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Ride & Relax

Ride & Relax

Overview

Join the thousands of cyclists who have made Carrick a memorable part of their Central Otago cycling experience — whether you’re setting out on, or finishing the Kawarau Gorge Trail, arriving as a highlight stop on the iconic Lake Dunstan Trail, or adding an overnight stay between adventures, it’s the perfect place to pause, refuel, and take it all in.

Open 364 days a year, Carrick is the only all-weather destination connecting both trails — ready to welcome you in every season. Enjoy exceptional food and wine at our casual Waikana Room & Cellar Door or our seasonal produce restaurant, with full amenities and toilets, bike parking and repair support, plus safe rider pick-up and drop-off. Our dedicated, operator-exclusive Carrick Bike Hub ensures a seamless and safe experience for all riders.

Extend your journey with our accommodation options — the perfect overnight stay between the trails.

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Lake Dunstan & Carrick Winery Experience by Boat & eBike

Kiwi Journeys

Experience the best of Central Otago on this scenic one-day cycling adventure by eBike. Begin with a relaxing boat ride from Cromwell to Clyde, then cycle along Lake Dunstan past historic landmarks and breathtaking scenery. Continue towards the Bannockburn wine region and savour a tasting at Carrick Winery while enjoying views of the Bannockburn Inlet and surrounding vineyards.

This tour perfectly combines cycling, stunning landscapes, and local flavours for an unforgettable day out.

 

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Ride & Wine Central Otago

Central Cycle Trail Co.

This relaxing ride through Central Otago's vineyards. From Smith's Way, ride the lake edge to Cromwell, through the Heritage Precinct, and onward to the Bannockburn Inlet. Finish your day at Carrick Winery with a glass of Pinot and a bite to eat. Lakeside riding through Pisa Moorings and Cromwell, exploring the historic Cromwell Heritage Precinct, cruising through vineyards in the Bannockburn Inlet, and unwinding with award winning wine and food at Carrick Winery.

Pair scenic cycling with world-class wine.

 

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The Dunstan Day Out

Wanaka Bike Tours

The Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail is a journey of 42km which takes You from the Clyde township through to Cromwell’s Historic Precinct alongside the shores of Lake Dunstan. Central Otago is home to some of New Zealand’s best wine producers and the sights of the vineyards overlooking the lake are too inviting to ignore. Pull into the cellar door at the Carrick Vineyard For a lazy lunch. Afterwards you can cycle the short journey up to the Bannockburn Hotel to enjoy further refreshments before heading on the final stretch into glorious Cromwell.

With sections built out around sheer rock faces, you won’t find a trail quite like this anywhere else.

 

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The Carrick Bike Hub is your dedicated, operator-exclusive pick-up and drop-off zone, designed to make every rider experience effortless.

Your guests can simply park and forget, leaving their bikes in our purpose-built bike park with operator-only access just metres away. The park is just steps from Carrick’s stunning garden, the relaxed Waikana Room & Cellar Door, seasonal restaurant and full facilities.

Easy for operators, effortless for guests, and built for a premium trail experience.

Contact us now to become an approved Carrick Bike Hub operator.

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