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Shuttle service provided by Riverside Adventures. Get to your trail points in the Waikato and Karapiro and South Waikato region

Get from A to B along the Waikato River Trails, Te Awa River Ride, Hauraki Rail Trail, or Timber Trail with our shuttle service.

 We can also provide support vehicles for those big rides.
Bookings are essential.

Check out our upcoming Adventures:

'Try the Trails' for January 2026. You choose from Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trail, Hauraki Rail Trail or do all 3! 

'Timber Trail Shuttle & Ride' Get the gang together and ride the Timber Trail without the hassle, we’ll handle the shuttles and parking so you can focus on the adventure and making memories


Waikato River Trails

All pricing is to/or from Riverside Adventures Base. Luggage transfers from $60 flat fee.

Our pricing is set per group, with a minimum charge covering 1–4 people, so the same rate applies whether you’re travelling solo or others.

Arapuni

Waipapa

Mangakino

Atiamuri

Up to 4 people

$60

$180

$240

$280

Extra people

$10

$30

$30

$30

Te Awa River Ride

We offer these shuttles 7 days a week, if you can't see the availability please contact us, as we are upgrading the booking system, and not all shuttles are showing available currently. 

Our pricing is set per group, with a minimum charge covering 1–4 people, so the same rate applies whether you’re travelling solo or others.

Velodrome (Cambridge) to/from:

Ngāruawahia

Hamilton Gardens

Tamahere/Karāpiro

Up to 4 people

$160

$120

$80

Extra People

$30pp

$20pp

$20pp

Lake Karāpiro to/from:

Ngāruawahia

Hamilton Gardens

Velodrome/Tamahere

Up to 4 People

$220

$160

$80

Extra people

$30pp

$25pp

$20pp

Hauraki Rail Trail

All pricing is either to/or from the Matamata i-Site or Cambridge

Our pricing is set per group, with a minimum charge covering 1–4 people, so the same rate applies whether you’re travelling solo or others.

Te Aroha

Paeroa

Waihi

Thames

Kaiaua

Up to 4 people

$225

$300

$380

$400

$480

Extra People

$40pp

$40pp

$40pp 

$40pp 

$40pp 

Timber Trail

Prices from Riverside Adventures Base to/from Timber Trail. 

Our pricing is set per group, with a minimum charge covering 1–4 people, so the same rate applies whether you’re travelling solo or others. 

Pureora

Ongarue

Up to 4 people

$340

$400

Extra People

$40

$40

Try the Trails!
2026

This Auckland Anniversary Weekend, Try the Trails with Riverside Adventures and discover just how easy and enjoyable Waikato trail riding can be. Over three days, we’re offering the chance to ride short, achievable sections of some of the region’s most popular trails — including the Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trail, and Hauraki Rail Trail.

Perfect for beginners, families, and anyone curious about trail riding.Try the Trails removes the pressure of long distances and complicated logistics. You’re welcome to bring your own bike, or hire one from us at a discounted rate for the event.

Bookings are essential, and minimum numbers apply for each ride to operate.

Prices start at $20pp.

Timber Trail Shuttle & Ride
30 - 31 March

Get the gang together and turn your Timber Trail ride into an adventure to remember. With our return shuttle service from Riverside Adventures, there’s no need to worry about car shuffles, long drives, or coordinating transport — we’ve got it covered.

We’ll shuttle you to the trail start, pick you up at the finish, and provide overnight parking at our base, so you can focus on the ride, the laughs, and the memories. Simply book your chosen accommodation on the trail and enjoy a smooth, hassle-free two-day adventure together.

Bookings are essential, and minimum numbers apply to operate

$130pp.

**Reminder to also take into account luggage transfers if required. 

Shuttles to surrounding areas in the Waikato region | Riverside Adventures Waikato  (formerly Lake District Adventures)

Surrounding area

We can also transport you and your bike to any other points on the trails in surrounding areas. We have a shuttle for up to 25 people - or more with notice. 

Call or contact us to discuss your options, we're happy to help.

Support Vehicle for your ride events | Riverside Adventures Waikato

Support vehicle

Our support vehicle will stay with you for the duration of your ride (up to 8 hours), meeting you at different points along the trail. We can carry surplus food, water and any extras you may have. We can also pick people up along the way if need be, which is a fantastic way to support riders of varying abilities in your group. 

Cost $349.00

Custom shuttles

We can help transport people between accommodation and venues. 

Weddings, events, races, airports and more.

Contact us for pricing and more information.