Mt Wellington Descent bike ride

Short on time? Big on adventure? Try this fast and exhilarating three-hour biking alternative. Travel by van to the top of Hobart's icon, Mt Wellington. Climb aboard your sturdy mountain bike, ready for the 1270m descent back to sea level. It's all downhill from here!

We are located in Hobart - TAS

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Allow 3 hours for this experience. The drive to the top of the mountain will take 40mins. You will be riding for approx. 2 hours, but that includes several stops for photo opportunities, regrouping and snacks.

This experience is for 1 person however there may be up to 19 others in the group. With 20 guests, there will be 3 guides to ensure safety measures are maintained to a premium. There are no minimum requirements for trip departures.

This ride is geared for non-riders as well as riders. The majority of the riding is downhill so fitness isn't a big issue. Included in the price is transport to the summit, guides, helmet, bike, jacket, and a snack at the bottom.

Depart the pier and drive 21km by van to the summit of Mount Wellington, which will take approx. 40 minutes. Your guides will fit you with a helmet and gloves and go through a detailed safety and rules briefing. After a practice ride at the summit, regroup and follow your guide on a downhill descent of the mountain. The winding mountain road takes you down to the foothills where you can choose to experience the thrill of the off-road section (5km of winding, twisting ups and downs - only for the adventurous at heart) which brings us out at Cascade Gardens where we enjoy a well-deserved rest and quick snack. We then rejoin those that stayed riding on the road and cycle through the outer suburbs of South Hobart and Battery Point. Your journey finishes right on the waterfront of Hobart.

Everything is done to ensure your safety, the rest is up to you. We wear bright coloured clothing and helmets. We always ride on the left and keep an eye on traffic. The bikes have very good V-brakes and are checked before every ride. Wear something warm for the summit, but have a t-shirt underneath as you warm up quickly once you get off the mountain. Wear sneakers, walking boots or walking shoes for cycling. Helmets are supplied and warm polar fleece jackets/rain jackets, ear warmers and gloves for cooler months if required.

Activity rate guide
AUD$ 55
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