Things to do in South Island, New Zealand: The Best Bike Tours

Cycle the Otago Central Rail Trail in comfort. Our fully supported 4 day / 3 night cycling packages feature front suspension mountain bikes, helmet & waterproof panniers, our own superior heritage accommodation in Ranfurly, continental breakfast & home baking, personalised transport & optional sightseeing excursions, all tailored for your comfort and enjoyment. Departures from Sept to May. Customised itineraries, stand alone accommodation, mountain bike hire and transfers also available.

A very warm welcome from Steve and Jo. "This is self-guided biking at its best!". Starting from our base in Renwick, where the highest concentration of cellar doors is found, you will have the freedom to set the pace & decide how far you want to bike, who you want to visit, & all without the pressure of having to keep up with others. FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO & FROM YOUR ACCOMMODATION (within 15km of our base in Renwick) so you don’t have to risk drinking & driving. Full emergency back-up service in case you have an issue with your bike (eg. puncture or chain falling off), hi-vis helmets & a detailed cellar door map, a briefing at the start to help you get orientated with the area & to tell you about the different cellar doors & what they offer. Up to date menus for lunch ideas & help to book a table. Free collection of any wines bought on the day. Range of step-thru bikes, tandems, trikes & 4 wheeled bikes (roadsters) & kids bikes. Tow-alongs & trailers (FOC) for families.

Wilderness Guides is an outdoor adventure company based in Picton, owned and operated for the past 20 years by Steve and Juliet Gibbons, New Zealanders and Marlborough people with a passion for the outdoors. The owners are hands-on and have a background as outdoor guides in the area and with their close-knit team and dedicated team, offer a truly personalized service for all guests. Tours offered are quality and authentic New Zealand wilderness experiences with an emphasis on education, conservation, local history and culture as well as New Zealand native flora and fauna. This is combined with the finest of local food and wine. These include guided and independent walks on the Queen Charlotte Track from one day to many days in length, mountain bike hire and packages for the Queen Charlotte Track (one of NZ’s Great Rides) and a wide variety of sea kayaking options in the Marlborough Sounds. This is where your adventure begins!

The home of the best off roading in New Zealand. From beginner to pro let this local family of off roading champions treat you to the ride of your life. We offer amazing quad and dirt bike tours through some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery.

Self-guided half day, full day and multi-day bike hire and tours on and around the Great Taste Cycle Trail. Explore vineyards, craft breweries, cafes, historic villages, beaches and beautiful rural landscapes in Nelson, the Craft Brewing Capital of NZ.

Fully guided half-day/day and multi-day mountain bike tours, based in Dunedin. Whether it be a quiet bike ride on the Otago peninsula looking at wildlife or single track off road action and epic rides, you can do it all with Offtrack.

Ride New Zealand - Live the Dream! Hire one of our 30+ meticulously maintained, latest model motorbikes and start your ride safely from our quiet country-side base near Christchurch, gateway to the glorious Southern Alps. Come to us for Rental Only, sensational GPS Self-Guided Tours, and fantastic Fully Guided Tours. Free transfers between our base and hotel/airport, great facilities, packing tables, protective gear, GPS, coffee, and lots of friendly smiles. We are all about top quality and attention to detail in everything we do. We have agents in Christchurch, Auckland and Queenstown and work with the best in NZ's tourism industry, we're dedicated to providing motorcycling visitors with the very best New Zealand has to offer - no compromise!

Vertigo is Queenstown's original bike shop, 20 years old this year. We specialise in bikes and nothing else, it is our passion and it shows when you come through our doors when you are instantly greeted by our awesome and knowledgeable staff. We cater for everyone, from people looking to do a cruisey lakeside ride with the kids to the serious mountain biker looking to rent a high end carbon Santa Cruz bike to check out the Queenstown Bike Park. Our mission is to make sure you have the best experience possible on your bike ride in Queenstown, as we have world class bike trails that everyone should get to enjoy.

Richard and Jolanda Foale from Heliview Flights invite you to take to the skies over Central Otago, near Queenstown. 5 reasons we make your holiday awesome * Heliview Flights - a family business with the personal touch; we spend more time with you, making your trip special * Cromwell has the best flying weather in New Zealand, with only 400mm of rain per annum! * Dramatic landscapes, majestic vistas or a stunning sunset all from our luxury 7-seater helicopter * Your pilot Richard has extensive experience (over 30 years) including search & rescue, police, corporate and UK Army AirCorps * Experience Cromwell: an authentic, gentler pace, only a 45 minute drive from bustling Queenstown, NZ's adventure capital Blending a luxury helicopter, personalised service, friendly staff and the stunning Central Otago landscape, family-owned Heliview Flights offers a range of scenic helicopter flights and heli-biking trips (guided and self-ride). From their base at Cromwell Racecourse Airfield, flights take in the majestic vista of the surrounding area and Southern Alps. Note: we used to be in New Plymouth, which old reviews reflect, but it's the same people and helicopter as before, so expect the same high standards, combined with new scenery.

Kiwi Journeys offers top quality services in Nelson on Tasman's Great Taste Trail. With three convenient rental locations, Nelson (beside the I-site), Mapua Wharf & Kaiteriteri we offer day adventures you will remember forever. From specifically designed hybrid comfort bikes to mountain bikes and high end E bikes by Bosch . Our full range of rental equipment is ideal for the whole family. Specialising in * Itinerary planning & booking service * Independent & and guided tours * Luggage transfers * Accommodation & activity bookings * Transport * on trail support * Bike pickup & drop off * Mapua ferry service. Experience the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park or visit the world famous Abel Tasman National Park with Kiwi Journeys.