Pelican Waters to Moffat Beach: A Coastal e-Bike Journey on the Sunshine Coast
Riding from Pelican Waters to Moffat Beach along the coastal pathway and the iconic Pumicestone Passage is one of the most scenic things to do in Caloundra. By e-bike, the journey feels relaxed and accessible, allowing riders to fully enjoy the views, wildlife and seaside villages without the physical strain of a traditional ride.
Starting at Pelican Waters, the shared coastal pathway follows the water’s edge, opening out to calm estuary scenes and wide horizons. As the ride progresses towards the Pumicestone Passage, the landscape shifts into expansive protected waterways renowned for their clarity and biodiversity. This 35-kilometre tidal channel is home to bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, migratory shorebirds and, at times, dugongs quietly grazing in the shallows.
A family of four pauses during the ecoTekk Sunshine Coast Golden Beach tour at Monash Park Mangrove Boardwalk. The marine biologist guide explains the importance of coastal marine ecosystems while turquoise Pumicestone Passage waters provide a stunning backdrop.
Guests regularly comment on how effortless this section feels on electric bikes.
“Having e-bikes delivered and picked up at our hotel was so convenient and easy. The ride itself was relaxed, scenic and beautifully paced.” — Marcella, ecoTekk guest review
Pumicestone Passage: Quiet Waterways and Wildlife
Following the Pumicestone Passage north offers a quieter, more contemplative section of the ride. The pathway here is flat and peaceful, making it a favourite for birdwatching and photography. With the electric assist smoothing the journey, riders can focus on the changing light, the rhythm of the water and the sense of moving gently through a protected coastal environment.
This section is often a highlight of ecoTekk’s Caloundra-based tours, showcasing a side of the Sunshine Coast that many visitors miss when travelling by car.
Why not check out Bill’s Boat Hire too, and explore the Pumicestone Passage on the water! You can fish and swim, picnic on Bribie Island, as well as ride an e-bike.
An extended family enjoys a sunny day on a pontoon boat in the blue, calm waters of Pumicestone Passage after riding e-bikes to Bill’s Boat Hire on Golden Beach, Caloundra, Queensland.
Golden Beach & Caloundra: Coastal Villages at an Easy Pace
The route naturally leads through Golden Beach and Caloundra, two coastal hubs that invite riders to slow down. Foreshore parks, cafés and ocean viewpoints provide ideal places to pause, refuel or simply enjoy the sea air. This section forms the heart of ecoTekk’s Golden Beach e-Bike Tour and the popular Easy Peasy Rumba Caloundra Tour, both designed for riders seeking a gentle, social and highly scenic experience.
Bask in the beauty of a golden Bulcock Beach sunset when you ride Caloundra on an ecoTekk Sunshine Coast E-Bike. Ride along the sparkling waters of the Pumicestone Passage, with the Glasshouse Mountains providing a stunning backdrop.
Electric assist makes it easy to detour along side streets, explore waterfront paths or linger longer at favourite spots — a key reason these tours are so popular with first-time e-bike riders and visiting families.
“Stuart went through the local rules and how to use the bikes in such great detail. It made the whole experience feel safe, relaxed and fun.” — ecoTekk guest review
Queen of Colonies Lookout & Point Cartwright Views
As the route approaches Moffat Beach, the terrain begins to rise. The steady climb towards the headland and Queen of Colonies lookout is made comfortable with e-bike assistance, rewarding riders with expansive views stretching north along the coastline to Point Cartwright. From June to October, it’s also a prime vantage point for whale watching.
Four riders give a thumbs up as Stuart Whitney captures a tour memory at Queen of Colonies Lookout, Moffat Beach.
This climb and lookout form a signature moment of the Pt Cartwright e-Bike Tour, where guests often pause for photos, stories and a well-earned breather before the descent.
Moffat Beach, Dicky Beach & Currimundi
The descent into Moffat Beach is a highlight in itself. Smooth pathways and responsive braking provide a confident, enjoyable ride down to one of the Sunshine Coast’s most loved surf beaches. From here, riders can continue through Dicky Beach and Currimundi, passing beachside parks, cafés and calm swimming spots that encourage one last pause before looping back towards Pelican Waters.
Four ecoTekkSC riders pass the Dicky Beach Skate Park and the S.S. Dicky shipwreck propeller.
A Ride That Balances Nature, Coast and Comfort
This coastal e-bike journey brings together everything the Sunshine Coast does best — ocean pathways, protected waterways, laid-back beach towns and elevated lookouts. Electric bikes extend the experience, making longer distances and rolling terrain feel effortless while keeping the ride enjoyable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels.
Travelling by e-bike is also a low-impact way to explore, aligning naturally with the Sunshine Coast’s outdoor lifestyle and environmental values. It’s a mode of travel that encourages connection rather than haste.
Four ecoTekkSC riders cruise Sir Leslie Wilson Park at Dicky Beach with the ocean behind.
For anyone looking for memorable things to do in Caloundra, or to experience the coast through the Golden Beach Tour, Easy Peasy Rumba Caloundra Tour or Pt Cartwright e-Bike Tour, the Pelican Waters to Moffat Beach ride delivers a quintessential Sunshine Coast experience — best enjoyed at an easy pace, with time to stop, look around and take it all in.