Embark on an exhilarating 6-day adventure, custom-designed to showcase some of the best riding terrains on New Zealand's South Island.
Your luggage will be transported by a support vehicle, allowing you to travel light as we overnight in quaint towns, each offering the comfort of a warm shower and a hearty meal.
Expect to tackle over 40 river and water crossings. While we have a set itinerary, it's flexible—adjustments can be made based on group preferences. Off-road riding experience is essential to fully enjoy this journey.
Covering a total distance of over 1,500 kilometers, with at least 65% on dirt and gravel roads, this trip promises to be both challenging and rewarding
Ability: Intermediate to Advanced
Levels: 1-4
Duration: 6 days, 7 nights
Total Distance: 1500+ km
Spaces Available: 8 participants max per ride
Minimum Riders per ride: 3
The Ride
Night 1 - Riders get picked up from the Christchurch Airport and taken to our arranged accommodation for the night
Day 1 - Riders breakfast at 7:30AM. Departure for Kurow is at 8:30AM (320KM) POI - MacKenzie’s Pass, Hakataramea Valley
Day 2 - Riders have breakfast and are ready to leave at 8:30am. Traveling to Alexandra (200KM) POI - Danseys Pass, Old Dunstan Rd
Day 3 - 8:30am Departure for Alexandra via Old Man Range,Nevis Valley and Queenstown (270KM) POI - The Obelisk, Duffers Saddle
Day 4 - 9:00am Departure for Kurow via Omarama Saddle (180KM) POI - river crossings
Day 5 - 8:00am Departure for Geraldine via Lake Tekapo (290KM) POI - Black Forest Station, Iron Bridge, Tekapo River
Day 6 - 8:30am Departure for Christchurch via Lees Valley (280KM)
Day 7 9:30am Departure to drop participants off at Christchurch Airport
INCLUSIONS
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Support Vehicle to carry luggage
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Drop-off at Christchurch Airport the day after the tour finishes.
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Motorcycle - Your choice from available models fitted out for your ride
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Full Comprehensive motorcycle Insurance
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Breakfast and a coffee every morning
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Guide(s) – With Emergency Locator Beacon
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Planned Routes - 6 Days worth of routes, with optional extra sections
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7 Nights Accommodation - Twin share/Basic accommodation is provided
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Fuel- All fuel is supplied for motorcycles
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First Aid Assistance
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Mechanical Assistance
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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.
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Meals - No meals other than breakfast are included in this ride. Each stop offers a variety of dining options. All meals are at individuals cost.
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Flights to and from Christchurch.
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Personal Items
PRICING:
Yamaha Tenere 700 - NZ$ 6,750.00
Husqvarna 701 - NZ$ 6,850.00
DATES:
14-21 November 2025
7 Spots Left:
5 x Yamaha Tenere 700
1 x Husqvarna 701
17-24 January 2026
7 Spots Left:
6 x Yamaha Tenere 700
1 x Husqvarna 701
14-21 February 2026
7 Spots Left:
6 x Yamaha Tenere 700
1 x Husqvarna 701
3-10 March 2026
7 Spots Left:
6 x Yamaha Tenere 700
1 x Husqvarna 701
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
Motorcycle Riding Gear
Essentials
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Helmet
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Gloves (winter & summer gloves)
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Boots (Adventure or MX Boots)
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Jacket
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Pants
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Body Armour (Can be in Jacket and Pants)
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Thermal pants and shirt
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Waterproof outer shell
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Removable mid layers
Optional
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Helmet Comms
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Goggles
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Hydration Backpack
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Balaclava / Buff
Personal Items, Toiletries, Required Medications and Personal Clothing.