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Kickstart an 8-day adrenaline-fueled ride through New Zealand’s South Island—built for riders who crave wild terrain, raw landscapes, and serious seat time.

Get ready to take on over 40 river and water crossings as we tear across some of the most remote and breathtaking backcountry routes the island has to offer.

We’ve got a plan—but it’s not set in stone. The ride can shift with the group’s mood and appetite for adventure. This journey isn’t for beginners—solid off-road experience is key to getting the most out of what’s ahead.

With more than 2,000 kilometers to cover and 65% of it on dirt, gravel, and grit, this isn’t just a ride—it’s a test of skill, endurance, and spirit.

 

Ability: Intermediate to Advanced

Levels: 1-3

Duration: 8 days, 9 nights

Total Distance: 2000+ km 

Spaces Available: 8 participants max per ride

Minimum Riders per ride: 3

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The Ride

Night 1 - Riders get picked up from the Christchurch Airport and taken to our arranged accommodation for the night

Day 1 - Breakfast at 6:00AM.

7 :30am Departure from Christchurch via Hakataramea Valley and MacKenzies Pass for Kurow. (340KM+)
 

Day 2 - 8:30am Departure for Alexandra via Danseys Pass 

(180KM+) POI - Danseys Pass Hotel​

Day 3 - 8:00am Departure for a loop back to Alexandra via 

the Nevis and Piano flats (320KM+) POI - The Obelisk

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​​Day 4 - 8:30am Departure for Queenstown via Skipper Canyon. Return to Alexandra (250KM+)

​​Day 5 - 8:00am Departure for Kurow via Lake Onslow. 

(310KM+)

Day 6 - 8:00am Departure from Kurow via Lake Tekapo for Geraldine (300KM+) POI -Lake Pukaki

Day 7 Riders have breakfast and are ready to leave at 8:30am. Traveling to Hanmer Springs (310KM+) POI - Lees Valley

Day 8 - Departure for the ferry from Picton at 6:30AM (230KM+) 

Destination- Wellington 

Day 9 - 9:30am Departure to drop participants off at Wellington Airport

INCLUSIONS

  • Drop-off at Wellington Airport the day after the tour finishes

  • Motorcycle - Your choice from available models fitted out for your ride

  • Full Comprehensive motorcycle Insurance 

  • Breakfast and a coffee every morning

  • Guide(s) – With Emergency Locator Beacon

  • Planned Routes - 8 Days worth of routes, with optional extra sections

  • Support Vehicle to carry luggage

  • 9 Nights Accommodation - Twin share/basic accommodation is provided (Single rooms available at additional cost)

  • Fuel- All fuel is supplied for motorcycles

  • First Aid Assistance

  • Mechanical Assistance

  • T-Shirt

EXCLUSIONS

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  • Motorcycle riding gear - The individual rider is responsible for having the appropriate rider safety gear including a appropriate helmet with visor or goggles, gloves, boots and clothing

  • Meals - No meals other than breakfast are included in this ride. Each stop offers a variety of dining options. All meals other than breakfast are at individuals cost

  • Flights to Christchurch and from Wellington

  • Personal Items

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Motorcycle Riding Gear

Essentials

  • Helmet

  • Gloves (winter & summer gloves)

  • Boots (Adventure or MX Boots)

  • Jacket

  • Pants

  • Body Armour (Can be in Jacket and Pants)

  • Thermal pants and shirt

  • Waterproof outer shell

  • Removable mid layers

Optional

  • Helmet Comms

  • Goggles

  • Hydration Backpack

  • Balaclava / Buff

Personal Items, Toiletries, Required Medications and Personal Clothing.

PRICING:

If booked before 1 August 2025
Yamaha Tenere 700 - NZ$ 7 900.00
Husqvarna 701 - NZ$ 8 150.00
Beta 390 RR - NZ$ 7 900.00


If booked on or after 1 August 2025
Yamaha Tenere 700 - NZ$ 8 400.00
Husqvarna 701 - NZ$ 8 650.00
Beta 390 RR - NZ$ 8 400.00

 
DATES:

1-10 December 2025

8 Spots Left:​

6 x Yamaha Tenere 700

1 x Husqvarna 701

1 x Beta 390 RR

12-21 March 2026

6 Spots Left:​

5 x Yamaha Tenere 700

1 x Beta 390 RR

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Unforgettable Motorcycle Adventures

Waitotara Valley Estate Ltd t/a Rumbling Adventures

New Zealand

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