Thank you for your support. The widest choice is in Greymouth and Hokitika, but there’s plenty more scattered in between – much of it in revitalised historic settlements or pretty rural surrounds.

But what if you’re the only one of your friends that’s into riding bikes?

West Coast Trail Bike Safaris is run by John and Georgina Staines (and their kids Noah & Mia). See you on the trail!Sign up to the Wilderness Trail newsletter for the latest deals, special offers, and trail updates.

From our bases on both trails, we provide bike hire, luggage transfers, transport and accommodation bookings.Kiwi Journeys are your trusted cycle tour operator specialising in self-guided and supported tours on the West Coast Wilderness Trail and Tasman’s Great Taste Trail. It’s quintessential Britain too: a slice across everything between the endpoints, from sociable market town to wilderness.

Please check with individual businesses in relation to their operations at this level.Sign up for the official Wilderness Trail newsletter. Presented by ex-pro riders, GCN offers a uniquely qualified insight into the world of cycling, and most importantly it’s fuelled by our passionate and enthusiastic fans – everyone who makes up the GCN community. It will pay to book in advance during peak season (December–March).We operate a six-day tour of the Wilderness Trail and beyond with full vehicle support, quality ensuite accommodation and wholesome meals. What can you do to convince your non-cycling friends to give it a go? Surging rivers. The West Coast is home to some of the cheekiest, cutest, most mischievous creatures you'll ever meet. The old line cuts a pleasant cross-country path between the mountains and sea, passing unique wetland habitats and crossing many fine bridges constructed in the early 1900s. Rottingdean, on the route. We have abeen a Licensed Commercial Tour Operator with the Dept of Environment & Conservation since 1997, enabling us to operate our tours on officially authorised trails. With bush walks, birdlife, a lovely DOC campsite and (invigorating) swimming, this is a great place to break your ride.Heading onward to Hokitika, the historic Kaniere Water Race (hand-dug in 1875) is a seriously pretty and really fun section of trail. You'll bike along the shoreline and headlands and see mile after mile of spectacular scenery including lighthouses, craggy coastal pines, and rock formations in the water. 10 of the best coastal bike rides.

E-bikes are also permitted. 1 hour ago. Ancient forests. Many natural wonders are revealed along the way, while small towns and heritage sites offer a chance to delve deep into the region’s fascinating history.The West Coast Wilderness Trail is divided up into four roughly equal sections between Greymouth (the West Coast’s ‘big smoke’) and small old gold town of Ross. Towering trees. Riders can either return the same way or via the rural road through Rimu, or be collected by shuttle.Stretching between Hokitika and Ross, and equally enjoyable in either direction, this ride down the old Ross Railway Line conjures a bygone era when the railway was vital to the district's economy. It also takes in the Kaniere Water Race, a fun and extremely pretty section of trail before ushering riders through to the Hokitika River and township.For current trail status and any alerts – such as temporary track closures and detours – check the trail An easy grade 2 ride, West Coast Wilderness Trail is wide and smooth most of the way and therefore suitable for riders from beginners upwards. Moody lakes. Washington.

The restored Totara Bridge (1908) is also a scenic highlight.From there is a leisurely cruise into Ross, an old goldfields town with an information centre and small museum (where you can try your hand at gold-panning), as well as cafes and the inimitable Empire Hotel. Cracking stuff! Official site of the West Coast Wilderness Trail.

Accommodation, shuttles and luggage transfers make it easy to ride the whole trail, or experience it on a range of different day trips.Setting off from Greymouth’s historic railway station, the trail heads out along the Grey River floodwall where a photo-stop is obligatory at the floodwall official start/finish gate.Greymouth’s industrial coaling past is on show as the trail skirts the port and continues towards the Tasman Sea. The East Coast Greenway is the beautiful offspring of our country’s love affair with cross country bike routes. Now's the time to discover the last of the wild places and spin a yarn or two of your own, with one of the country's smoothest and most accessible cycle trails. The West Coast of the USA is a classic ride. The social aspect of bike riding is one the best parts of the sport! The Pacific Coast Highway is only a part of this general cycling guide to the USA'a West Coast, which also lists lots of recommended bike tours throughout the three west coast states. It connects with Lake Kaniere Road, a quiet byway leading to Hokitika and all its visitor-friendly attractions. And given Cycleplan HQ is also based right in the heart of the North West, we like to think we know where the best cycle routes are. Here are a few suggestions; bike hire and tour operators can also advise what’s best for you.Starting in Hokitika, this ride takes in several of the trail’s biggest highlights starting with West Coast Scenic Waterways which runs boat cruises and kayak trips on Mahinapua Creek – a real treat for nature-lovers. Image: Walking Highlands. And it’s a zero-sum altitude game that takes you over mountains but finishes back at Bike rental company Blazing Saddles offers a … Tuck in like the Coaster you've become! Carrying onward, the subsequent Loopline Reservoir features a stone-face dam hand-laid in 1883 by gold miners.A sweeping boardwalk leads to a predominantly bush-lined gravel road section before the trail picks up old water races, logging trams and pack track up the Kawaka Valley, passing man-made dams and weirs. While casual bike hire is generally is easy to arrange on the spot, it will pay to book bikes and any shuttles or tours in advance, particularly during peak season (December–March).Local and national bike tour companies also offer guided and other package trips on the West Coast Wilderness and other South Island trails, with Christchurch and Queenstown popular departure points.There are plenty of accommodation options along the trail. Coast and Castles.