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Adventure South - Otago Rail Trail, NZ Cycling & Trekking specialists

29 Iversen Terrace, Waltham, Christchurch, New Zealand
643-942-1222
Ranked #4 of 32 tours in Christchurch
5.0 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Since 1992, Adventure South has been operating the best and most comprehensive range of guided trekking, cycling and adventure holidays available...... more » Owner description: Since 1992, Adventure South has been operating the best and most comprehensive range of guided trekking, cycling and adventure holidays available across New Zealand. Our mission statement is Small Groups, Great Guides, Superb Holidays… and we’re confident that the originality, scope and quality of our program ensure that there is an adventure for everyone.Enjoy the pristine splendor of New Zealand’s north and south islands on one of our 30 walking, cycling or multi-activity holidays. From the magic of the Southern Alps to the volcanoes and geothermal regions of the north, New Zealand’s forgotten Sub-Antarctic islands to the wild west coast of the South Island, our unique range of guided small group active holiday’s will take you beyond the popular trails to discover the true essence of New Zealand’s pure wilderness. « less
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Sydney, Australia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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Far exceeded our expectations! Weather and guides definitely added to the overall experience, not to mention a great crew, most of whom were around our age. The countryside was beautiful, couldn't have chosen a better time with an array of autumn colours! Also thought the hire bikes were comfortable and had been set up perfectly for us. And the icing... More

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Upper Hutt
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Awesome bike ride, with excellent scenic views, autumn colours - just lovely, and the extra attactions including curling, thoroughly enjoyed. Geoff and Craig great guides, always prepared to give that extra time and effort to ensure everyones gets the most from the tour. My wife travelled with me, not biking, and enjoyed the tour from the bus. Would recommend Adventure... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Terrific trip. Great trail, Exciting ädd ons"( Curling ,St Bathins and Moeraki Boulders) Quaint and comfy accommodation . Top guides , Robust equipment Perrrrrfect weather! On the whole a wonderful week! More

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Shellharbour, New South Wales, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

I am not a cyclist and i loved and survived my first organised cycle trip. Adventure South is a well oiled and run company, we were picked up from Christchurch on time and whizzed around to the warehouse to be fitted out with our bikes which proved to be reliable and easy to handle. Rossco made sure everything was sweet... More

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Grafton, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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Achievable ride on well maintained and appropriate bikes. Weather cool to marginal. Many side trips to Vulcan Hotel, Curling Centre, Raggedy Range and Taieri Gorge were all worthy compliments to the rail trail ride experience. The tour guides Stefan and Rossco were flexible and supportive. More

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Adelaide
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

Our first organised cycle ride and it didn't disappoint. A well organised 5 days. Extra cycling on 1st day due to bus problems was not an issue. Accommodation was 1st class except Dunedin. Geoff went the extra mile to show us the sites. The small group was excellent company and even though the fitness level differed we all cycled at... More

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Owen Sound, Canada
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

We took the shuttle bus from Queenstown, where we were staying prior to this trip, to Clyde to meet our guide and small group at the Dunston House Heritage Hotel. Immediately we were put at ease by Geoff, our guide. That night we relaxed and had a wonderful meal with the group and he used our names throughout the evening.... More

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Rome, Italy
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

Good pace, well organised but flexible timetable, easier on the joints than tramping, excellent accomodation and meals except for the dingy old hotel in Dunedin, good company, personable and helpful driver and guide, great hire bikes-even the seat was almost comfortable, lovely small town coffee and overnight stops, enough time for extra events each day, enough biking to get a... More

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Marton,New Zealand
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

Make sure you're bike fit.have bike pants for sure. More

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Wellington, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

This trip was the right mix of physicality, historic interest, magnificent scenery and social interaction. The evenings of fun and good food were something we looked forward to after a physically exerting day, while the daytime riding provided interesting, easily achievable sections of cycling interspersed with historic and scenic attractions. Almost any physical ability is catered for, taking as much... More

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