Getting Here
- Driving by car from Auckland to Opua/Paihia – approximately 3 hours – direct along East Coast to Opua at the start of the track
- Alternatively you can take the less-travelled Kauri Coast route via the Hokianga on the way there or back
- Book a coach – about 5 hours to Opua
- Fly – flight time 45minutes – Auckland to Kerikeri Airport
- Distance from Kerikeri airport to Cycle Trail Towns
- 27km from Kaikohe
- 16km from Okaihau
- 23km from Paihia
- 28km to Opua
- 39km to Horeke
Options To Base Yourself
- There are several places you can base yourself
- Kaikohe is the highest point and halfway location for the cycle trail. You can then ride to each coast (Opua or Horeke)
- There is accommodation along the trail or you can base yourself in one of busier towns like Paihia where there is plenty of accommodation
- If travelling in a large group there is the option of marae stays
Ferry Service
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Passenger and Cycle ferry service between Horeke and Kohukohu and Rawene.
Running passengers with or without bikes between Horeke – Kohukohu – Rawene
Price per leg
- Horeke – Kohukohu – $35
- Horeke – Rawene – $50
- Rawene – Kohukohu – $40
or other way round!
You must call to book your transfer – 0226443599
