Rotorua, the home of the Whaka100 mountain bike marathon is located 3 hours drive from Auckland.
Not only does the Rotorua proudly hold one of only six Gold Level IMBA ride centres globally, it is home to 18 lakes, geothermal landscapes and a centre for Māori culture. Check out www.rotoruanz.com to learn more.
OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION PARTNER - PULLMAN ROTORUA
Hard trails, soft sheets. Stay at Rotorua's five-star hotel for event weekend and throughout the year on our exclusive Whaka100 discount rate, including free drinks, 35% off breakfast and more.*
Find out more and get your discount accommodation rate
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 COVID-19 border 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 facilities including a bike work stand to allow you to build your bike as soon as you get off the plane. We recommend arriving early before you flight to ensure your bike travels with you. Learn more at www.rotorua-airport.co.nz
FLYING TIPS
Not only does the Rotorua proudly hold one of only six Gold Level IMBA ride centres globally, it is home to 18 lakes, geothermal landscapes and a centre for Māori culture. Check out www.rotoruanz.com to learn more.
OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION PARTNER - PULLMAN ROTORUA
Hard trails, soft sheets. Stay at Rotorua's five-star hotel for event weekend and throughout the year on our exclusive Whaka100 discount rate, including free drinks, 35% off breakfast and more.*
Find out more and get your discount accommodation rate
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 COVID-19 border 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 facilities including a bike work stand to allow you to build your bike as soon as you get off the plane. We recommend arriving early before you flight to ensure your bike travels with you. Learn more at www.rotorua-airport.co.nz
FLYING TIPS
- Check out Air New Zealand's tips for travelling with your bike via their services.
SELF-CONTAINED CAMPERVANS ON-SITE
Campervans and other self-contained vehicles can park in our designated camper parking spot. This site is off-grid with no mod-cons. Facilities and water is available at Waipa MTB Car Park. Booking is required, and will be available soon.
Campervans and other self-contained vehicles can park in our designated camper parking spot. This site is off-grid with no mod-cons. Facilities and water is available at Waipa MTB Car Park. Booking is required, and will be available soon.
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.
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.
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. As well as many cycle lanes throughout the city, the Whakarewarewa Forest has many accessible and varied trails for all ablities.
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. As well as many cycle lanes throughout the city, the Whakarewarewa Forest has many accessible and varied trails for all ablities.
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