About this tour
When Mia from our BugBitten team tried this Segway tour in Devonport, Auckland, we found it a genuinely fun way to explore the North Shore's highest volcanic cone. You glide up Mt Victoria on a two-wheeled machine — no previous experience needed — with a guide who walks you through the basics before you set off. The ride takes you through the village's tree-lined streets past Victorian homes, hugs the local beaches and parks, and finishes at the summit with proper 360-degree views across the city and out to the Hauraki Gulf. Small groups (max 6) mean your guide actually has time to chat. It's 2 hours total, and Devonport itself — quiet, heritage-listed, lots of breathing room — is exactly the kind of place where this kind of tour makes sense.
Highlights
- Hands-on Segway training before departure; no experience required
- Summit views sweep across Auckland City and the Hauraki Gulf
- Small groups of 6 max keep the pace intimate and guide attentive
- Ride cuts through Devonport's Victorian streetscape and local parks
- Operates year-round with multiple daily time slots to fit schedules
- Guide shares stories about the mountain and its distinctive mushroom formation
- Helmets provided; suitable for ages 13+ on this tour variant
What to expect
Mia arrived at the starting point and spent a good 20 minutes learning to stand, balance, and steer on the Segway before the group even left the practice area. The guide was patient and made sure everyone felt steady. Once confident, the tour winds downhill through Devonport's quiet, tree-lined back streets — it's genuinely pleasant, not touristy feeling. You'll pass heritage villas and local spots, then curve toward the beaches and parks before the proper climb to Mt Victoria's summit kicks in. The ride up is gradual and the machine does most of the work; Mia found it more meditative than thrilling. Once at the top, you get proper breathing room to stand still, take in the views, and hear the guide's local knowledge about the volcanic cone and its distinctive shape. The whole experience feels unhurried — that small-group cap means no jostling or queuing.
Weather will be a factor here. Devonport sits exposed on the coast, so wind and rain are real. Segways operate in most conditions, but extreme weather gets cancelled. Summer schedules offer 3 time slots daily; winter drops to 2.
What travellers say
- Beginner-friendly training means zero prior Segway experience needed
- Tiny groups and local guides create genuine one-on-one connection
- Devonport's quiet streets and parks feel authentic, not tourist-heavy
- 360-degree summit views justify the climb without intense exertion
- Multiple daily slots and year-round operation fit most schedules
- Coastal weather exposure; rain and wind can cut visibility short
- Transport to start location not included; you arrange own arrival
- Weight limits (35–120kg) and age minimums exclude some participants
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
Devonport is one of the better-kept secrets on Auckland's North Shore — quiet, charming, full of character — and a Segway is genuinely a neat way to cover ground without the grind of walking. The price point sits between a casual outing and a splurge, and suits anyone who wants a bit of novelty without serious physical strain. Guides are local and know the stories. Helmet included. Small-group booking (up to 6) works well if you're travelling with mates or family.
You need to be 13+ for this specific tour (younger kids need a different variant). Weight limits apply — between 35–120kg — so check that first. Transport to the starting point is on you; the tour doesn't include that. You'll spend 20 minutes learning to ride, which eats into the 2 hours. Devonport's coastal weather can turn windy or rainy fast; tour operates year-round but dress for it, and extreme conditions will cancel with a rebooking or refund minus admin fees. Not recommended for pregnant women or anyone who can't manage stairs unaside. The tour isn't wheelchair-accessible. Book in advance — summer slots fill up.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.