Cycle tour around this beautiful part of the world
Experience a quieter and undiscovered region of NZ
Cycle the famous Forgotten World Highway to the equally infamous Republic of Whangamomona

Mt Taranaki & The Forgotten World

Duration
5 days
Site savings
$21
From
$2,033 USD

A hidden gem on the Western flank of New Zealand's North Island, Taranaki is often overlooked because of its remoteness, but that's the reason to visit! The region is dominated by Mt Taranaki, a dormant volcano with its near-perfect cone and the second highest mountain in the North Island. The mountain reigns supreme over Egmont National Park, a area of diverse vegetation, lush waterfalls, rainforests, and mossy swamps that has developed in an environment of frequent volcanic activity.

  • Category
    Road Cycling
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Mixed
  • Distance
    183.9 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    36.7 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts in Taupo, in the middle of the North Island - you'll be picked up from a central location there on day 1.

    The tour ends in New Plymouth where you can be dropped either back in the central city or at the airport for an early evening flight.

  • How long is the tour? How many cycling days?

    The tour is 5 days long with all days being cycling days.

  • What's the tour like?

    The trip is graded moderate. You will need a good level of fitness and 2-3 hours of cycling three times a week for the three months leading up to your trip is suggested. You will need to be able to cycle 50-60km each day for the Standard itinerary, and as much as 90km on the longest day of the Avid itinerary. The on-road sections will have low to moderate traffic levels on back roads. Riders need to be confident riding with some traffic. E-bikes are suitable if ridden appropriately and battery life is managed (i.e. not on turbo the whole time, and in the correct chain ring for climbing hills). The tour is fully supported and if at any stage you feel like having a rest from cycling you will be able to ride in the support vehicle.


  • Who will lead the group?

    The guides are one of the operator's biggest assets. They pride themselves with the standard and quality of these great people who you will be spending your holiday with. They come from all walks of life but they all have a common desire to give you the best possible experience, heaps of fun and lots of fond memories to take home with you. You'll be provided with the services of two guides for many of the trips, (this may depend on the size of the group). All are certified in first aid and CPR and many are advanced mountain guides.