about the grease on the eBike's chain. I had it all over my pants on the bottom right. I don't blame anyone but myself as I am an adult, but I would recommend a reminder be provided if the customer is wearing pants in the future. Thank you!
Operator response
Thanks for the review and I'm glad you enjoyed our bikes. We do invest in good quality bikes that are smooth to ride, so it's nice that it's appreciated. Good feedback on the trouser situation! We have trouser bands available to borrow for free and it's a good idea for us to point these out to customers.
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