Suitable and adjustable for any level of expertise, this exhilarating biking adventure is well worth the effort. On well-manicured track and through beautiful and varied landscapes and forest, take the whole family or enjoy a focussed spin with added historical context. Tucked away not far out of Christchurch City this welcome respite is both fun and informative and a great way to change up the scene. 

We’ll begin at 930am when I pick you up from your accommodation before driving to the forest just outside of town in my SUV. You’ll be assisted in the hire of complimentary mountain bikes and helmets. Then the real fun begins. We will be biking up to 15km on well-kept tracks. We will be cycling through native forest, open grasslands and along embankments, you will see exotic pasture species alongside our native plants and trees. We may see native birds such as the fantail and native wood pigeons As we go you’ll hear about the history of the land and the wider area depending on your interest. We will head out to the river where I’ll lead you down a little less known track separate from the main routes. We can cater for any speed and ability including mixed groups. You can choose to bike 15kms, 13kms (most popular), or 5kms.(for first timers/those less able) We will then head into the city to enjoy the foodie finale. This is a great wind down to the trip.

We’ll eat lunch together in a lovely upmarket and award-winning garden centre cafe where the food is extraordinary. My favourite is the grilled halloumi, pumpkin, mushroom and beetroot relish on a turkey burger bun dish. I would also highly recommend a chicken, garlic & tarragon pie. You’ll be dropped back to your accommodation by 130pm.