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Real NZ – Walter Peak Eco Experience (new in 2024)
Real NZ – Walter Peak Eco Experience (new in 2024)

Pause to explore regenerated landscapes on a Walter Peak Eco Experience.  Welcomed by our rural team, take a guided tour through the market gardens, which include bee hives, orchards, greenhouses, and our native plant nursery.  Get your hands (a little) dirty and choose a native seedling, before walking along the picturesque peninsula and planting it […]

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Bracken Hall
Bracken Hall

Bracken Hall is a cafe and gift shop situated on the main street of Mossburn. It is a popular stopover for travellers between Queenstown and Te Anau and also cyclists on the Around The Mountains Cycle Trail. We are open seven days from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm during the summer months of October to […]

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Kingston Flyer Café and Bar
Kingston Flyer Café and Bar

Situated in the historic Kingston Railway Station on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the Kingston Flyer Café & Bar is a wonderful place to unwind and relax after your journey around the mountains. Treat yourself to a delicious meal or a drink – you deserve it. We look forward to seeing you, opening times are […]

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Mossburn Railway Hotel
Mossburn Railway Hotel

Mossburn Railway Hotel is a piece of New Zealand history, built in 1922 in the heart of Southland. Our hotel dates back to 1886 and has a colourful history as a local pub. Located on the main road between Queenstown and Te Anau, we offer a formal dining area, a friendly bar and a lovely […]

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Escape by Cycle
Escape by Cycle

Escape by Cycle is New Zealand’s premier cycle tour company. We run small-group, all-inclusive journeys on New Zealand’s best cycle trails, passing through some of the most amazing scenery in the country. With over 10 years of experience, we commit to delivering the best possible experience to our customers. The price includes all your meals, […]

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Eyre Mountains/Taka Ra Haka
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Welcome Rock Trails
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Tuatara Tours
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Map

A detailed look at the trail and all of the stops along the way.

Planning

Find everything you need for your adventure along the trail.

Supplies

There are several stops along the way for supplies.

Accommodation

From camping to motel to luxury stays, find all you need here.

Camping

Prepare to pitch your tent amidst picturesque campsites.

Eat and drink

The fuel to keep you pedalling, we’ve got it covered.

Bike hire

The most important piece of equipment, hire available here.

Things to do

There is plenty to explore off the proverbial beaten track.

Tour operators

We partner with the best of the best and have everything covered.

Transport providers

Assistance with getting yourself from one point to another.