Welcome to New Zealand's Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail®
The Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is New Zealand in all its colour and beauty - from our highest mountains, past great lakes and rivers, and down to the ocean. Suitable for all ages, the 9 section bike trail is an easy to intermediate grade, linking the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean.
Allow 5-6 days for the entire ride and please don't forget to add some time to investigate the region while you are here. Alternatively, if time is at a premium, simply try a day excursion or tick off a section or two over a long weekend...
Whichever option you choose, the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is sure to be a memorable experience.
Trail Sections
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Aoraki/Mt Cook to Braemar Road [35km]
Lake Ohau Lodge to Omarama [45km]
Duntroon to Oamaru [54km]
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FAQs
The Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is a grade 2-3 (easy to intermediate) cycle trail. There are a variety of trail surfaces. Riders are advised to take certain essentials with them (e.g. first aid, repair kit, water, food). Parts of the trail pass through alpine environments, where conditions can change.
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Trail Safety
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Choose your itinerary...
Ride the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail YOUR way. If you're an advanced cyclist or a family who are looking for a family-friendly adventure, have a look here for some ideas on possible itineraries and things to see and do along the way...
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Plan your ride
Cycling one of New Zealand's best cycle trails is both fun and easy to organise! You can plan your adventure down to the smallest detail, including your accommodation, cycle hire and luggage transport along the trail.
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Getting Here
Located in the South Island of New Zealand, halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown, is the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail. It is recommended that you start your ride from Aoraki/Mt Cook - though there are numerous access points along the trail from which to start or end your ride.
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