About Planet Bike
Planet Bike is a locally owned mountain bike hire and tour operator based on-site at Whakarewarewa Forest, right where Rotorua's best trails begin. With a convenient trailside location at the Waipa Bypass Road entrance, they've been getting riders onto the forest's world-class singletrack for years with a friendly, no-fuss approach to bike hire and adventure.
Their services include freedom bike hire across a range of quality mountain bikes, guided mountain bike tours tailored from beginner to expert level, and multi-activity adventure combos that pair riding with kayaking, rafting, or horse riding for half-day and full-day packages. They also offer a pick-up and drop-off shuttle from any accommodation in central Rotorua, bike repairs, spare parts, trail maps, and coffee to go — everything a visiting rider needs in one trailside hub.
Planet Bike's real strength is their guided tour offering and adventure combos — rather than just handing over a bike, they create curated multi-sport days that showcase the best of Rotorua's outdoor playground. The guides know every trail intimately and match routes to each group's fitness and skill level, making them an ideal choice for visitors who want a guided introduction to the forest rather than navigating it solo.
