Excursion d'une journée complète en vélo électrique dans les gorges de Karangahake (ex Auckland)
Description
Cette visite comprend tout ce dont vous avez besoin pour vivre une expérience fantastique dans les spectaculaires gorges de Karangahake, entre Paeroa et Waihi en Nouvelle-Zélande. Vous recevrez des vélos électriques de qualité supérieure adaptés à vos besoins avant votre sortie. Le déjeuner et les thés du matin et de l'après-midi comprennent un mélange de pâtisseries maison et de collations saines. Tous les transports vers et depuis le sentier sont assurés dans une camionnette de navette moderne et climatisée confortable avec votre guide expérimenté au volant. Cette visite est entièrement prise en charge, vous pouvez donc parcourir la magnifique gorge de Karangahake en toute confiance que l'aide et le soutien ne sont jamais loin. Comprend une balade guidée autour du bord de la fosse historique de la mine Martha Gold à Waihi. Comprend une visite des fours souterrains du musée de l'or de Waikino à Waikino. Inclut une option pour prendre le "Windows Walk" vers les tunnels historiques de la mine d'or de la région. Possibilité de prendre le train historique de Waikino à Waihi (coût supplémentaire)
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Prise en charge en navette climatisée depuis Auckland.
Voyagez à travers la campagne agricole pittoresque de la région de Waikato jusqu'à Waikino.
Promenez-vous autour de l'équipement historique de traitement de l'or et visitez les fours souterrains utilisés pour le traitement du minerai d'or. Le déjeuner est également servi dans le domaine comme un terrain au bord de la rivière à Waikino
Parcourez la deuxième section des gorges de Karangahake de Waikino à Waihi et vice-versa (14 km dans chaque sens). Cette section du sentier est ancrée dans l'histoire de l'époque de la ruée vers l'or et présente de nombreuses caractéristiques intéressantes et des sites panoramiques tout au long du parcours. Votre chariot de soutien R&R sera stratégiquement positionné le long du chemin pour des rafraîchissements et une bouchée de déjeuner à l'un des nombreux points de repos étonnants sur ce sentier. Pour certains sites supplémentaires, un trajet en train historique de 45 minutes est disponible de Waikino à Waihi la plupart des jours de week-end, ainsi qu'une promenade intéressante autour de la fosse de la mine Waihi pour ajouter à votre aventure à cheval.
Participez à une balade guidée autour de la fosse de la mine d'or Martha pour admirer le cratère spectaculaire et le magnifique jardin environnant
Parcourez la section magnifiquement pittoresque et recouverte de buissons de la gorge, y compris le pont ferroviaire historique et le tunnel de 1200 m de long, construit en 1903 pour le train d'or. Admirez la beauté naturelle de la gorge et de sa rivière pendant que vous naviguez sur votre vélo électrique confortable.
Terminez votre balade dans le canton rural emblématique de Paeroa, qui abrite la célèbre boisson gazeuse néo-zélandaise, Lemon and Paeroa
Voyagez à travers l'arrière-pays pittoresque de la Nouvelle-Zélande dans la région de Waikato.
Retour à Auckland vers le lieu de dépôt souhaité par les clients
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Les invités sont pris en charge à partir de leur emplacement souhaité à Auckland et transportés par une navette climatisée jusqu'au départ du sentier à Waikino, dans la région de Waikato. Le temps de trajet jusqu'au sentier est d'environ deux heures depuis Auckland. Le retour après le trajet implique également un trajet de deux heures en navette vers Auckland
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Déconseillé aux femmes enceintes
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes cardiovasculaires
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(17)
A highlight of our trip to New Zealand. We spent a fantastic day cycling with Gordon from R&R Adventures through some truly stunning scenery. We had originally booked the Karangahake Gorge ride, but after a recent landslide Gordon contacted us quickly through Viator and offered several alternative routes. We therefore chose the Te Awa River Ride inatead and it turned out to be an amazing experience. The trail is beautiful, with smooth paths and purpose built boardwalks winding through wetlands, woodland and green farmland, much of it alongside the sparkling Te Awa River. It is easily one of the most scenic bike rides we experienced in New Zealand. There were only two of us on the tour, so Gordon brought his wife and a couple of friends along which made the whole day feel relaxed and personal, like cycling with friends rather than being on a formal tour. We stopped along the way to take photos, enjoy the scenery and refuel with delicious homemade banana loaf and cookies. We covered around thirty miles all in all, finishing at the impressive National Velodrome after riding through Hamilton before heading back to Auckland. Gordon was a brilliant host, friendly, knowledgeable and a clear cycling enthusiast. The hotel pickup and drop off from Auckland made everything easy and stress free too. We chose electric bikes which were excellent and made the ride comfortable while still feeling like a great day of cycling. If you are looking for a scenic cycling tour in New Zealand or a relaxed electric bike adventure in or near Auckland, I highly recommend reaching out to Gordon at R&R.
Thanks Steve, see you on your next adventure to NZ.
Gordon was a great guide. Unfortunately the storms cut our ride short but we enjoyed seeing the countryside and listening to our guide’s knowledge of kiwi life and history. Will definitely book again on our next visit.
Our tour was changed to Te Arua trail due to the recent weather but we really enjoyed the alternative. The bikes are top notch - such comfy saddles, and it was a fantastic way to see the Waikato region. We cycled for 50km and for a lot of the time we saw no one else. If the Te Arua bike trail has been created with some of the NZ visa fee we pay to visit the country I think it’s been a great investment.
The E-bike tour of the gorge was absolutely wonderful. Gordon was so kind and knowledgeable about all things New Zealand! Not only did we learn a lot, we saw gorgeous scenery and got a workout in too! I would recommend this excursion to absolutely anyone seeking a little adventure and wanting to learn more about New Zealand. Cannot say enough good things about this experience!
Thanks Dupree, hope to see you on another one of our tours next time you’re in NZ.
This was really good tour of the gold mining country of the north island. The bikes are in top shape, the scenery is wonderful of the river gorge. Gordon is a bit of an introvert, but he is very nice and has planned the excursion well. Pro tip: Make sure you’re familiar with e-bikes before you go; a couple people on our trip weren’t and had a bit of difficulty during parts of the ride. You’ll have a great time!
A group of five of us have just completed a five day cycle tour with Gordon. I cannot rate it highly enough. Gordon designed the tour especially for us after asking what we would prefer to do. Most of us were not very experienced riders, just doing one cycle trip each year. The bikes were very comfortable and great to ride. The scenery was stunning and there was plenty of opportunities to stop, enjoy the view and take photos etc. The accommodation was excellent and suited our group perfectly. Gordon was very knowledgeable regarding the trails and was able to tailor the tour to our abilities as the tour went on. I can highly recommend Gordon and R and R Adventures. It was a fabulous experience.
Five of us have just an awesome five days cycling trails on the Firth of Thames, through the Karangahake Gorge and along the Waikato River. Fantastic organisation by R & R Adventures with excellent accommodation, catering, and options to suit skill levels and our wishes. Thanks Gordon & Co, it was everything we wanted and more.
Had a great adventure on the last day of our holiday break on an e-bike tour of the #karangahakegorge. Loved riding through the mine tunnel and seeing the mine facilities. Gordon from R&R Adventures contributed his invaluable experience and info to make this such a fun experience.
Glad you enjoyed your adventure with us Jennifer. You'll have to try one of the other great trails in the Waikato the next time you come over.
A must do! A fun enjoyable day. Gordon was professional, informative and cared about our safety. Highly recommended. Thank you I hope we get the chance to do again.
Gordon and his wife are amazing, Gordon leads such an interesting trip, he's very patient with slow riders and the lunch that was included in the trip was fantastic, lovely wraps or rolls you make as you like with home baking, tea, coffee and cold drinks offered. 100% recommend this day trip for anyone wanting to explore the Karangahake Gorge. Thank you so much for an excellent day out.
