HELIBIKE NELSON
There is no better place in the world to experience the exhilaration and thrill of mountain biking than the South Island of New Zealand . There are thousands of kilometres of trails to explore – from lush native forests to exposed high altitude alpine environments . Routes range from 1-2hrs suitable for beginners and families right up to week long double black diamond back country adventures that attract the best riders from around the globe .
Helibike Nelson is a New Zealand adventure company that takes mountain biking to a whole new level . Their adventurous mountain bike rides include single and multi-day trips all around the top of the South Island .
The best bit about exploring NZ with Helibike Nelson is that they will transport you to the top of the mountain , by helicopter or 4WD , leaving you to enjoy the thrill – coming down !
Their relaxed , fun tours are led by experienced professional guides who each bring their own unique personality to these adventures . They keep their groups small to ensure each ride is the best ride of your life . They take care of the logistics , health and safety requirements and bike hire - all you have to do is book , and show up !
Helibike Nelson ’ s guides know the rides and destinations intimately . They have chosen and developed a range of rides and adventures that is unrivalled , and each is unique in its character .
The tours take you to places few have been , and to trails that will blow your mind .
The Old Ghost Road is an 85km epic single track trail traversing some of the world ’ s most spectacular alpine terrain . Starting with a scenic Helicopter flight courtesy of Reid Helicopters Nelson , the journey heads from Nelson , across the remote and awe inspiring peaks of the Kahurangi National Park , and on through to Ghost Lake Hut at the top of Old Ghost Road .
During the flight you will pass over scenery from the Lord of the Rings films on top of Mount Owen as you head through some of New Zealand ’ s most remote and interesting landscapes . The marble mountains and lush native forests will have you captivated , and the deep lush native forest down to Lyell Saddle Hut is mesmerising . The 18 kilometre downhill section is littered with mining relics from a century ago , that lead you to the Lyell Campsite at sunset .
Helibike Nelson ’ s choice of Reid Helicopters for Heli flights is based on it being a locally owned and operated helicopter company and Nelson ’ s leading provider of commercial flight services . With three generations of experience operating helicopters in Nelson and the surrounding national parks , there ’ s no more knowledgeable or safer team to fly with . Helibike Nelson is committed to minimising its impact on the environment and their team has taken the time to research how their actions can positively benefit the environments and eco-systems their tours pass through .
If you want a memory of a lifetime from your trip to New Zealand book a helibike adventure with Helibike Nelson . www . helibikenelson . co . nz