
RAW 5 DAYS OF DIRT
A FAST, FIERCE, AND UNFORGETABLE JOURNEY THROUGH THE SOUTH ISLAND'S WILDEST TERRAIN -THE RAW EXPERIENCE
5 Days • 1,500+ KM • 65%+ Dirt & Gravel
Five days. Countless rivers. Endless dirt. This isn’t your standard 5 Days of Dirt - it’s a modified, experimental edition where we’re pushing boundaries, trying new things, and embracing a bit more chaos. Expect more filming and photography than usual as we capture the raw, unpolished reality of adventure riding. The route will be less curated and more exploratory, with us checking out new tracks, testing new ideas, and riding into the unknown together. With all your gear on your bike, it’s full throttle from dawn to dusk. Each night, reset with a hot shower, a solid feed, and the charm of small-town New Zealand before the next day’s mission. Ride hard. Ride far. Ride the experiment.
Expect:
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40+ river and creek crossings – wet boots guaranteed, and the cameras rolling as the chaos unfolds.
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1,500+ kilometers of adventure – at least 65% on dirt and gravel, raw and untamed, with plenty of moments that aren’t polished… and aren’t meant to be.
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Flexible, experimental routing – less curated, more exploratory. We’ll be checking out new tracks, adapting the plan as we go, and chasing whatever looks fun (or challenging).
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A self-sufficient challenge with a crew feel – riders carry their own luggage and ride alongside expert guides, while we film, photograph, and document the experience more than usual.
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This isn’t an ordinary ride. It’s a modified, experimental version of 5 Days of Dirt built for riders with off-road experience who want something unpredictable, immersive, and a little bit messy.
Five days. Endless dirt. The experiment begins.
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
TERRAIN | GRAVEL, DIRT, ROCKY CLIMBS, RIVER CROSSINGS | |
RIDERS | OFF-ROAD EXPERIENCED | |
DIFFICULTY | LEVEL 1 - 4 | |
DURATION | 5 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS | |
DISTANCE | ~1,500 km | |
LUGGAGE | CARRIED ON BIKE IN PROVIDED BAGS | |
GROUP SIZE | Up to 6 RIDERS |
RIDE SCHEDULE

Arrival Day – Arrival & Meet-Up (Christchurch)
Day 1 – First Ride: From coast to gravel (245 KM)
Day 2 – Rugged 4x4 Tracks & Passes (380 KM)
Day 3 –Alpine Adventure (325 KM)
Day 4 – Remote River Crossings (305 KM)
Day 5 – Final Ride Push (330 KM)
Departure Day – Breakfast & Farewell (Christchurch)
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INCLUSIONS
Ride
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Adventure-ready motorcycle (choice of models)
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Full insurance cover
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5 days of planned routes + optional extras
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Saddle bags to carry luggage
Support
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Expert guide(s) + emergency beacon
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First aid & mechanical support
Travel
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Airport pick-up & drop-off (Christchurch)
Stay
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6 nights twin-share accommodation
Extras
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Tour T-shirt

EXCLUSIONS

Gear
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Riding gear (helmet, visor/goggles, gloves, boots, clothing)
On the Road
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Meals (plenty of options at stops)
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Support Vehicle to carry luggage
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Fuel (Fuel stops will be regular)
Travel
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Flights to/from Christchurch
Personal
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Personal items
TESTIMONIALS (5 DAYS OF DIRT)

Brian
Australia
"We have just finished a 5 days of Dirt tour and it was fantastic, the trip was well planned and nothing was a problem. I highly recommend using Rumbling Adventures if you are looking to see New Zealand on an adventure bike."

Erwin
Australia
"If you‘re looking for an adrenaline-pumping, scenic, and well-organised ADV tour, I highly recommend Rumbling Adventure‘s 5-days of Dirt adventure. It exceeded all my expectations. Tim‘s knowledge of the area was impressive and the routes were carefully selected, showcasing some of New Zealand‘s most stunning landscapes while providing plenty of off-road challenges to keep things exciting and memorable."
PRICING:
November 2025 - March 2026
Yamaha Tenere 700 - NZ$ 4475
Husqvarna 701 - NZ$ 4 600
TOUR DATES
TOUR START | SPOTS LEFT | BOOK NOW |
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23 February 2026 | 5 |
WHAT TO BRING
Riding Gear
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Helmet
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Gloves (summer & winter)
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Adventure or MX boots
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Jacket & pants (with built-in armour or separate body armour)
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Thermal base layers (pants & shirt)
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Waterproof outer shell
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Removable mid-layers
Nice-to-Haves
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Helmet comms
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Goggles
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Hydration backpack
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Balaclava / Buff
Off-Bike Essentials
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Clothing
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Toiletries
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Medications
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Cash/Card for payments




