Mountain Biking the Mangapurua/Bridge to Nowhere Track

“If you only have the chance to do one adventure ride this year, this is the North Island’s best. There are several ways to tackle this ride. We really enjoyed the full round trip.”
Simon, Jonathan and Paul Kennett
 
Part of what will be the Mountain to Sea cycle-way trail this track is a fantastic one or two day trip..

Depending on fitness levels and group size, this track takes between 5 and 7 hours to cycle.
 
We've got a range of options available including transport and accommodation to assist in organising your trip.  With accommodation bases in both Raetihi (Raetihi Holiday Park 0800 40 88 88) and at the river end of the bike trail,
(Bridge to Nowhere Lodge 0800 480 308) and a jet boat transfer service we are able to look after all your transport and accommodation requirements.

Trips arranged through us depart from our base at the Raetihi Holiday Park on SH4 top of the Parapara Scenic Highway.

At the start of the ride you will be given a tour map indicating approximate times, places of interest and historic sites to see. Later that day at a pre determined time, Bridge to Nowhere Tours will meet you at the Mangapurua Landing and transport both you and your bikes back to Pipiriki or the lodge if you wish to stay the night.  Our jet boats have been specially modified to carry your bikes safely!

OPTIONS AND PRICING

Option 1 - Mangapurua two-day package (recommended by the Kennett Brothers)

• We've put together a two day self-guided trip that includes accommodation and transport.  Read more..... 
  Minimum numbers apply and group discounts available

Transport only options
Option 2 – Mangapurua one-day trip – transport option one.

• Leave your car safely parked at Raetihi Holiday Park and along with your bike, catch our shuttle bus to the start of the track.
• At the end of your ride (38kms, approx 3 – 5 hours) meet our jet boat at the Mangapurua Landing and we will jet you and your bike to Pipiriki.
• From Pipiriki you will be transported back to your car at the Raetihi Holiday Park.
  $ 135 per person
  Minimum numbers apply and group discounts available

Option 3 - Mangapurua one-day trip – transport option two.

• Leave your car at Raetihi Holiday Park and ride 40km through back country roads to the start of the track.
  (1.5 – 2.0 hours approx)
• At the end of the track meet the Bridge to Nowhere jet boat at the Mangapurua Landing and we will jet you and your bike to Pipiriki.
• From Pipiriki you will be transported back to your car at Raetihi Holiday Park.
   $ 105 per person
  Minimum numbers apply and group discounts available