Cycle Niue: Where to Rent Bikes in Niue© M Crawford - Niue Tourism
Cycle Niue: Where to Rent Bikes in Niue

Cycle Niue: Where to Rent Bikes in Niue

© M Crawford – Niue Tourism

Where to Hire Bicycles and E-Bikes in Niue

Niue is renowned for its pristineness, often best seen on two wheels while also helping preserve it with a sustainable choice of transport. Whether you’re hiring a bike to hit the 190 km (118 mi) of bush trails meandering the interior of the island or looking for a way to get to the snorkelling spots, there are bike rentals in Niue to suit your mission. We go through the options in this guide to where to rent bikes in Niue.

For more cycling talk, take a look at The Guide to Cycling & Mountain Biking in Niue, as well as 10 Essential Tips for Cycling in Niue.

Can You Bring Your Bike to Niue?

Before we dive into the bike rental companies in Niue, you might want to consider bringing your own bike to Niue, especially if you’re a keen cyclist.

The sole airline flying to Niue is Air New Zealand. For checking in a bike onto an Air New Zealand flight to Niue, you need to pack the bike in a bike box or bike bag. Bike boxes are available to purchase at the Auckland Airport for around NZ$30.

For packing your bike in a bike bag or box, you don’t need to deflate the tyres, but you do need to do the following:

  • Remove the handlebars or turn them sideways
  • Remove the pedals or turn them in
  • Make sure the pressure of any nitrogen gas mountain bike struts is no more than 200 kPa (kilopascal) or 29 PSI (pounds per square inch)
  • Make sure that any cartridges for inflating tyres are less than 50 ml (1.6 oz) and contain non-flammable gas.

Remember to seal the box and label it with your name and phone number. It’s a good idea to place accessories in a bag within the bike box/bag.

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Bike Rentals in Niue

Niue has several options when it comes to bike hire. Some of the island’s accommodations have bikes available, while there are also dedicated bike hire companies with e-bikes handpicked for Niue’s roads.

Freedom Bikes

Based near the airport in Fualahi, Alofi, Freedom Bikes Niue offers a fleet of e-bikes, an alternative to hiring a car in Niue for a more sustainable transport option. With minimal effort, you can enjoy travelling up to 120 km (75 mi) a day using peddle assistance. Bikes feature seven gears and an efficient battery that can be charged overnight ready to hit the road the next day! Note that the bikes are only hired out to those 18 years and over. Bikes can be delivered to the Scenic Matavai Resort.

Niue Blue

Located next door to the Scenic Matavai Resort in the small village of Tamakautoga, Niue Blue might be more famous for its whale tours and scuba diving trips, but they also have gear rentals including bicycles and e-bikes. They have a mix of bikes available, so it’s best to pop into their office and see what fits. Their e-bikes are best suited for road cycling, rather than riding off-road bike trails. Their pushbikes are suitable for both. Daily and weekly rates are available.

Niue Visitor Information Centre

The Visitor Information Centre, located in the centre of Alofi, offers a wide selection of high-quality mountain bikes. They are suitable for riding Niue’s roads, as well as the off-road bike trails. They also offer some of the most affordable daily rates for bike rental. Note that they do not have e-bikes available.

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Accommodations with Free Bike Hire

A few accommodations on the island generously offer complimentary bike hire for guests during their stay. If you’re looking to have a bike available for the duration of your stay in Niue, then it’s well worth considering one of the following accommodations.

Accommodations with Complimentary Bike Hire

  • Namukulu Cottages
  • Damiana’s Motel
  • Lolani’s Retreat

To learn more about these accommodations, see the 5 Accommodations in Niue with Bike Hire.

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What is the Price of Hiring a Bike in Niue?

In Niue, bicycle hire costs approximately NZ$20-$25 per day while e-bikes cost NZ$50 per day. Note that reduced daily rates are sometimes available when hiring a bike for a week.

For more typical costs to expect in Niue, take a look at our guide, Niue Travel Budget: How Much Does a Trip to Niue Cost?

More About Where to Rent Bikes in Niue

That’s it for our guide on where to rent bikes and e-bikes in Niue. For more about cycling around the island, check out these additional guides:

Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find the answer in The Guide to Cycling & Mountain Biking in Niue.

Author

Robin C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Niue Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. He is also consulting regularly with Niue Tourism to ensure content accuracy. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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