Try the Trails
Try the Trails
24, 25, 26 January 2026
From $20pp
Curious about local trails but not sure where to start? Or looking for an active and fun way to spend the long weekend this January?
Grab your friends, family, or riding crew and join us for three days of epic bike trail adventures across some of the most stunning parts of the Waikato! Whether you’re in it for the views, the fresh air, or the thrill of exploring new routes, we’ve got you covered with shuttles, bike hire, and well-planned trail experiences. Pick one day or do them all — the choice is yours!
Sat 24 Jan – Matamata to Te Aroha (37kms)
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$30pp Adult / $20pp child (5yrs -15yrs) / Under 5’s FREE
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Bring your own bike or hire one from us
**Hired bikes only available on the 9.00am shuttle, please arrive 30mins prior to departure for bike induction
Shuttle departure times:
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Matamata Visitor Information Centre – 9:00am & 11:00am
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Te Aroha Visitor Information Centre – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Sun 25 Jan – Pokaiwhenua bridge carpark to Arapuni (12kms)
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$20pp Adult / $10pp child (5yrs -15yrs) / Under 5’s FREE
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Bring your own bike or hire one from us
** If hiring our bikes, you will be required to arrive 30mins prior to departure for bike induction
Shuttle departure times:
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Pokaiwhenua Bridge Carpark – 9:00am & 10:45am
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Arapuni Swingbridge – 9:45am & 11:30am
Mon 26 Jan – Velodrome to Hamilton Gardens (23.5kms)
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$30pp Adult / $20pp child (5yrs -15yrs) / Under 5’s FREE
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Bring your own bike or hire one from us !
** If hiring our bikes, you will be required to arrive 30mins prior to departure for bike induction
Shuttle departure times:
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Grassroots Trust Velodrome – 10.00am & 12.00pm
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Hamilton Gardens Gate 2 Bus Stop – 11.00am & 01.00pm
Your Adventure Includes:
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1x way shuttle transport
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Grade 1, 2/3 trails
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Optional add-on eBike and mountain bike hire with 10% discount.
Bike Hire subject to availability, standard terms of hire apply, see website for pricing and details. 10% discount off bike hire when doing Try the Trails 2026
