Narrowneck Peninsula Mountain Bike Self Guided Ride
Available dates
Highlights
- Self guided mountain bike ride with bike hire
- Everything is supplied including a map and helmet
- Amazing views and 360 degree vantage points
If you love amazing views and getting out into nature this mountain bike ride is the perfect day out! With everything included including a map - so you won't get lost - you'll be set to explore Megalong and Jamison valleys at your own pace. Admire the amazing UNESCO listed wilderness at every turn.
What's Included?
- Use of a mountain bike - 2017 Specialised Rockhopper or Jett
- Use of an Australian approved Fox Sports helmet
- Custom drink bottle to take home
- Use of gel padded gloves
- Map
- A puncture repair kit
- Trail info and bike handling tips from an expert
- Bike set up and instructions
- You will be called by the tour operator the day before your ride to go over everything
Exhilarating and action packed but with gorgeous nature all around you; mountain biking is for those who to get active in the outdoors while admiring beautiful views. This spectacular self guided ride takes you on the Narrow Neck trail; a ridge-line deep in the valley that takes through UNESCO world heritage listed National Park.
Setting off from Katoomba, you will soon find yourself in unspoiled wilderness, literally riding on top of the peninsula deep into the Megalong and Jamison valleys. Well maintained tracks make the few sharp hills easier - as well as the breath taking views! With everything supplied all you have to do is turn up ready to ride!
This is a big day of riding and you should have a intermediate level of fitness. The ride is close to 30km (18.64miles) in length from the Blue Mountains YHA
Session Length
- You will expect to ride for 4 to 5 hours
Restrictions
Minimum age is 12. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 150cm (5ft) is minimum height to fit our smallest bike currently.
Guidelines
- Photo ID required (NSW law)
- An average level of fitness is required for this 30km (18.64 miles) ride with a few steep inclines
- Suitable for beginners (basic bike handling skills) to advanced riders
- You will be required to sign a disclaimer and terms of condition form prior to departure
- Participants must weigh less than 130kg to participate
- Consumption of alcohol or smoking is strictly prohibited
- Temperature, weather and trail conditions will be assessed closer to the day and you will be updated with any changes by the owner
- Valid credit card is needed and details stored for security on bike hire. Nothing is charged to it unless bike is damaged or stolen. This will occur after we talk to you about it and not before!
Cancellation
Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to this policy:
- Over 7 days prior to the experience date: No cancellation fees apply
- 4 to 6 days prior to the experience date: A $45 fee applies
- Within 3 days of the experience date, No Shows and Late Arrivals: A 100% cancellation fee applies regardless of circumstances
- Cancellation due to weather or track conditions is decided by the provider. Ride will be rescheduled to a time that suits
- If your experience date is no longer suitable, we will aim to reschedule you to the next available date
- If your experience is cancelled due to weather or trail conditions, the supplier will reschedule to a date that suits you
- Participant changes permitted, no fees
- No refunds for early return. No refunds due to weather
Numbers on the Day
Minimum numbers on the day is four. Maximum number that can be catered to is 14. This does not mean you need 4 riders for the ride to go ahead. The tour operator will confirm the day prior to your ride.
Weather
In the event of rain or inclement weather the experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider the day before. Either way you will 100% receive a call the day before you ride.
Dress Code
You should wear eye protection, so bring sunglasses with you, and you must wear enclosed flat shoes like runners. This ride takes you into the Australian bush during the daytime so it is recommended that you apply sunscreen before the ride. Ensure that you wear exercise appropriate clothing.
Other Info
No refunds for early return. No refunds due to weather. Road rules are to be adhered to at all times.
The experience takes place in Katoomba, the capital of the Blue Mountains region in NSW.