Fiordland & South Coast Gravel

Motels

Often family run, motels range from 3 to 4 stars and provide access to local living thanks to your hosts. The hospitality is generous and their local knowledge is invaluable. Rooms are spacious, warm and comfortable and they have ensuite bathrooms with tea and coffee making facilities. Where possible, we choose locations that add to your experience.

Hotels

Hotels range from 3 to 4 stars and provide a quality, comfortable and relaxed nights stay. Rooms are spacious and modern.

Sinch eBikes - Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL

Designed right here in Aotearoa New Zealand, our fleet of Sinch eBikes is made to handle the country’s trails with ease. These pedal-assist bikes take the edge off hills and longer rides thanks to smooth, reliable Shimano motor systems and a comfortable, upright riding position.

They come with front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, and air-sprung dropper seat posts to help fine-tune your comfort on the go. The smaller sizes (XS, S, M) feature step-through frames and swept-back handlebars for a relaxed touring posture, while large and XL frames are also available in a step-through option on request.

For the South Coast Gravel adventure, some of the daily ride distances are long and it is unlikely that ebikes will have enough battery life to manage the full ride distances.

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Sinch eBike (Front suspension mountain bike style) - Sizes L & XL

Designed right here in Aotearoa New Zealand, our fleet of Sinch eBikes is made to handle the country’s trails with ease. These pedal-assist bikes take the edge off hills and longer rides thanks to smooth, reliable Shimano motor systems and a comfortable, upright riding position.

They come with front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, and air-sprung dropper seat posts to help fine-tune your comfort on the go. Large and XL frames are also available in a step-through option on request.

For the South Coast Gravel adventure, some of the daily ride distances are long and it is unlikely that ebikes will have enough battery life to manage the full ride distances.

Tap the arrows left and right to explore the other bikes on offer for this tour.

Avanti Discovery - Hard Tail Mountain Bike (Not an eBike)

Our custom Avanti Discovery bikes are built for real-world Aotearoa New Zealand trails — simple, solid, and comfortable. Fast-rolling tyres and upgraded suspension forks keep things smooth over mixed terrain, while the 1x10 drivetrain makes gear changes easy and intuitive.

Hydraulic disc brakes give you reliable stopping power, and the rear rack fitted with one of our rack bags (included in hire) is ideal for stashing your layers, lunch or camera. With a relaxed upright riding position, this is a great choice for those who want a traditional, pedal-powered ride without sacrificing comfort.

Whether you’re cruising through the Roxburgh Gorge, flying across the Shotover Bridge, or pedalling beside the wild surf of the Taranaki coast, the Avanti Discovery is a dependable trail mate.

This bike is also available in a low-step model on request!

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Avanti Discovery - Hard Tail Low-step Mountain Bike (Not an eBike)

Just like our Avanti Discovery hardtail mountain bike, the low-step version is simple, solid, and comfortable. Fast-rolling tyres and upgraded suspension forks keep things smooth over mixed terrain, while the 1x10 drivetrain makes gear changes easy and intuitive.

Hydraulic disc brakes give you reliable stopping power, and the rear rack fitted with one of our rack bags (included in hire) is ideal for stashing your layers, lunch or camera. With a relaxed upright riding position, this is a great choice for those who want a traditional, pedal-powered ride without sacrificing comfort.

Whether you’re cruising through the Roxburgh Gorge, flying across the Shotover Bridge, or pedalling beside the wild surf of the Taranaki coast, the Avanti Discovery is a dependable trail mate.

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Merida Silex 700 (Gravel Bike) - (subject to availability)

The Merida Silex 700 is our go-to gravel bike — stable, responsive, and ready for the kind of backcountry riding we love to share. Built with a lightweight aluminium frame and carbon fork, it’s designed for long days in the saddle, with relaxed geometry that takes the edge off the climbs and keeps you feeling confident on the descents.

The 1x12 Shimano GRX drivetrain gives you a wide range of gears without the faff of a front derailleur, and the 45 mm tyres soak up the bumps while still rolling fast across seal, gravel and everything in between. It’s the perfect match for the kind of riding we love to share.

(Photos will be updated mid-August)

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Gravel Roads 45%

Cyclists need to be confident riding on a mix of compacted and rough gravel surfaces including graded roads and some deeper gravel.

Paved Roads 55%

Approx 55% of this trip is on sealed or paved road. Most of these roads are quiet back-roads. Cyclists need to be aware of the road rules and able to cope with small amounts of traffic, which can be travelling at speed.