Tastes of the West Coast Wilderness Trail
New Zealand
5 days (Bike: 5 days)
183 km (~37km per day)
Leisure
Off-road
Guided
Supported
Cycle the trails of early gold rush miners through NZ's wild & rugged West Coast by bike
Explore some of the West Coasts most spectacular landscapes and culinary delights as you embark in comfort on our fully guided and supported West Coast Wilderness eBike Cycle tour, hosted by NZ foodie, Helen Jackson.
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 cycle trails takes you from Ross to Greymouth.
Riding ebikes you will enjoy warm, West Coast hospitality, heritage charm as well as tasting some fabulous local produce and meeting the growers along the way, this is a West Coast trip like no other.
You’ll also have the option to take a trip on the TranzAlpine, one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys.
Trip highlights
Passionate foodie, Helen Jackson will inform and inspire
Ride the West Coast Wilderness Trail by ebike
Explore wild coast, lakes and rainforest – backed by the mighty Southern Alps
Meet Alisha McIntosh from Gatherer Wholefoods and enjoy a special dinner and workshop
Stay at Kumara’s historic Theatre Royal Hotel & Punakaiki Resort
Explore the Hokitika Gorge, Pancake Rocks & Truman Tracks – three West Coast must-do’s
Eco Adventure Boat Cruise on Lake Mahinapua with special "kai tour and tasting"
Meet the growers/producers of cranberries, honey, market gardens, permaculture, salami, brewery to name a few
Travel on the world-renowned TranzAlpine train through Arthur’s Pass National Park (optional)
Tour Information
From
Christchurch
To
Christchurch
Cost From
Guided Please Ask
Group Info
Private Group from just 6 travellers
Inclusions
All meals. Tasty, nutritious and catered to all dietary requirements (breakfasts x4, lunches x5, dinners x4)
4 nights comfortable motel/resort ensuite accommodation on twin share basis
Experienced guides who handle all the logistics and deliver world class experiences
Daily tasty nutritious trail snacks, drinks and treats
Full vehicle support along the trail including trailer for luggage
Eco Adventure Boat Cruise on Lake Mahinapua with special "kai tour and tasting"
eBike hire including helmet
Meet, greet and taste with various growers and producers
Comfortable minibus transport from Christchurch (return)
Pre departure information kit to help you plan and prepare
Concession fees paid to the Department of Conservation
Exclusions
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
All beverages, other than breakfast
Optional activities (eg.Monteith's Brewery tour in Greymouth)
Water bottle (help us save the environment and bring your own bike drink bottle)
Personal expenses (eg. phone calls, internet, laundry, shopping etc)
Travel insurance
Options
West Coast Tree Top Walk NZD$32
TranzAlpine Train (Moana to Christchurch) NZD$189
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