Partner Directory

Find the people, products, services and experiences to make your ride great.

Te Rakau Accommodation and Birding Tours

Unique converted train carriage accommodation provides access to bush walks and eel feeding. Fully guided half & full-day bird watching tours to see wetland & fresh water estuary birds around Lake Onoke and coastal & marine birds along Onoke Spit.

P +64 6 307 7749

Te Waiariki Ngawha Springs

A taonga (treasure) of the North. 16 Geothermal mineral hot pools each with unique nutrient and temperature characteristics. Used for centuries for relaxation, therapeutic qualities and healing. Perfect after a day cycling. Open 9am to 9pm.

P +64 9 405 2245

Teichelmann's B & B

History . . . With a Touch of Class. Historic heritage building in the heart of the Hokitika CBD offers comfortable boutique accommodation with delightfully appointed ensuite rooms. Experienced kiwi hosts. Friendly, informal hospitality with a substantial breakfast. Top TripAdvisor…

P +64 3 755 8232

Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort offers a breath-taking setting for intimate ceremonies through to grand celebrations and conferences. The elegant accommodation boasts many different options and configurations, offering the perfect solution to a quiet romantic getaway or for larger groups or clan gathering.

P +64 3 439 5961

Thames School of Mines

One of New Zealand's largest and best-preserved mining schools in the heart of the Hauraki gold fields. Guided tours bring this special site to life with captivating stories about the Hauraki area's people and places.

P +64 7 868 6227

Thames School of Mines

Fascinating Māori, industrial, education and geological history converge at one of New Zealand’s largest and best-preserved mining schools in the heart of the Hauraki gold fields.

P +64 7 868 6227

That Place

Do something different! Work on your skills, ride some gnarly trails or just relax! Our purpose-built trails in a private park just outside Whanganui are perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Skills training, walking, riding, and camping.

P +64 6 281 3544

The Appleshed Kitchen and Bar

Park up and relax at The Apple Shed Cafe. Located on the historic Mapua Wharf, cyclists can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Waimea Estuary.

P +64 3 540 3381

The Aviator Experience

Dine and Fly, ultimate food and fun destination. Aviation themed venue and mouth-watering food. Soak in the aviation decor, complete with a life-sized Spitfire cockpit and riveted aluminium tables state-of-the-art VR military flight simulators provide a thrilling adventure.

P +64 21 648 699

The Bakery @ Wakefield

Uncompromised quality bought to you everyday from a small town bakery that will keep you coming back for more.

P +64 3 541 9787

The Barn B & B - Waihi

Experience ‘The Barn’ B&B in 1.2 hectares of garden with private entrance. Central to the Hauraki Rail Trail, Karangahake Gorge, Waihi Beach and the Kaimai Ranges. No minimum stay - choose one or as many nights as you like.

P +64 21 149 0971

The Brown Trout Café

Delicious home-made food and great locally-roasted coffee. Eat in or takeaway. From pies and sandwiches to scrumptious scones and muffins, there's bound to be something to appease your appetite.

P +64 3 2488 847

The Buccaneer Lodge

There?ll be a warm welcome at Buccaneer Lodge - perfect place to relax and unwind after cycling the QCT. Only 4km from Picton our spacious ensuite rooms have views of Waikawa Marina from the balcony and 5min walk to…

P + 64 3 573 5002 or + 64 21 581 589

The Cheese Barn - Matatoki

Just 420m off the Thames to Paeroa section of the Trail, you'll find the perfect stop off to refuel with great food and coffee at our licenced café. Also check out the cheese factory, gift shop and animal farm.

P +64 7 868 1284

The Coffee Bomb

The Coffee Bomb in Garston is New Zealand's most inland food truck. Serving the finest coffee, freshly roasted in Southland, and an array of fresh sandwiches, slices and cakes, it's a great little spot to stop on your travels.

The Cycle Fixery - Waihou

Need your bike serviced or repaired? Call Paul. Servicing and tuning bikes, including e-bikes. Repairs spokes, wheels, tyres, brakes and suspension. Assembles bikes. No job too big or too small. Covering Waihou and Te Aroha areas.

P +64 21 150 6791

The Duck and Cover Restaurant & Bar – Te Aroha

Located in the heart of the Te Aroha township. A fully-licensed bar and restaurant offering good food, indoor/outdoor seating. Open from 4pm Weds/Thurs/Fri – from 12noon Saturday and Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

P +64 7 884 7574

The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

Founded in 1827, the Duke of Marlborough Hotel is engraved in history books on account of it being New Zealand's oldest hotel. 26 rooms, award winning restaurant and the perfect spot for a drink watching the sunset after cycling.

P +64 9 403 7829

The Farm B n B

Located 3km from Middlemarch, stay in the stone cottage or the farm house. Three rooms are available, two queen rooms and a twin room, either with en-suite, shared bathroom or private bathroom. Continental breakfast is included and Transport is available.

P +64 3 464 3389

The Flying Fox

Situated half way between Pipiriki and Whanganui this is an ideal overnight stop. Park your bike securely before traversing the river in the cable car. Cottages, glamping and camping available. Catering can be provided with special all-inclusive rates available

P +64 6 9276809

The Fort Enfield Ltd

The heart of the local community and a compulsory stop for hungry and thirsty Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail users. We offer delicious and generous pub meals, an extensive beverage selection, and quick and tasty café treats.

P +64 3 432 4118

The Gentle Cycling Company

Based by Tahunanui beach and offers bike hire, single day tours, shuttles and multi day tours around the Great Taste Trail. They also provide mountain bikes for hire from Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park.

P 0800 932 453 or +64 3 929 5652

The Gentle Cycling Company

Based by Tahunanui beach and offers bike hire, single day tours, shuttles and multi day tours around the Great Taste Trail. They also provide mountain bikes for hire from Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park

P 0800 932 453 or +64 3 929 5652

The Hayes

Call in to The Hayes in Lake Hayes Estate for some delicious local refreshments and snacks. Perfectly situated 5 minutes from the Queenstown Trail's Twin Rivers Trail.

P +64 3 441 4074

The Honest Lawyer

The perfect place to relax with friends, share a great meal or book in for a special occasion. Stay for a night or a week and feel yourself unwind.

P +64 3 547 4070

The Huts, Tokarahi

The Huts exude rustic character and history, repurposed from the site’s original villa. The communal kitchen/dining room in an 1870's limestone building, while the shower and toilet block were once the shearing shed. The ultimate in up-cycled accommodation.

P +64 3 431 2545

The Lakes Motel

Just 45 minutes away from Mount Cook Heritage Park there are many nearby activities such as skiing, boating, mountain climbing and fishing. Make The Lakes Motel your base to enjoy all of these activities and much more.

P +64 3 435 0274

The Last Straw Cottage

Located 1.5kms from the Brightwater to Wakefield section of The Great Taste Trail. This luxury, boutique, straw-bale cottage has a full kitchen, laundry, lounge with fireplace and outdoor seating/bbq.
Breakfast provided, evening meals by arrangement.

P +64 21 344 000

The Lodge at the Ancient Briton

Newly renovated to open in September 2023, the lodge is nestled in a garden setting in the heart of Naseby’s historic precinct. En-suite accommodation for large and small groups and a new guest lounge area complimenting the garden setting.

The Lodge Athol and Holiday Park

Accommodation in peaceful surrounds on the banks of the Mataura River. Be it relaxing in our lodge, complete with all the amenities you could wish for, or parking your motorhome next to your personal ensuite bathroom, something for everyone.

P +64 211 845 444