E-MTB through the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Ride deeper into the South Island’s Backcountry, where endless ridgelines and epic alpine views await. An Unforgettable & Breathtaking all mountain E – Mountain Bike Adventure. 

G’day and welcome to New Zealand’s singletrack heaven! After a morning pick-up in Christchurch, we’ll allocate rental bikes and help with any bike maintenance before heading out to the foothills of the Southern Alps.

Our first ride is the Wharfedale Track, a lesser-known gem offering singletrack through beautiful native beech forest, roots, and stream crossings. We can choose to ride this as a greater loop or and up and back.After lunch find yourself climbing up into a wind swept alpine rideline on the Blow Hard Track, offering a longer ascent with some technical sections with a grand finale of great views of the Canterbury Plains and distant peaks.

Tonight, your guides will go over the next 5 days of riding and adventure together.

Today we’ll get back in the saddle for more epic riding in the rugged wilderness of Craigieburn Forests. This area is a favorite for hikers, skiers, climbers, and riders.

The ride starts with a gravel road uphill to the bottom of Craigieburn Ski Field, followed by a technical rooty descent on "The Luge" , before flowing on to the open and scenic Dracophyllum and Hogsback Tracks. This area offers some of NZ's most perfectly crafted singletracks, and is loved by the riding community. Your guide will show you some newer singletracks in the area after lunch, via coach stream winding through crisp mountain streams and dry aired peaks. Nothing like a ride in the alpine here mates!

These trails offer a mix of flowy singletrack and technical descents, providing a full day of E- Mountain Biking excitement.

Today we're heading further south into our all time favouirte area of the Mackenzie Country. Big Mountains, big glaciers and wow factor scenery await you here. We have a wonderful combination of private sheep singletrack , where your guides will offer you access to some of the prettiest scenery in NZ,through private High Country Stations around Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook. We'll enjoy rides through native tussocks with incredible views of Lake Tekapo , alpine lakes and wonderful glaciers. We’ll then move onto a secret sheep singletrack with stunning views of Mt Cook and Lake Pukaki. We'll ride our way through roaming sheep, before arriving at a private Sheep Station, with a converted shearer’s quarters with views to die for. Tonight we'll enjoy a home made BBQ as we welcome some of the clearest skies in the world, and enjoy star gazing at its finest right out the backdoor.

This day is all about exploring the remote backcountry and soaking in the serenity of New Zealand’s breathtaking alpine landscapes of The Mackenzie Country. No other riders can experience this riding without our access.

Rising to stunning views of Mt Cook & the turquoise glacial fed waters of Lake Pukaki, were heading to a lesser known stunning area of The Mackenzie Basin. Lake Ohau is our riding destination which offers spectacular alpine scsnery of the headwaters of the Southern Alps. We're off to tackle a lesser known gem of a ride up Ben Ohau Peak, with a steep climb with stunning views of glaciated peaks and remote valleys heading into the main devide of the Southern Alps. Enjoy a wonderful ridgeline ride down to the forested sub alpine of Greta Valley, for lunch amoungst serenity and native bush.

After lunch , were off to the super scenic Lindis Pass Reserve, where hills of golden tussock and rocky outcrops await us. We'll tackle a new bacckountry ride in the remote Lindis Pass Scenic reserve through velvet looking hills into a wonderful alpine environment.

Today were off to warm up along the Dunstan Mountain Trail, which is a newly built cycle trail offering fantastic scenery along rivers and rocky desert landscapes of Central Otago. We'll ride to a wonderful riding destination of Alexandra, where we'll tackle some fun singletracks of Flat Top Mountain and beyond. There's a whole network of wonderful technical rocky rides in the area, your guide will have fun showing you around the variety of terrain and scenery in this lesser known local riding area of Alex.

After riding, we’ll enjoy wine tastings at local pinot noir growing vineyards, offering a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. This region is home to some of the Worlds finest Pinot Noirs, that we just cant seam to get overseas!

Tonight we'll enjoy lovely meals at one of the many boutique restaurants by the riverside in a small town called Clyde.

Good morning! After a delicous flat white coffee or two, we're off to drive to Queenstown the famous adventure capital, and also home to some great mountain biking. We've chosen to explore some of our favourite rides linking up a mulitude of singletracks around the Coronet Peak area. Starting with a valley floor climb trail, we'll ascend up to Skippers Saddle, before making a very fun tight backcountry descent into Skippers Canyon. Riding back up out of the Canyon, we'll connect up to the summit of Coronet Peak trails and descend the ultra famous flowey Rude Rock trail. Then we connect onto a water race to a super fun adventure ride of Bush Creek, all the way to Arrowtown for a well deserved cold bevie.

The rides around this area offer a full day of exploration and smiles in the saddle. This afternoon, for those still feeling like there's fuel in the tank, there heaps more riding around the shores of Lake Wakatipu, your guide will happily show you around.

This evening is our farewll dinner together, as we relive the last 6 days of epic singletrack through New Zealnd's stunning Southern Alps.

• 6 Nights Twin Share/ Accommodation: Comfortable and unique accommodations ranging from boutique lodges to a converted shearer’s quarters.
• 6 Days of Riding: Expertly guided rides through New Zealand’s best MTB trails
• Backcountry access to alpine terrain & private exclusive terrain
• Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 1 Dinner, and daily snacks.
• Wine Tasting: A special wine tasting experience in Central Otago.
• Transportation: Safe and comfortable transportation in a custom bike trailer and vehicle.
• Trail Fees: All trail fees and concessions are included.
• Guides: Experienced and passionate MTB guides who know the trails & backcountry inside out.

• Pre-trip & post-trip accommodations (day 0, day 7)
• Extra snacks, coffees, drinks along the way
• Alcoholic beverages
• Guide gratuities
• E MTB Rental

On this E MTB Tour our accommodations are as diverse and unique as the landscapes you'll be riding through. Each night, you'll rest in comfortable lodgings that reflect the authentic charm of New Zealand’s South Island. From cozy, character-filled lodges nestled in the mountains to quaint boutique stays near crystal-clear lakes, each location has been carefully selected to provide you with a warm and inviting retreat after a day on the trails. Whether it’s a stay in the stunning wine country of Central Otago or a night in a peaceful alpine village, you'll enjoy a perfect blend of comfort, Kiwi hospitality, and spectacular surroundings.

New Zealand’s weather is as varied as its landscapes, particularly in the Southern Alps. During the MTB season from December to April, you can expect:

Summer (December to February):
Warm days with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F). The weather is generally stable, but it’s not uncommon to experience sudden changes, particularly in alpine regions. Afternoon showers can occur, so packing a light rain jacket is essential.

Autumn (March to April):
Cooler mornings and evenings, with daytime temperatures between 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The weather remains mostly clear, but you might encounter the occasional shower or cooler winds as the season transitions. Autumn is also a great time to enjoy the changing colors of the landscape.

Alpine Conditions:
Higher elevations can experience cooler temperatures and more unpredictable weather year-round. Be prepared for chilly winds and potential snow at higher altitudes, even in summer.

It's important to be prepared for all types of weather during your ride. Layering is key, as conditions can change rapidly, especially in mountainous areas. Our guides will keep you informed about the forecast, but having the right gear is essential to staying comfortable and safe.

This E MTB Tour is designed for intermediate riders with a good level of fitness and a passion for adventure. You should be comfortable with sustained climbs, technical descents, and riding for multiple hours each day. This tour covers a variety of terrains, from flowy singletracks to more challenging alpine trails, so building up your endurance and strength before the trip is essential. With some days covering significant distances and varying altitudes, this tour will challenge and reward you with some of the best mountain biking New Zealand has to offer. Whether you’re climbing through rugged terrain or cruising down scenic descents, your physical preparation will ensure you get the most out of this incredible experience.

From the rolling hills of the Craigieburn Range to longer climbs into the alpine and the technical singletracks of the Queenstown area, this tour showcases New Zealand’s stunning backcountry landscapes. You’ll experience everything from smooth, flowy trails through alpine meadows to rocky, technical descents that test your skills. The iconic Craigieburn Forest and trails around Lake Tekapo provide breathtaking alpine views, while the rugged terrain near Central Otago offers the unique experience of riding through wild thyme and moon rock formations. The trails are as varied as the scenery, ensuring an unforgettable ride through New Zealand’s backcountry wonders. Backcountry Rides offer gradual climbs with some technical descents in places with many stream crossings.