Begin your adventure with a pickup from your Akaroa accommodation and transport to the start of the tour. Your guide will help you plan your day and ensure you are comfortable riding the scooters. Then, it’s over to you – your day, your way.
Follow a unique guidebook and trail map that guides you on lonely back roads and tracks. Enjoy epic views, quiet beaches, and lofty peaks. Arrive back at your accommodation start point by scooter for a hassle-free end to your day.
Your adventure begins 18km from Akaroa with spectacular views of the crater rim. On a clear day, the views stretch 200km across the Pacific to the Kaikōura mountains. From there, the trail winds down quiet country roads and trails to three stunning beaches, each separated by rolling hills and dramatic cliffs.
Bring your beach towel and swim the white sandy beaches along the route. Pack your lunch. Each scooter pair includes a picnic blanket and picnic set. Lunch on the sand or on a rocky peak.
This is your day to explore, and your trail map highlights all the best stops along the way. Here are some of the favourite stops:
• The nationally significant taonga Māori collection at the Ōnuku/Okains Bay Museum
• Okains Bay Store for a milkshake or coffee (excellent trail fuel!)
• Hinewai Reserve’s many hiking trails - we love the walk to Stoney Bay Peak (1 hour 30 mins return)
• Takamatua Valley Wines to sample eight organic, locally-grown wines – you can even pick up a bottle for your evening back in Akaroa!
The trail is 60km and the scooters have an upper speed limit of 50km/hr (for safety). Riding time for the whole trail is around 1 hour 40 minutes. This gives you 5 hours for your chosen activities along the trail.
The all-wheel-drive electric scooters are quiet, eco-friendly, and packed with safety features including:
• Hydraulic brakes with automatic descent control
• Wide tyres for better grip and stability
• Rechargeable battery braking system
• Full helmet provided
You don’t need a motorcycle licence – just a full car licence and confidence riding a regular bike.
