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GREAT RIDES OF NEW ZEALAND

Showcasing some of New Zealand’s most amazing landscapes, our 23 Great Rides are an exciting and environmentally sustainable way to reach must-see sights and activities.

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motu trail credit Neil Robert Hutton Photography

Motu Trails Great Ride

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Easiest: 0%

Easy: 12%

Intermediate: 71%

Advanced: 17%

Expert: 0%

Eastland / Bay of Plenty
121km / 1–3 days
beaches / forest & hill country / Māori & European history
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Rolling along Pacific Coast sand dunes, and into remote valleys and forest, these diverse trails explore a quiet corner of the Bay of Plenty and Eastland.

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Whakarewarewa Forest Loop 1981 credit Graeme Murray

Whakarewarewa Forest Loop Great Ride

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Easy: 95%

Intermediate: 5%

Advanced: 0%

Expert: 0%

Bay of Plenty
33km / 1 day (3–5 hours)
Exotic & native forest / volcanic lakeland views / Māori art & culture
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This fun, mostly easy loop is a great way to see the sights of Whakarewarewa Forest – Rotorua’s beloved backyard and a world-famous mountain bike mecca with rides for most abilities.

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