Alps 2 Ocean (A2O) — BeSpoke Bike Tours Lake Tekapo Alps to Ocean, flying from Mount Cook to Tasman Point to begin the journey.
We support the breathtakingly beautiful alpine stages of the Alps 2 Ocean (A2O) journey between Tekapo and Omarama. In three days, you can complete three alpine stages.
Day one; 54km - begin your ride from Tekapo and cruise the canals to Twizel taking in the stunning Lake Pukaki shoreline trail en route.
Day two; 38km - Twizel to Lake Ohau Lodge. Or, 45km to Lake Ohau Quarters.
Day three; 41km - Lake Ohau Lodge to Omarama ; fitness and skill is considered intermediate for stage three. For all stages of this journey, a reasonable standard of fitness is required as distances, wind and heat may factor into the enjoyment factor.
Bike hire is $50.00/bike/day, includes pannier rack, bags, and helmet.
The shuttle service between Tekapo and Omarama, or Tekapo and Lake Ohau including Lake Ohau Lodge and Lake Ohau Quarters is $160.00 per group. Food and accommodation is extra. This is arranged by us, or you - as you prefer. A2O accommodation providers do attractive, reasonably priced package deals for cyclists that includes dinner, bed, breakfast, and a packed lunch (on request).
We can support the A2O stage from Omarama to Oamaru. Please send your requirements so we can make those tour arrangements.
For a fantastic four or five day tour we suggest a slight variation to the A2O route but you will still be largely on the A2O trail.
Day one; 21km - Tekapo to Braemar Station via Braemar Road or continue up to Mount Cook Station. Both options give you a farm stay experience and stunning views.
Day two; 42km - Hayman Road following the lake Pukaki shoreline to the Pukaki Visitor Centre then across the Pukaki Flats to Twizel. Take in some non-cycling activities such as a biplane flight over the Alps from the Pukaki airport.
Day three: 38km - Twizel to Ohau staying at Lake Ohau Lodge or 45kms to Lake Ohau Quarters which is well worth the effort! Lake Ohau Quarters will spoil you with a hot tub.
Day four: Ohau to Omarama - 41km from Lake Ohau Lodge, or 48km from Lake Ohau Quarters.
You can complete this journey over four or five days. Some people take a rest day at Ohau. Five days is optimal so you get some relaxation time. Enjoy another well-earned soak in a hot tub at the Omarama Hot Tubs, or an adventurous glider flight at the end of your journey.