Southern Explorer
Biking Package

A taste of the Timber Trail

1 night at lodge and 1 day on southern section of the trail
From $309.75 per person*

The Southern Explorer is a great way to experience the Timber Trail without committing to the full two-day ride.

Catch our evening shuttle into Timber Trail Lodge, enjoy a comfortable night with dinner and breakfast, then ride the 45 km southern section from Piropiro to Ōngarue the following day.

With accommodation, meals, transport and luggage transfer taken care of, you can simply enjoy the ride.

*From price based on two people sharing a double or twin standard room.

Timber Trail packages with accommodation and shuttles.

What's included?

Your accommodation cost includes:

Comfortable accommodation
Dinner and dessert
Continental and cooked breakfast
Packed lunch for your ride

One night package shuttle add-on includes:

Evening shuttle from our transport depot in Ōngarue to the Lodge
Bike transport
Luggage transfer from the Lodge back to Ōngarue
Optional shuttle from Bennett Road to our transport depot
Secure vehicle parking at our transport depot in Ōngarue

Southern Explorer package - Itinerary

Day 1

4.00 pm Arrive at our transport depot in Ōngarue, ready for departure.

4.30 pm Catch our evening shuttle to the Lodge with your luggage and bike.

On arrival, check into your room and settle in. Take time to relax, enjoy a drink from the bar or explore the Rātā Loop Walk from the Lodge.

7.00 pm Dinner is served in the Lodge dining room. Please let us know about any dietary requirements before your stay.

Times may vary. Please check your pre-arrival information for confirmed departure times.

All inclusive bike trail packages on the Timber Trail.

Timber Trail accommodation and shuttles.

Day 2

From 7.00 am, continental breakfast is available, with cooked breakfast from 7.30 am.

Check out of your room and leave your luggage with us for transfer back to Ōngarue.

Depart in your own time to ride the 45 km southern section of the Timber Trail.

The route takes you through tānekaha forest, across the Maramataha Suspension Bridge and onto the historic Ellis and Burnand bush tramway. Continue past old logging camps and through the Ōngarue Spiral before descending towards Bennett Road.

At Bennett Road, take the optional shuttle back to our transport depot in Ōngarue or ride the final couple of kilometres by road.

Please check in with our team when you arrive so we know you are safely off the trail.

To book: Select 1 night accommodation and the Southern Explorer Package Shuttle Add-on

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My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Timber Trail Lodge. The lodge is completely off the grid while still being modern, comfortable and welcoming. The food was outstanding and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend the lodge to those seeking nature and/or adventure getaways!

Natalie R

The whole team went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Great food and endless tea! Accommodation was comfortable. Worked seamlessly with the Timber Trail Shuttles before and after the trip. Thank you!

Lucy - Aug 2021

We were well looked after. The team at the lodge were friendly and knowledgeable. The food was AMAZING and a real highlight for our always-hungry teenage sons. Lovely accommodation. Very informative commentary via Rob and great service from the bike hire/shuttle team. Top it off with stunning scenery and loads of fascinating history. A must do for families

Nikki J - July 2021

Great weekend doing the Timber Trail, 2 nights at the Timber Trail Lodge worked perfectly. Fantastic local knowledge and stories from Rob in the shuttle, Kia Ora Rob! Accommodation is superb, clean and comfortable rooms, great food after a good days MTB riding and a beer or 2 from the bar. Locally owned and operated with great stewardship of local environment and land. Thoroughly recommended!

Rob d - May 2021

Fantastic rooms, beautiful place and very helpful and friendly staff and fantastic food, catered for dairy free with ease and care. Beautiful setting and loved the beanbag on the deck. Loved everything. Thanks team Timber Trail Lodge.

Wendy

Loved this place. Family of 6 adults had a ball. Everything is well organised. Rooms excellent, great food.and a pizza to keep you going after your first days riding. You do need to be fit enough to get there! Go for the full package. It’s worth it.

Drivel K

Great value for money, awesome team looked after us so well. Totally recommend these guys you can not go wrong! Clean, new, licensed, comfortable, outstanding food, all amenities well serviced and no complaints from any of our guys.

Barry

Bike and ebike hire

If you don't have your own bike, you can hire one with your biking package.

We have selected our hire bikes specifically for the Timber Trail, so you'll have a great ride

Bike Hire Options

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