Top things to do off-trail
Our 23 Ngā Haerenga Great Rides serve up a smorgasbord of activities and attractions off-trail.
From jet boating, star gazing and geothermal activity, to Māori culture, museums and heritage sites and food and wine tastings, there really is something for everyone.
Hawke's Bay
While enjoying the Hawke's Bay Trails Great Ride, take time out to experience all that the region has to offer.
Hauraki Rail Trail
The Hauraki Rail Trail Great Ride showcases the best of New Zealand’s landscape, environment, culture and heritage. There are plenty of cool detours off the bike too.
Taupō
From thrilling rides along the Great Lake Trails Great Ride to relaxing hot pools and breathtaking natural wonders, Taupō is the ultimate destination.
West Coast
While enjoying the West Coast Wilderness Trail Great Ride, make sure you explore along the way. Feel Free in NZ and check out our top five things to do.
Pou Herenga Tai – Twin Coast
Northland’s Great Ride is so much more than a scenic trip from coast to coast. It’s also an opportunity to dig into history, dip a toe in the water, get arty, and max out the x-factor with bucket list side trips.
Great Taste Trail
Tasman's Great Taste Trail Great Ride is not just a year-round cycling route - it also serves up plenty of activities and attractions.
Otago Central Rail Trail
It's renowned as one of New Zealand’s best multi-day scenic bike rides and the first Great Ride, but there's even more to explore.
Lake Dunstan Trail
Slow down a few pedal strokes and you’ll discover that there’s much more to the Lake Dunstan Trail Great Ride than just epic scenery.
Roxburgh Gorge, Clutha Gold trails
Together the Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold Great Rides make for a special cycle journey. There's also plenty to explore off the bike.
