Bike Tours Portsea

Get your friends together to explore Point Nepean National Park!
Tour Details:
Upon arrival you will be greeted by your tour guide and presented with a bike that best suits you. Our bikes range from large frames to extra small frames for mountain bikes and the option for comfortable big seated townies is also available. You will provided with a helmet and brief demonstration on how to use the bike and its gears. Once everyone is comfortable and confident with their bikes the tour will begin!
First stop is the old Quarantine Station – A site with buildings dating back to the mid-19th Century. You’ll then cruise along Coles Track towards Cattle Jetty and Observatory Point.
Next you’ll begin the ride up to the point, stopping at a few historical forts along the way including Cheviot Hill the mysterious beach where Prime Minister Harold Holt vanished in 1967.
Once at Fort Nepean, located at the furthest point of the Mornington Peninsula. You’ll be able to hop off your bikes and explore the vast tunnels of the fortress that were used during the first and second World Wars. Not to mention the breathtaking lookout points where Bass Strait meets Port Phillip Bay. Fort Nepean helped make Melbourne, Australia’s most well-defended city.
Wildlife is also a pleasant highlight of the National Park – lucky cyclists may spot a pod of Burrunan Dolphins frolicking in the water; Australian Fur Seals playing out on rock formations, Echidnas and Blue Tongue lizards can be spotted along Coles Track and Rosellas giving the sky a dash of colour around the Quarantine station.
Duration:
The tour will take about 2.5 hours (it may be longer, depending on group size and cycling ability). Our guides will give commentary of historic sites, the natural environment and lead you to the best viewing points for photo opportunities.
Times:
10am - 1pm OR 1pm - 4pm

Location:
Meet inside Point Nepean National Park, follow signs to Quarantine Station Carpark. Once parked in the all day parking, head down the path towards the water following the Bayplay Bike Hire signs. We are located opposite the information center.
Bayplay Bike Shop - Point Nepean National Park
Inclusions:
Bicycle, helmet and refreshments for a mid-point break.
Commentary from your knowledgeable and experienced guide.
Many photo opportunities from the best vantage points around Point Nepean.
Your guide will carry:
First aid supplies, safety equipment, bike repair kit and a mobile phone.
What to Bring/Wear?
You should bring a backpack for personal items – camera, mobile phone, sunscreen and water bottle.
A hat, sunglasses, comfortable riding clothes and closed heel shoes are recommended.
Definitely bring your enthusiastic sense of adventure!
You are welcome to bring along your personal bike helmet or bike if you prefer.
Participant Conditions:
Participants need to be at least 12 years of age and have a reasonable fitness/confidence level. The pace of the trip is controlled carefully so as to maximize enjoyment and minimize effort.

E-BIKE TOUR OPTION

Bike Hire - Self Guided Bike Adventure Enjoy an adventure with friends or family on E bikes, explore the stunning coastline of the most southern point of the Mornington Peninsula. These advanced bikes will assist in cruising you through Quarantine Station, passed secluded beaches and up to visit the forts at the far end of Point Nepean with ease.


Hire Details: Pick up your E-bikes from our bike shop inside Point Nepean National Park, approximately 1 km from the park entrance. Follow the signs to the Quarantine Station carpark, head towards the water and we are located on the right next to the Parks Victoria Information Centre. Once checked in you will be given a detailed explanation on how to use the bikes, what to see in the local area and a QR code to assist you with directions through the National Park. A helmet and bike lock will be provided before departure to allow you to stop to see the sights along the way, enjoying the scenery at your own pace.


Bikes available for 15 YEARS AND ABOVE - 15-17 year old's to be accompanied by an adult, these bikes can be dangerous, if used unsafely.
If you haven't used an E-bike before please inform us before departure, so we can ensure you have a good understanding of how the bike works before you depart

Location:
Bayplay Bike Shop - Point Nepean National Park
Duration The total distance is about 8km from the Bayplay Shop to the last Fort at Point Nepean. 2-3 hours is usually enough time to explore the park with a bike, with breaks in between.

Hire Times: We run a morning and afternoon session as per the schedule, extended times must be requested and approved.
Inclusions: 1x E-bike, 1x Helmet, 1x Bike lock and Downloadable Pt Nepean National Park map and points of interest.

What to Bring/Wear: Please bring a backpack for all your personal items - camera, phone, purse/wallet, sunscreen, water, snacks etc.
Best to wear comfortable lightweight clothing for exercising/bike riding in, a hat, sunglasses and enclosed shoes are essential.

Participant Conditions: This is a self-guided experience, there is no guide with you. It is recommended that participants are very confident on a bike. if you are NOT confident, we suggest that you upgrade to our guided experience or explore the flat sections of the national park, this includes up to Observation Point and around Quarantine station.
Please note: We hold a security deposit for the time of your hire.

Get your friends together to explore Point Nepean National Park on E Bikes!
Tour Details:
Upon arrival you will be greeted by your tour guide and presented with an E bike. You will provided with a helmet and brief demonstration on how to use the bikes, its gears and electronic assistance. Once everyone is comfortable and confident with their bikes the tour will begin!
First stop is the old Quarantine Station – A site with buildings dating back to the mid-19th Century. You’ll then cruise along Coles Track towards Cattle Jetty and Observatory Point.
Next you’ll begin the ride up to the point, stopping at a few historical forts along the way including Cheviot Hill the mysterious beach where Prime Minister Harold Holt vanished in 1967.
Once at Fort Nepean, located at the furthest point of the Mornington Peninsula. You’ll be able to hop off your bikes and explore the vast tunnels of the fortress that were used during the first and second World Wars. Not to mention the breathtaking lookout points where Bass Strait meets Port Phillip Bay. Fort Nepean helped make Melbourne, Australia’s most well-defended city.
Wildlife is also a pleasant highlight of the National Park – lucky cyclists may spot a pod of Burrunan Dolphins frolicking in the water; Australian Fur Seals playing out on rock formations, Echidnas and Blue Tongue lizards can be spotted along Coles Track and Rosellas giving the sky a dash of colour around the Quarantine station. Location:
Meet inside Point Nepean National Park, follow signs to Quarantine Station Carpark. Once parked in the all day parking, head down the path towards the water following the Bayplay Bike Hire signs. We are located opposite the information center.

Bayplay Bike Shop - Point Nepean National Park

Duration
3 hours Hire Times:
We run a morning and afternoon session as per the schedule, extended times must be requested and approved. Inclusions:
1x E-bike, 1x Helmet, 1x Bike lock and a Guide What to Bring/Wear:
A backpack for personal items – camera, mobile phone, sunscreen, snacks and water bottle.
A hat, sunglasses, comfortable riding clothes and closed shoes are recommended.
IMPORTANT!!
MUST be 15 YEARS AND ABOVE to ride E-bikes - these bikes can be dangerous, if used unsafely.


If you haven't used an E-bike before please inform us before departure, so we can ensure you have a good understanding of how the bike works before you depart