Stride & Ride Combo
(“Hike Only” option now available)
Due to the Coastal Walkway closure we are able to offer the following revised services:-
Stride & Ride Combo - The hiking section has been rerouted to a 3 kilometre farm walk and the 3 kilometre Muriwai Walk - both coastal with amazing views in a similar location to the Walkway itself. If you want to join us for the 6km “hike only” option then please email or tick the hike only option on the booking form. The bike back option distance has reduced slightly to 30 kms.
Port Jackson Shuttle - The only thing that has changed with this is the departure time has been brought forward to 9am.
Shuttle departs Colville 9am
Self-guided farm walk of 3kms and coastal walk of 3kms over the Muriwai Walk
Scenic Cycle of 30kms on a quiet gravel road back to Colville (optional)
What better way to explore the Northern Coromandel
Bring Your Own Bike or Hire Ours
Please book online or phone/email ahead as our office is not always attended.
With the popularity of biking taking off around the country, we have decided to add the option to bike back from Port Jackson to Colville after completion of 6kms of coastal hiking. The return bike trip to Colville is optional and travels over a quiet gravel road beside the beautiful Hauraki Gulf. It means you get to spend more time in the fresh open air, exploring at your leisure. You may however prefer to pass on the bike ride and are more than welcome to shuttle back in the van.
Explore the Northern Coromandel
The day starts in Colville and runs up the western coastline on Port Jackson Road to Fletcher Bay.
6kms hiking available between Fletcher Bay and Port Jackson.
30kms of biking back along the Port Jackson Road to Colville on a ride that has received some great reviews OR
enjoy an air conditioned, relaxing drive back in the shuttle.
Stride & Ride Options from Colville - Hire One of Our Bikes or Bring Your Own (BYO) Bike
The day is in two parts with a six kilometre coastal walk over a large scale drystock farm and the Muriwai Walk
Part One: This adventure starts and finishes in the small village of Colville (an easy 30 minute drive, on tarseal, north of Coromandel Town). Our shuttle travels via narrow, winding, backcountry roads to the remote location of Fletcher Bay.
Around 10.30am we Fletcher Bay, reach the start of the coastal farm walk.
Farm Walk 3kms
Fletcher Bay is the start of the 3km farm walk over a large scale coastal farm with amazing seaviews across the Colville Channel to Great Barrier & Beyond. In the distance you will also spy Sugarloaf Rock, Squaretop Island and our very own version of the Pinnacles.
The Muriwai Walk - 3kms
With stunning views across to Port Jackson and over the sea to Great Barrier it really is a very special location. There are a few steps to encounter a long the way but overall this is an easy going walk that can be enjoyed by a large array of hikers. The Muriwai Walk really is an amazing experience for the senses and is also located at the tip of the Northern Coromandel.
Port Jackson - The start of the 30kms bike ride.
A great place for a pitstop for lunch and even a quick swim before starting the bike phase of the journey around 1pm.
OR you are most welcome to forgo the bike ride and travel the trip back to Colville in the shuttle.
Part 2: Now let’s not forget the bike ride!
The bike section of up to 30 kilometres, passes over a quiet, gravel road, at times narrow and winding, but offering some great riding for several months of the year. The dreamy ride under the towering pohutukawa, beside the beautiful Hauraki Gulf, has received some great reviews. The sea is often only metres away and there is always the chance you’ll see orca and dolphins swimming close to the shore.
Let’s Talk Fitness, Road Surfaces and Elevations
The ride distance 30kms.
To get the best out of your day you will need to be moderately fit.
The ride is on a gravel road, albeit quiet, so please ensure you are confident in these conditions.
The afternoon is yours to explore at your will in the fresh, open sea air, all the while knowing, support is never far away. So...... why not get your family or group together and let us help you explore the outdoors. Perhaps make a weekend of it and stay a couple of nights at Susannah’s Farm Cottage. Hereford N a Pickle is a lovely local cafe supplying brunch and lunch, pickles and farm raised hereford meat plus delicious real fruit icecreams.
We have had close to 2,000 guests complete this ride now aged from 20 years old to 80 years. The smile on their faces at the end of the ride tells it all.
Good morning,
We had such a fabulous time yesterday….even though it was a wee bit hot ha ha.
Please thank Gavin for us, he was so wonderful, so knowledgeable, and so lovely to take us up the first few hills, as we were so overheated a bit from the hike.
The bike ride was so much fun and soooooo gorgeous. And the delicious brownie really helped get us going ha ha .
Thank you so much again
Penny
Rates - minimum numbers apply:-
Hire Electric Touring Bike or Step Through eBike ex Colville $195.00pp
Hire Standard MTB ex Colville $185.00pp
BYO Bike ex Colville $175.00pp
Hike Only Option $175.00pp
Please inquire for group bookings. New pricing applies from 1 October 2026.
Top Tip #1 - Hire Vehicles
If you decide to drive the roads north of Colville it may pay to check your rental car terms and conditions. Over 50% of hire companies forbid their vehicles from being driven on the gravel roads north of Colville. So as not to miss this spectacular part of NZ, consider taking a tour with us.
Top Tip #2 : Photo Spot
Don’t miss this……halfway between Fletcher Bay and Port Jackson. Perfect place to create those photo memories.
Do you know of somewhere to stay in Colville?
Yes, right across the road from the departure point is Susannah’s, a delightful villa perfectly set up for our travellers.
Starts and Finishes: Colville: Departs 9.00 am from our Colville property at 76 Wharf Road, Colville. Check-in 10 minutes prior to departure. Returns anytime from 5 to 6.30 pm. Colville is 26 kilometres or approximately 30 minutes from Coromandel Town over a tarsealed section of inland and coast road.
Availability: Closed Tuesdays and some Fridays. Closed for a short break over Christmas period.
Summer Traffic: From Christmas Eve to mid-January we do not offer our Stride & Ride Combo. Unfortunately Port Jackson Road is too congested at that time of the year with holidaymakers.
Rates expire 31 May 2026 (Please inquire for group bookings):-
Hire Electric Touring Bike or Step Through Bike ex Colville $195.00pp
Hire Standard MTB ex Colville $185.00pp
BYO Bike ex Colville $175.00pp
Hike Only Option $175.00pp
Carparking: Off road parking available, down the drive to the left.
Fitness Level: Average fitness levels are recommended as is confidence to ride on a gravel road for 38kms.
Track Condition: Some areas of the Coastal Walkway are narrow and care is required.
Rental Cars: Please check your policy are there maybe insurance exclusions if driven on roads north of Colville.
Please Bring: sturdy walking shoes, lunch, snacks, water, sun protection, insect repellent, swimsuit and towel. Our weather can be changeable so it is also advisable to carry a warm layer and a rain jacket. Top-up water supplies available in the van. Oh and don't forget your camera.
We supply: hi vis vest, helmets, directions and a pannier.
Bookings are essential. We can help also out with accommodation options and flexible weekend packages.
