New Zealand Bike Tours – Biking New Zealand Vacations – New Zealand Adventure Tour
I would say it was a once in a lifetime trip,
but it was so good a person should not only experience it once.- Mike G., (USA) Aug 2009 Winter Rimu
PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
Rimu Jan 2010
We love being based in Queenstown! It's the best playground in the world and there's always something new to try...
MEET OUR GUIDES:
Gemma van Beek
"Fantastic cook. Wonderful gal; loved the sass."
Ryan Besler (Alberta, Canada) February 2009 Rimu
"Don't go on an ACTIVE NEW ZEALAND trip if you work behind a desk, you won't want to slide behind it ever again and will be counting the days to your next adventure. ACTIVE NEW ZEALAND is inspirational! "
Carol & Steve Beckett (Oldham, United Kingdom) December 2002 Rimu
Carol & Steve Beckett (Oldham, United Kingdom) December 2002 Rimu
Weka cycling - Important Info
ACCOMMODATION:
The Weka is a fully-supported cycling tour of the South Island. You’ll be staying in the highest level of accommodations available in the remote places we take you. While it features more creature comforts than some of our other trips, it’s not a scenic tour of the luxury hotels of the South Island. We prefer to stay in comfortable bed and breakfasts, lodges and apartments. Rooming is based on twin-share, although single rooms are available upon request. As there's a variety of accommodations on this tour, most places will have ensuite bathrooms and one or two will have shared bathrooms – so we may ask you to share a bathroom with other group members on occasion.
RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:
If you’re flying in on the first day of the tour, or out on the last day, we recommend arriving in Christchurch by about 9 - 10.30am on Tuesday, and departing from Christchurch after 2.30 - 4pm on Sunday. Other flight times may also be possible - if you are considering alternative flight times please let us know.
PICK UP INFORMATION:
On the first day of the tour we can either pick you up from the Heritage Hotel in Christchurch at 10.30am, or at the Christchurch domestic airport in front of the information desk at 11am.
DROP OFF INFORMATION:
On the last day of the tour we can drop you off at the Christchurch airport in time for the flights above, or anywhere in central Christchurch in mid-late afternoon.
FITNESS:
You must have a reasonable level of cycling fitness to enjoy yourself on the Weka. You don’t have to be young and extremely fit (although if you are, you won’t be bored) but you should be in the habit of doing at least some riding. Age and experience are not as important as attitude. If you’re concerned about your fitness level, have a chat with us so we can help you choose between the Weka and our other trips.
EXPERIENCE:
You don’t need any cycle touring experience to enjoy the Weka cycling tour, but if you’re a seasoned cyclist you’ll find plenty of challenges as well. All we ask is that you be energetic and in reasonable shape. We manage the level of commitment to suit your experience and we have an impeccable safety record. We hold all relevant government licenses and our staff are highly trained and experienced.
FLEXIBILITY:
Because of the off-the-beaten path and non-commercial nature of some of our accommodation on this tour, we sometimes need to change a night stop. We try to make as few changes as possible but retain the flexibility to make sure your trip is as good as it can be.
INCLUDED:
The trip fare is US$3499 + 12.5% NZ government taxes. We quote all prices in US dollars, so our guests from all over the world can more easily relate prices to their own currencies. You can also join for shorter periods of time, at a pro-rated fare. The trip fare includes just about everything, specifically:
• Good quality bikes for your entire tour. There is no extra charge for bike rental.
• All guiding services. We have two guides per trip, a lead guide/driver and a co-guide who is responsible for meals and accommodations. This means we can really make sure you have a great time! We operate with small groups and we don’t hesitate to offer a second departure when our trips start getting full.
• Comfortable accommodation for the entire period you are with us. We can also organize accommodation for you if you want to arrive earlier or leave later.
• All your meals, except in Queenstown where we’ve found people prefer to check out the wide range of restaurants. Alcohol is not generally included, although we do spring for a few drinks here and there!
• All cycling described in the itinerary, except optional extra activities. There are many optional activities available at extra cost, particularly in Queenstown. None of these activities are compulsory and nor will your trip seem less awesome if you do the cheap or free options. Although some people enjoy sampling hang gliding, bungy jumping, jet boating, skydiving, and so on, others prefer to focus on more cycling, which is of course the reason you’re coming to New Zealand in the first place!
NOT INCLUDED:
This is your holiday, and we are serious about not nickel-and-diming you! You’ll have a few meals and drinks to cover, extra activities if you choose them, and you’ll probably feel like tipping your guides at the end of a fabulous time, but you won’t be pulling out your wallet every few minutes on your ACTIVE NEW ZEALAND tour!
GEAR LIST:
Click here to see a copy of the Weka Gear List
The Weka is a fully-supported cycling tour of the South Island. You’ll be staying in the highest level of accommodations available in the remote places we take you. While it features more creature comforts than some of our other trips, it’s not a scenic tour of the luxury hotels of the South Island. We prefer to stay in comfortable bed and breakfasts, lodges and apartments. Rooming is based on twin-share, although single rooms are available upon request. As there's a variety of accommodations on this tour, most places will have ensuite bathrooms and one or two will have shared bathrooms – so we may ask you to share a bathroom with other group members on occasion.
RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:
If you’re flying in on the first day of the tour, or out on the last day, we recommend arriving in Christchurch by about 9 - 10.30am on Tuesday, and departing from Christchurch after 2.30 - 4pm on Sunday. Other flight times may also be possible - if you are considering alternative flight times please let us know.
PICK UP INFORMATION:
On the first day of the tour we can either pick you up from the Heritage Hotel in Christchurch at 10.30am, or at the Christchurch domestic airport in front of the information desk at 11am.
DROP OFF INFORMATION:
On the last day of the tour we can drop you off at the Christchurch airport in time for the flights above, or anywhere in central Christchurch in mid-late afternoon.
FITNESS:
You must have a reasonable level of cycling fitness to enjoy yourself on the Weka. You don’t have to be young and extremely fit (although if you are, you won’t be bored) but you should be in the habit of doing at least some riding. Age and experience are not as important as attitude. If you’re concerned about your fitness level, have a chat with us so we can help you choose between the Weka and our other trips.
EXPERIENCE:
You don’t need any cycle touring experience to enjoy the Weka cycling tour, but if you’re a seasoned cyclist you’ll find plenty of challenges as well. All we ask is that you be energetic and in reasonable shape. We manage the level of commitment to suit your experience and we have an impeccable safety record. We hold all relevant government licenses and our staff are highly trained and experienced.
FLEXIBILITY:
Because of the off-the-beaten path and non-commercial nature of some of our accommodation on this tour, we sometimes need to change a night stop. We try to make as few changes as possible but retain the flexibility to make sure your trip is as good as it can be.
INCLUDED:
The trip fare is US$3499 + 12.5% NZ government taxes. We quote all prices in US dollars, so our guests from all over the world can more easily relate prices to their own currencies. You can also join for shorter periods of time, at a pro-rated fare. The trip fare includes just about everything, specifically:
• Good quality bikes for your entire tour. There is no extra charge for bike rental.
• All guiding services. We have two guides per trip, a lead guide/driver and a co-guide who is responsible for meals and accommodations. This means we can really make sure you have a great time! We operate with small groups and we don’t hesitate to offer a second departure when our trips start getting full.
• Comfortable accommodation for the entire period you are with us. We can also organize accommodation for you if you want to arrive earlier or leave later.
• All your meals, except in Queenstown where we’ve found people prefer to check out the wide range of restaurants. Alcohol is not generally included, although we do spring for a few drinks here and there!
• All cycling described in the itinerary, except optional extra activities. There are many optional activities available at extra cost, particularly in Queenstown. None of these activities are compulsory and nor will your trip seem less awesome if you do the cheap or free options. Although some people enjoy sampling hang gliding, bungy jumping, jet boating, skydiving, and so on, others prefer to focus on more cycling, which is of course the reason you’re coming to New Zealand in the first place!
NOT INCLUDED:
This is your holiday, and we are serious about not nickel-and-diming you! You’ll have a few meals and drinks to cover, extra activities if you choose them, and you’ll probably feel like tipping your guides at the end of a fabulous time, but you won’t be pulling out your wallet every few minutes on your ACTIVE NEW ZEALAND tour!
GEAR LIST:
Click here to see a copy of the Weka Gear List
