Bike the fantastic west coast wilderness trail from Ross to Greymouth
Bike the trail, go for an extra ride on the last day and enjoy a few walks
Reap the benefits of getting close to nature on a purpose built trail
Have a great time on tour
Discover New Zealand's beauty on this delightful tour
Bike over bridges, next to lakes and through the wilderness

West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail

Duration
5 days
Site savings
$16
From
$1,498 USD

Explore wild coast, lakes and rainforest –backed by the mighty Southern Alps over 5 days of trail riding in NZ. Wedged between the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea is the 140km West Coast Wilderness Trail. Weaving through the dense rainforests, glacial rivers, lakes and wetlands, a series of smooth flowing off-road tracks takes you from Ross to Greymouth. Encounter unique, beautiful birdlife, wander the Treetop Walkway through the canopy and see Punakaiki’s incredible pancake rocks as you cycle this wonderful route. The trip begins and ends in Christchurch.

  • Category
    Solo
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Mixed
  • Distance
    113.7 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    22.7 miles
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Following the path of long-gone railways, logging trams, and water races from the mining days, you’ll soak up colourful stories from the past with the expert guides showing you the trail’s best sights such as gold rush relics, wildlife, and hidden natural wonders.

You’ll also take a trip on the TranzAlpine, one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys, through Arthur's Pass National Park and walk the Pororari River & Truman Track – two West Coast must-do’s.

Character-filled towns, atmospheric accommodation and friendly welcomes are all part of the package, as is the passion and local knowledge of the crew.

The West Coast Wilderness Trail is graded introductory to moderate. You will be cycling on a mix of wide trails, narrow water races and boardwalk with some undulating hills. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and the tour operator suggests 2 hours of cycling per week for the three months leading up to your trip. They recommend training on compacted gravel trails and completing a multi-day ride prior to your trip to get used to being in the saddle for long periods of time. The more training you have done on hills and on compacted gravel, the more enjoyable your trip will be.

Tour inclusions and exclusions at a glance:

What's included?
Items included in the cost of the tour

  • Accommodation
  • Concession fees paid to the Department of Conservation
  • 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
  • Experienced guides who handle all the hard bits and share epic stories
  • Tasty nutritious snacks, drinks and treats
  • Full vehicle support along the trail including trailer for luggage
  • Transport from Christchurch (return)
  • Pre-departure Information kit to help you plan and prepare
What's not included?
Items not included in the cost of the tour

  • International / Domestic flights
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Meals where not specified in the itinerary
  • All beverages, other than breakfast
  • Water bottle (help save the environment and bring your own bike drink bottle)
  • Personal expenses (eg. phone calls, internet, laundry, shopping etc)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visas
  • Optional activities (eg. Monteith's Brewery tour in Greymouth)
  • Free bike rental is not included. Please see the available rental options below.

Tour options and upgrades:

3 equipment options available
2 tour add-ons available