FLIGHTS
For International participants, Auckland is the closest International Airport to Rotorua, a 40 minute flight. International flights also arrive at Christchurch International Airport, Wellington Airport, Queenstown Airport and Dunedin International Airport. Before you travel, be sure to check if you need a visa and if you will be affected by COIVD19 boarder restrictions for New Zealand here.
For domestic participants, Air New Zealand fly direct to Rotorua from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. The airport has a range of facilitates including a bike work stand to allow you to build your bike as soon as you get off the plane.
For International participants, Auckland is the closest International Airport to Rotorua, a 40 minute flight. International flights also arrive at Christchurch International Airport, Wellington Airport, Queenstown Airport and Dunedin International Airport. Before you travel, be sure to check if you need a visa and if you will be affected by COIVD19 boarder restrictions for New Zealand here.
For domestic participants, Air New Zealand fly direct to Rotorua from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. The airport has a range of facilitates including a bike work stand to allow you to build your bike as soon as you get off the plane.
RENTAL CARS
If you choose to explore the local area while at the Whaka100, you can book a rental vehicle. Hertz, Budget, and Avis all operate out of Rotorua.
If you choose to explore the local area while at the Whaka100, you can book a rental vehicle. Hertz, Budget, and Avis all operate out of Rotorua.
RENTAL BIKES
If you are travelling with a plus one, we recommend booking a rental bike with Mountain Bike Rotorua, Planet Bike or one of the many offerings in the city.
If you are travelling with a plus one, we recommend booking a rental bike with Mountain Bike Rotorua, Planet Bike or one of the many offerings in the city.
GETTING AROUND ROTORUA
Rotorua is a simple city to travel with a Public Bus service, Uber and Taxis, but we suggest you just ride your bike. Make sure you lock it up when unattended. Most accommodation providers are located near Fenton Street with a short and flat 5-10 minute ride to the trails and 12 minutes to event HQ for the Whaka100.
Rotorua is a simple city to travel with a Public Bus service, Uber and Taxis, but we suggest you just ride your bike. Make sure you lock it up when unattended. Most accommodation providers are located near Fenton Street with a short and flat 5-10 minute ride to the trails and 12 minutes to event HQ for the Whaka100.