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Why travel with us

Exceptional Guides

Our dedicated team of guides are passionate about showing you the natural areas of New Zealand and introducing you to the limitless adventure opportunities. Our guides play a huge part in the overall experience of our trips, which is why we provide two experienced guides on any trip with over 7 people.

Small Groups

We think small is good. Travelling in a group between 4 and 14 people limits the environmental impact, allows you to make life-long friendships, and ensures your travels are fully immersive. Travel like a local, at a relaxed pace and away from the crowds. We couldn't think of a better way to see NZ.

Your Comfort

We stay in carefully selected accommodations that are not only comfortable, but provide local charm and opportunities for genuine cultural interactions. Daily breakfasts are included on all of our tours as well as most lunches and dinners, and a support vehicle is always nearby.

Bike Information

Electric Bike - Sizes XS, S, M

Our fleet of new Sinch eBikes, made and designed in New Zealand for New Zealand trails, are perfect for cyclists looking to enjoy a little assistance on their travels. Pedalling our eBikes takes away the strain of a traditional bike, particularly on the hills. The powerful Shimano batteries provide up to 100kms of pedal assistance before requiring recharging. The bikes are very simple to operate and they provide people with varying levels of fitness or cycling experience the opportunity to really enjoy our cycling holidays. The extra small, small and medium sized bikes all have a low step frame making it very easy to get on and off, hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable braking and 80mm of air suspension travel is designed to make every ride comfortable.

Electric Bike - Sizes L & XL

Our fleet of new Sinch eBikes, made and designed in New Zealand for New Zealand trails, are perfect for cyclists looking to enjoy a little assistance on their travels. For our taller guests, large and extra large eBikes have a high cross bar, 120mm of front suspension travel and hydraulic disc brakes to ensure effective braking and a comfortable ride.

Hybrid Mountain Bike

Our fleet of Avanti Discovery hybrid mountain bikes combines the best characteristics of a hybrid bike and a mountain bike to give you a great ride and comfort on gravel cycle trails. This bike has a more upright riding style meaning you can still take in the amazing scenery you'll encounter along the way. These bikes have 29" wheels, suspension forks and suspension seat posts to iron out the bumps and hydraulic disc brakes give responsive braking.

Hybrid Mountain Bike (Low-step)

Our fleet of Avanti Discovery hybrid mountain bikes combines the best characteristics of a hybrid bike and a mountain bike to give you a great ride and comfort on gravel cycle trails. This bike has low step frame, making it easy to get on and off. These bikes have 29" wheels, suspension forks and suspension seat posts to iron out the bumps and hydraulic disc brakes give responsive braking.

Trip reviews

Useful information

1
Introductory
4 to 5 hours per day on formed trails
20 to 40 km per day on flat terrain with some undulations
 
2
Introductory to Moderate
4-5 hours per day on mostly formed trails with some uneven terrain and undulations
30 to 50km per day on a mix of flat and hilly terrain
 
3
Moderate
4-6 hours on a mix of formed trails and uneven terrain with some hills
40 to 80km per day with some longer days on a mix of flat and hilly terrain
 
4
Moderate to Challenging
Up to 7 hours per day at a steady pace with ascents of 900m or more at times. Pack carrying may be required
6 to 8 hours per day with some extended uphill sections and mountainous terrain
 
5
Challenging
Up to 9 hours per day often in mountainous terrain with some 1000m+ ascents. Pack carrying may be required
7 to 10 hour days. E.g. Technical single track mountain biking or long road climbs with 1000m+ ascents
 

*Our support vehicle will always be nearby on our Cycle Trail and Road Cycling trips if you need a rest.

Inclusions & Equipment

The exact inclusions and equipment for each of our adventures is listed once you've found the trip you want. Our trips are generally more inclusive than others in the market place in line with our philosophy of minimising 'extra payments' displayed outside of the main trip price as well as out of pocket expenses once you reach your destination.

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