Transport providers

Whether you need assistance with getting yourself from one point to another or ensuring that your gear is safely transported to your desired destinations, our knowledgeable providers are here to make it happen seamlessly. With their expertise, you can trust that you and your belongings will be efficiently and reliably taken care of, allowing you to focus on enjoying your cycling adventure without any worries. Sit back, relax, and let our transportation experts handle the logistics, ensuring that you and your gear are precisely where they need to be at the right time.

Bike Fiordland
Bike Fiordland

Explore the wilderness with Bike Fiordland, Southland’s most trusted bike tour provider. We are a small, family-owned business with a passion for bikes and the wilderness. Bike Fiordland is well experienced in getting you out on bike adventures you will never forget. Small to medium group size, all-inclusive bike tours. Whether you’re looking for e-bike […]

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Real NZ – TSS Earnslaw
Real NZ – TSS Earnslaw

Your bike trail ‘Around the Mountains’ won’t be complete without a steamship journey on the TSS Earnslaw. An iconic Queenstown experience, this vintage vessel plays an integral role in the town’s history and will drop you right at Walter Peak High Country Farm. To make your experience go the extra mile, you have the option […]

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Around the Mountains Cycle Tours
Around the Mountains Cycle Tours

Around the Mountains Cycle Tours provide the following services: Independent tours Guided tours Shuttle bus services Bag transfers E-bike/mountain bike hire Tour planning Accommodation bookings We offer 3 to 5-day tours with the option of also riding the Te Anau Lake2Lake Trail. We have shuttle buses based in Queenstown and Mossburn, we depart from your […]

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Barge Services
Barge Services

Barge Services NZ offers Queenstown to Walter Peak Station – Lake transfers. Joel, your friendly skipper alongside his partner Kate, own and operate Barge Services NZ. Offering safe, reliable and no hassles barge transport. Flexible departure times. Ride on Ride off / Up to 22 cyclists at a time. Check out our Facebook page or […]

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Wheels and Reels accommodation & shuttle service
Wheels and Reels accommodation & shuttle service

Wheels and Reels accommodation is situated in Mossburn on the busy gateway route into Fiordland and the busy Milford Sound. Centred on the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail we offer great accommodation and a comprehensive shuttle service for cyclists across the entire trail. Wheels and Reels shuttle service can be tailored to suit your needs […]

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Air Milford
Air Milford

If you are looking for a unique activity that will help make your experience in Queenstown truly memorable, why not book a Queenstown scenic flight, ride the 32km trail from the Von Hill to Walter Peak, enjoy a delicious BBQ dining at the Walter Peak homestead in a stunning lakeside setting and cruise on board […]

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the picturesque wilderness of southern New Zealand with the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail! This unique trail takes you from the bustling energy of Queenstown to serene agricultural landscapes of Southland, showcasing a range of contrasts.

Cyclists of all levels will be thrilled with the diverse experience offered on this 186km trail, which can be tackled in either direction, starting from Kingston or Walter Peak. Take your time and enjoy the journey at a leisurely pace, it’s an easy trail to conquer!

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time!

Map

A detailed look at the trail and all of the stops along the way.

Planning

Find everything you need for your adventure along the trail.

Supplies

There are several stops along the way for supplies.

Accommodation

From camping to motel to luxury stays, find all you need here.

Camping

Prepare to pitch your tent amidst picturesque campsites.

Eat and drink

The fuel to keep you pedalling, we’ve got it covered.

Bike hire

The most important piece of equipment, hire available here.

Things to do

There is plenty to explore off the proverbial beaten track.

Tour operators

We partner with the best of the best and have everything covered.

Transport providers

Assistance with getting yourself from one point to another.