Marlborough and West Coast Cycle

Fabulous cycling, brilliant guide (Angela), wonderful scenery, great company. We made new friends, learned a lot about the area, enjoyed fantastic food...and plenty of it. When booking, the trip seemed a little expensive, but we absolutely got our money's worth in the quality of every aspect. You have a very well organized company, with great employees and access to the best that NZ can offer in terms of cycling.

I loved seeing New Zealand from a bike. The forests, the coastline, the quiet roads. I was amazed at the changes in biomes as we moved from place to place. Our guides, specifically Richard, did an amazing job of checking in with each of us, informing us of everything from wildlife to way of life in New Zealand. His friendly & genuine style welcomed me from day 1 to the end of the trip. Dave, our riding guide, kept good track of us and motivated me to get up that last hill on Day 7. He was also very good at telling me about the farming of deer & elk. Reaching the coast & all its beauty was the highlight for me. Our group walked around Pancake Rocks & the trail leading out to Te Miko beach. Our view from our room that night was simply breathtaking!

Overall a great experience. Probably a bit more driving than I was expecting but then I got to see a lot more of the country! The roads were in excellent condition and very easy to ride on. Very few obstacles/potholes etc which means you can enjoy the riding. A bit more relaxation time each day would have been good.

The rides were great and gave us a great cross-section of the north part of the island. The tour guides were exceptional. Always accommodating the wide range of ability of riders. The accommodation and meals were also good. Overall I had a great time and would highly recommend the trip. One suggestion would be handlebar mirrors so we can see approaching cars/trucks.

 

We cant think of anything we wold like to change on this trip. Both Sue and Brett were absolutely marvelous. The flexibility of start and finish options was really great. Their ability to come up with surprise additions such as jet baot ride and forest walks made it an even more fulfilling experience. Accommodation and meals were excellent. The camaraderie that Brett and Sue helped to engender made for a very happy and cohesive group.

Sue and Brett were a well oiled machine. They worked so well together to make the trip enjoyable for all. There were options - short hikes, plans for inclement weather. The snacks were excellent, having fresh fruit everyday was a great treat. Big plus. Sue and Brett had a nice ice breaker and quiz - lots of fun! Both were so helpful hints and tips. Calm. Easy going. Champagne for New Years. They made the trip superb!