West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond

The West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond tour features the 130km West Coast Wilderness Trail as well as the new Kawatiri Coastal Trail around the stunning Cape Foulwind coast that Pure Trails have put together that showcase the South Island’s dramatic upper West Coast region, with 200km of cycling in total.

This trip takes in the upper west coast featuring lots of additional sightseeing at places of geological and historical interest. It is a great trip for those wanting to get off the tourist trail and see the wild west coast, as well as enjoying some great West Coast cycle trails along the way.

The 200km West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond tour features 10% cycling on gravel roads, and 90% cycling on a purpose built gravel cycle trails. Overall the riding is rated Grade 1.

West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond Tour Highlights:
Cycle the West Coast Wilderness Trail, featuring native forest and wild coastline
Climb to the treetops and admire the forest from above at the Treetop Walkway
Visit the spectacular Hokitika Gorge
Enjoy cycling the stunning wild coastline on the new Kawatiri Coastal Trail
Learn the gold mining, logging and farming history of our early pioneers
Explore the small towns of Punakaiki, Charleston & Westport