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Kookaburra ridge quad bike tours.

Scenic countryside, with an adrenalin rush guaranteed. Tours are 90 minutes in duration, inclusive of rider induction and safety briefing. Quad bikes are fully automatic and very easy to operate, semi-autos are also available. No riding experience is necessary, and no drivers licence is required. You will be guided through the riding and safety inductions, then once you feel comfortable you will be off on your Tassie bush adventure. All safety equipment, wet weather gear and refreshments is provided. Daily session times: 10am – 1pm and 3:30pm Open all year round in all weather.


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Annual arts festival.

While elsewhere in Tasmania people are tucking up by the fire and going into winter hibernation, North East Tasmania comes alive to celebrate and showcase local arts and crafts annually on the June long weekend.

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One hour quad bike adventure tour, port stephens, new south wales, quad bike adventure.

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Worimi Sand Dunes

What to expect

Live the adventure! Sand Dune Adventures promises you a quad bike riding experience like no other. We are the only tour company that has access to the highest sand dunes on Stockton Beach. No experience is necessary - No licence is required. All of the Sand Dune adventures quad bike tours are tailored to meet the needs and experience of the customers. So if it is flat out or cruising we have the adventure for you. We provide 1 guide per 5 people so most groups have two guides, one out the front leading you around and one as a tail end to make sure no one gets left behind. You leave our staging area and ride over our maintained tracks through coastal grassland and scrub to get to the dunes. The guide will then take you over more and more challenging sand dunes, up and down. The large sand dunes can be from 40-100 feet high. Clear and simple hand signals are demonstrated and provided by the lead guide. Clients are provided with a riding helmet and hi-Vis safety vest.

What is included

The one hour quad bike Tour departs daily: 9.30am, 11am, 1pm and 2.30pm. Please click the Book Now button for availability and current pricing. Open every day except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. **BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING WE JUST WANT YOU TO BE AWARE THAT WE WILL BE CHECKING PHOTO ID WITH POSTCODES WHEN YOU ARRIVE FOR CHECK IN DUE TO AN INCREASED COVID-19 IN SYDNEY HOTSPOTS. TEMPERATURE WILL BE TESTED ON ARRIVAL. IF YOU ARE DEEMED TO BE IN A HOTSPOT POSTCODE YOU WONT BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR TOURS. IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS PLEASE CONTACT US. Only suitable for adults over 16 years Cost Includes: 1 hour quad bike tour All equipment – quad bike, riding helmet and hi-Vis safety vest Safety briefing and Instructions Riding safely from bush to beach Experienced guide/s Features: 400cc quad bikes Sand dunes can be 40-100feet high 2 seater quad bike available on request Safety and Instructions: No Experience Necessary Clear and simple hand signals are demonstrated and provided by the lead guide. Clients are provided with a riding helmet and hi-Vis safety vest. All quad bike tours are conducted in a tag-a-long (single file) format, with each rider instructed to leave a safe distance (5-10m) between themselves and the bike in front. Clients are instructed to stay in the riding line (tracks) of the person in front of them and not to veer off on their own track or ride erratically (no overtaking and no side by side riding). You must acknowledge that if during the quad bike ride session I continue to ride unsafely and/or I ignore the Tour Guide’s directives after being warned once, then on the following breach, my riding group and I will be guided immediate back to the carpark where my ride session will be immediately terminated with no refund. Doubling on the 2 seater quad bikes: Please be advised you will be at the back of the tour and will be going at a slow pace for safety. If you choose a time that the 2 seater quad bikes are already booked you will need to change to another time. Ring the office before booking online to check on the tours.

Meeting point

Murrook Cultural Centre. 2163 Nelson Bay Rd, Williamtown, Port Stephens, NSW. Arrive 30 minutes prior to your schedule tour departure time.

What to bring

• Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals) – as we traverse through a bush track then onto the sand dune we would not like a stick or something else coming up and accidentally cutting your foot or leg
• Long pants – the motor can get very hot and would protect your leg from getting burnt
• Sunglasses – Stockton beach has white sand and can get very glary on your eyes as you are riding along.
• Sunscreen – We would not like you to get sunburnt.
• Camera – Great shots on the sand dunes the tour guides will stop onto of one of the highest dunes and take your picture for you
• A spirit for fun and adventure
• Dress warmer for winter months
• We still go in the rain so please bring wet weather gear or change of clothes if there is a possibility of it raining.

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Sand Dune Adventures

Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council own and operate Sand Dune Adventures (SDA). We work closely with them to ensure we are preserving the stories, culture and heritage of our lands in all that we do.

We want to share the Worimi story with as many people as possible. SDA does this by providing you an outstanding Indigenous tourism experience. This is how we extend the life of Worimi stories. It helps to connect Australians and international visitors with our country.

SDA provides you with exclusive access to Aboriginal land. This gives you a ‘hands-on’ interactive insight into the richness of our culture and heritage. Culture combined with the exhilaration of riding a 400cc Quad Bike through our amazing cultural landscape. You experience this on the largest coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.

Our aim is to share our knowledge with you and hopefully foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the significance of the sand dunes. We do this by sharing the history, stories and traditions through a ‘Cultural Lens’.You will hear and learn about our age-old connection to country. You will be exposed to a unique and dynamic hands-on experience that promote our traditional stories.

We support the aspirations of our traditional owners in that: The Worimi continue to walk on this land and make a tremendous contribution. Our desire as Elders is to do all within our power to care for the land, our people and for the environment. This is our commitment to our forefathers.

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Life changing experiences led by First Nations people.

When booking with Welcome to Country you are not only making unforgettable memories, you are empowering First Nations communities.

Your booking helps support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses to grow through e-commerce.

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Guided tours through freycinet national park.

ALL4 delivers the perfect blend of fun and adventure in a truly unique, world class destination.

Located in the seaside town of Coles Bay, ALL4 provides an unforgettable way of experiencing the beauty and wonder of Freycinet National Park. Our vehicles let you explore otherwise inaccessible destinations within the national park.

We are family-friendly, cater for all ability levels, and tours operate all year round.

2-hour ATV Adventure

Enjoy the adventure of riding your own ATV through remote areas of Freycinet National Park or chauffeur friends on our passenger vehicles. Discover Freycinet's magical beaches or spectacular granite cliffs on a fully guided tour.

Half-day ATV Explorer

Explore more of the famous Freycinet National Park. You'll experience the spectacular beauty of Cape Tourville Lighthouse or Bluestone Bay and the crystal waters of South Friendly Beaches as well as a great day of riding.

Groups and Corporate Tours

ALL4's All Terrain Vehicle tours have proved extremely popular with both large and small groups. They can be enjoyed on their own or combined with a range of other activities to provide a truly memorable experience. Let us tailor an adventure for you.

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Quad Biking

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Quad bike tours for everyone

Feel the wind in your hair and admire the scenery as you cruise around on a state-of-the-art quad bike from the likes of Honda, Yamaha or Suzuki. At Adrenaline, you’ll find the best quad biking experiences in Australia. Browse our range and book your next adventure. 

All our experiences are handpicked, so you can expect quad bike trails for all abilities (no previous experience is necessary!), expert instruction and all the gear you need for a great time. And as far as the fleets go, the off-road engineering found at these quad bike hires is second to none. Whether you're riding a 998-cc speed buggy or a 2-stroke racing-style quad, you’ll get to where you want to go in style. 

These full-throttle experiences are suitable for a range of thrill levels, and everyone from kids to adults eager to see sand fly can partake!

For nature lovers, there is some amazing scenery to enjoy, including rides through national parks and rainforests. All these are ready and waiting to be conquered by your quad bike.

Is quad biking worth it?

Whether it’s quad biking Sydney, quad biking Melbourne, or one of the other amazing locations around Australia, these off-road tours are a whole lot of fun. Explore winding, deep bush paths and be amazed as they open up to stunning clearings. Hold on tight as you speed across sandy dunes, sending you bumping and climbing. See incredible wildlife and natural beauty as you go and get to places that you’d really struggle to reach otherwise. These are just some of the reasons why riding a quad bike is much more than your average journey. 

Absolute beginner or experienced rider? We cater for both. You can go quad bike riding with a guide or chart your own course. First-timers are always welcome (every experience comes with a quick primer and safety lesson), as are quad biking veterans looking for a thrill that they just can’t find elsewhere. 

No matter who you are, where you’re coming from or where you’re going, quad biking is an absolute blast. Check out our range and book your next adventure today. 

Where are the best places to go quad biking in Australia?

Adventure lovers can get their quad biking fix at locations across the county. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an experienced rider, here are a few destinations worth exploring: 

Gippsland, Victoria 

Head to stunning Gippsland, Victoria and you’ll travel 300 sprawling acres of off-road tracks on easy-to-use automatic quad bikes. These adventures are easy to reach by car from Melbourne, making them ideal for locals, as well as visitors looking for fun things to do while they’re in the region. 

Kuranda, Cairns, Queensland

Speed demons will be in their element zooming along dirt tracks through the rainforest. These adrenaline pumping quad biking Cairns tours feature creek crossings, mixed terrain and a chance to see this magnificent area of natural beauty up close. You could even combine your quad bike experience as a combo with other must-see Cairns attractions, like the Skyrail or Kuranda Scenic Railway. 

Glenworth Valley, New South Wales

A great way to escape from the hustle and bustle of Sydney is by going quad biking at Glenworth Valley. Hop on one of the many daily quad biking tours taking place in 3,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness at this renowned outdoor adventure destination, conveniently located around an hour’s drive north of Sydney. Expect state-of-the-art quad bikes and a whole lot of fun. 

Kangaroo Island, South Australia

SA locals and visitors alike can go wild (literally) with the awesome quad bike experiences on spectacular Kangaroo Island, off the coast of Adelaide. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, from koalas and kangaroos to sea lions and a range of bird species. The beauty of quad biking Kangaroo Island is you can get to places that are otherwise pretty hard to reach! 

Lancelin, Western Australia 

Take your pick from a quad bike or UTV and tackle the epic terrain that is the Lancelin sand dunes. This great sandy wilderness is an amazing riding experience with plenty of thrills to be had. Watch the pure white sand go flying as you increase speed and twist and turn. You can team these adrenaline rush experiences with the similarly thrilling sandboarding. Slide down slopes angled up to 45 degrees and three storeys high! 

Tasman National Park

Tasmania is now well established as a must-visit destination for adventure lovers, so it's a great spot to get off road and explore. Jump in a Can-am 4x4 ATV, glide effortlessly over the terrain and take in beautiful views of Tasman National Park as you go. Stop off for panoramic views from Cape Surville lookout and keep your eyes open for unique wildlife and vegetation in this unspoilt wilderness. 

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As Australia’s leading adventure experience provider, you can rely on us for very best adrenaline rush activities. Book quad biking with confidence today as all experiences are backed by our Lowest Price Guarantee. Plus, as we’ve mentioned above, we handpick experience providers to make sure we bring you the best things to do across the nation. 

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Hobarts Trikemania Adventure Tours

We have a range of tours to suit a variety of tastes and budgets and can also tailor a custom tour if required, check out our reviews on trip advisor. The most memorable way to experience Hobart!

Looking for something different to experience while you are in hobart.

From a little trip around our amazing city to the majestic views from Mount Wellington/Kunanyi you can experience thrills, scenery and hear some amazing facts along the way.

The 30 Minute Sandy Bay Fun Tour

Travelling through Salamanca, Battery Point and a lovely ride with photos taken looking over the Derwent River. We cruise past some superb architecture and have fun coming back into the City down the main street with a little Royal wave.

Cost is $75 per person with a minimum of 2 people.

The 60 Minute Mt Nelson Scenic Tour

Travel through Salamanca, Battery Point and Sandy Bay. We head into the heart of Sandy Bay checking out some beautiful unique homes one that even has what looks like a turret on top. We proceed to Mt Nelson and the look-out with fabulous views overlooking Hobart and the Derwent River. You will have time here to take photos and enjoy the scenery. This is a super tour for viewing Hobart and the surrounding areas.

Cost is $125 per person. A minimum of 2 people.

A 90 minute version is available. Please ask for details.

The 90 Minute Kingston Beach/Shot Tower Tour

Travel through historic Salamanca and Battery point then winding our way down the old Channel Highway beside the Derwent River to the Shot Tower for a photo. The 2 hour version also includes stopping at the shot tower and time to climb to the top of the tower. We proceed to Kingston Beach for a few photos. We then head back on the Southern Outlet Highway at 100kph into Hobart experiencing great views as we wind back down into Hobart.

Cost is $165 per person. A minimum of 2 people.

A 90 minute version is available. Please ask for details.

The 90 minute Mt Wellington Adventure Tour

Winding up to the top of Mount Wellington/Kunanyi to a total of over 4000 ft ( 1271 mtrs ) to the summit through wonderful Alpine forest. We spend 15 to 20 minutes taking in the views with incredible photo opportunities. We then descend through South Hobart, the City, the dock area and wharfs where the Sydney to Hobart yachts arrive.

Cost is $165 per person. A minimum 2 people.

A 2 hour version of this tour is available. Please ask for details.

Winery Tours

Different Wine tours are also available. The 3, 4 and 6 hour wine tours all begin at 10.00 am or 11am. This is your choice. We proceed to the historic village of Richmond, where you can spend time looking at this beautiful original village which dates back some 200 years. From here we travel to Pooley Wines where you have your first wine tasting. John and his family are brilliant hosts and really know their wines. Other venues also available. We then continue onto our second wine tasting which is  Puddleduck Vineyard being one of my personal favourite boutique vineyards. As an option here if you wish you can enjoy a superb cheese platter. Lots more fun throughout the day. As we travel back on the Highway to Hobart you can be dropped off at your desired destination Hotel etc.

Please contact me for more details about any of these brilliant tours.

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Explore the bush or speed through a paddock on a 4-wheeler quad bike - you're guaranteed to get dirty when you go quad biking. Ride downhill, pushing the bike to the limits just to see how much of a mud splash you can make. Quad biking will be sure to give you the sense of adventure you're seeking.

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Quad bike adventures

Are you looking for an exhilarating way to explore the outdoors? Or maybe you’re up for a thrilling driving experience like no other…. Enter our quad bikes! Imagine speeding through the bush, hurling over sand dunes or leaving a dust trail as you speed off into the distance. RedBalloon offers plenty of amazing quad bike adventures to choose from, making it easier to find the right experience for you whether you’re looking for a package in your local city or whilst travelling.

A quad bike tour is also the perfect gift idea for the thrill-seeker in your life. Whether they are celebrating their birthday, Christmas or any other special occasion, these quad biking adventures are enriching experiences they will always remember. Quad bikes are the perfect experiences to buy for yourself or to gift the adventurous, outdoor lover in your life and luckily with our range of quad bike rides you’ll find something for everyone.

Where to go quad biking?

There are a variety of locations around the country that offer quad bike experiences. These are all available on RedBalloon, making it easier for you to book in your package. You’ll find tours available in NSW, Victoria, Queensland and South Australia. Listed below are some of our favourite places to enjoy quad biking.

Quad biking Port Stephens

Port Stephens is home to plenty of amazing quad bike sand dune tours. You’ll head to Stockton Beach and enjoy an amazing adventure tour with options available for both adults, kids and families. Saddle up, open the throttle and off into the horizon you’ll ride as tour guides lead you cruising across the mountainous, adrenaline-inducing sand dunes. You’ll get to experience some pretty exciting moments on the quad bikes so make sure you take your camera long!

Quad biking Kangaroo Island

There is no better way to explore Kangaroo Island in South Australia than on a quad bike. You’ll find a variety experiences including a quad bike safari, all terrain adventure, guided buggy tour plus more. Jump onto a quad bike and explore the island during your guided tour, whilst keeping your eyes out for the amazing wildlife that inhabit the area including koalas and of course kangaroos!

Quad biking Peats Ridge

There are a few amazing quad bike tours available in Peats Ridge on the NSW Central Coast. Here you will find quad biking and packages that combine this driving experience with horse riding or abseiling. During your Peats Ridge quad biking adventure, you’ll cruise along a fully guided track and trail and take on water crossings before taking on the purpose built quad biking circuit. Experience the Australian bush in an exciting and different way!

If you loved our exhilarating quad biking tours, discover our entire range of driving experiences. There are plenty of action-packed options to choose from including V8 hot laps, classic car hires, go karting, rally driving and so much more. You’ll find the perfect driving activity near you with experiences available across the country.

Tasmania – UnderDownunder

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We can confidently say that no-one has ever done a bike tour of Tasmania like this before.

Australia’s island state of Tasmania is full of contrasts; from white deserted beaches to rugged mountains and rainforests, wild rivers and historic villages. More than 42% of the state is National Park and much of that is World Heritage listed. We will explore Tasmania’s unique flora and fauna and breathtaking natural beauty: Also delve into its European settlement history - plentiful for such a short period and unfortunately, remarkably bloody. We learn about the indigenous people of Tasmania from their descendants - hear their stories of the Dreamtime and see Tasmania through their eyes as it was pre white-settlement.

We will also visit the state’s oldest and newest man-made attractions. The sinister, atmospheric ruins of Port Arthur prison and Sarah Island are intriguing and the recently opened Museum of old and new art - MONA - is a sensational collection as well as architecturally fascinating. Some have suggested it could be the best museum in the world!

In 2020 we have made 2 major improvements to the tour incorporating the option to climb Jacob's Ladder (see gallery below), Tasmania's epic and rugged switchback climb and a sea cruise to World Heritage listed Gordon River and convict island prison Sarah Island.

Come make the most of a year where overseas travel has been impossible, support Australian tourism and ride in Australia's premier cycling location.

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Sam is the founder of Bike Odyssey. His original trade was as a Roman archaeologist for the British Museum, London before cycling historical trails to create documentaries for the BBC. Living in Berry, Australia he loves guiding our local Tasmanian Odyssey!

Hobart-> Cradle Mountain -> Launceston -> Freycinet -> Hobart

• Departing Hobart, ride up into the highlands and past button grass plains, highland lakes and through magnificent temperate rainforests into the Southwest World Heritage Area. (2021 only)
• Roll from Lake St Clair to the rugged west coast along a ribbon of road rated by Lonely Planet as one of the world's best rides. (2021 only)
• Enjoy a cruise to Hell's Gate, Gordon River and Sarah Island in the wilds of Tasmania only accessible by boat. (2021 only)
• Beautiful Cradle Mountain, our 2020 tour's starting location and Tasmania’s most well-known and best-loved peak and get up close to some of Tasmania’s native wildlife, including Tasmanian Devils.
• Enjoy quiet country roads that wend their way through peaceful valleys and along the Tamar River wine region, including perhaps Tasmania’s most popular cycling route.
• Traverse the sparsely populated northeast, with the option to take on Tasmania’s iconic gravel climb - Jacob’s Ladder - before rolling on to the magical Bay of Fires.
• Revel in the unique Tasmanian east coast experience, cruising past glittering white beaches, dropping into wineries and exploring wonderful Freycinet National Park.
• Visit World Heritage listed Port Arthur, Australia’s best-preserved, most infamous and largest penal colony.
• Delight in the cycling on Bruny Island, home to Get Shucked Oysters, the Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Company and more gorgeous riding terrain spinning along the water's edge.
• Finish in Hobart, the state capital. A vibrant city with a great restaurant scene, a world class symphony orchestra, beautiful botanical gardens and MONA - arguably the world’s best modern art gallery beating New York's MoMA and London's Tate Modern in the Lonely Planet's Ultimate Travelist.

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• These prices are twin share. If you choose to have your own room, a single supplement of 135 AUD per night is applicable. This is calculated solely on the difference between single and double room costs.

Doug Bruce,  pictured here with wife Dianne at the top of kunanyi (Mt Wellington),  wrote a fantastic blog on the Tasmanian Odyssey in 2019.

The blog covers both his Tasmanian and Lionheart Odysseys. You can  read it here.

A tour with stunning scenery whether it be the rugged Australian bush or crystal clear oceans where we listen to the sea and have an aperitif while experiencing the best sunsets. Here are some of the places where we will stay...

Tasmania is a verdant, green island of fertile soils. Pure rainfall from the cleanest air on Earth and the clear waters of the Tasman Sea and Southern Ocean are the elements that combine to create Tasmania’s wonderful fresh, natural produce and acclaimed cool-climate wines.

Each region of the island has its specialities – fresh seafood from cold and clean West Coast waters, wholesome farm and dairy produce from North West fields, full-bodied reds and delicate whites from grapes ripened in the East Coast vineyards, and apple, pear and cherry orchards abound in the Huon Valley south of Hobart.

Aboriginal people have lived in Tasmania for around 40,000 years. Having travelled from the mainland while the lands were joined during the last ice age. Around 12,000 years ago, the sea level rose as the ice melted and Tasmania became isolated from the mainland of Australia. Survival in this changing landscape was challenging and dependent upon the ability to harvest both aquatic resources, such as seals and shellfish, and terrestrial flora and fauna, such as fern roots and wallabies. Aboriginal people developed water crafts and their rich and dynamic culture continued despite the adverse climatic conditions.

The first European to see Tasmania was Abel Tasman in 1642. Captain Cook reached Tasmania in 1777, then in 1798 Matthew Flinders became the first person to circumnavigate the island.

Read more about the history of Tasmania

The relationship between the settling Europeans and Indigenous Tasmanians had a terrible beginning in 1804 with the ‘battle’ of Risdon Cove, when soldiers fired upon Indigenous Tasmanians.

Many more were killed in the ensuing years, especially during the ‘Black War’ of the 1820s, in attempts to clear them off the land the Europeans wanted to settle on.

Meanwhile, many indigenous Tasmanians died of diseases introduced by the settling Europeans. The Governor of Tasmania from 1824 to 1837, George Arthur, declared martial law hoping to end the warfare. In 1830 he ordered all able-bodied white men to form a line across Tasmania and sweep across it forcing all the remaining Indigenous Tasmanians onto the Tasman Peninsula. However, this move, known as the Black Line, failed miserably. Eventually, a preacher named George Robinson agreed to try and persuade the remaining indigenous people (only around 300 in total by this stage!) to go to a reservation on Flinders Island. The surviving people did agree to go there. However, they continued to die of disease and in 1847 the few survivors were allowed back onto mainland Tasmania.

Significantly, the first penal settlement in Tasmania was founded in 1822 and in 1825 Van Diemen’s land was recognised as a colony in its own right, separate from the rest of Australia.

In 1842 Hobart was made a city and an important shipbuilding industry grew. Convicts continued to arrive and transportation only ended in 1852. In 1856, to avoid the unsavoury connections with its penal history, the name of the colony was changed from Van Diemen’s Land to Tasmania.

In 1898 Tasmanians voted in a referendum to join with the rest of Australia, thus the Commonwealth of Australia was formed in 1901. Today the population of Tasmania is 515,000.

Kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, wombats, platypi, Tasmanian devils...travelling through the Tasmanian World Heritage Area will give you an excellent chance to see all of these amazing animals and more. Walking along the paths and cycling the roads you will definitely come across the bigger marsupials - the more elusive platypus we will hopefully catch at Lake St Clair and the endangered Tasmanian devils we will definitely see at Cradle Mountain.

As a mature global travel and somewhat novice road cyclist I participated in the march2024 Tasmanian Down under trip having spent a few months in training for this  cycling Marathon . The organisers magnificently curate a route and food and hotel suppliers that are world class! Their support team of a bicycle mechanic and masseuse compliment a sublimely curated experience delivering an amazing physically arduous experience which cultivates amazing hunger and weariness . Incredible preplanning ensures every detail prior is considered and as an adventure package experience this is as good as it gets .Cycling is anything but a casual undertaking and technical care is exceeded by the very genuine care and concern that Isabel and her team show every guest ! As a first time guest and world weary traveller ; I wish Odyssey every ongoing success in delivering world class adventure.

Great support, great organisation, great fun, great Sam, great everything!!!

Fantastic personalised service & continuous attention to the needs of a diverse group of clients.

We rode on the Bike Odyssey Under Downunder Tasmanian tour in February/March 2021. The tour was essentially a push-bike circumnavigation (more or less) of Tasmania over 3 weeks. It was fully supported with accommodation at some of Tasmania’s top hotels and a smattering of more modest accommodation at some more remote locations. Restaurants ranged from excellent fine dining to pubs with great food, again depending on the location. The guides Sam and Issy and the masseuse, Sarah couldn’t do enough for us to help make our experience a fabulous one. They were always encouraging when it came to the big hills. Always honest when they felt the weather or conditions were against us. And Sarah was always there to make sure the sore hard-working bodies stayed in good order. Whilst by no means the cheapest bike riding experience holiday I believe that you get what you pay for and this is a perfect example of that. I will continue to choose Bike Odyssey.

This was a great ride. It rained on the first morning, so we waited that out. And it rained on the departure day, which was irrelevant. Apart from that, it was cold generally and windy, but those discomforts were more than made up for by the scenery, food and wine. This was a hard ride — consistently, days had 1000 or more metres of climbing [with the option of more!] and an average of 100 km of rolling terrain — but thoroughly enjoyable. Sam was an attentive and skilful jack-of-all trades and Isabel was an energetic and enthusiastic presence at all times. Between them, they served up a varied and wonderful smorgasbord of hotels, meals and drinks. They consistently accommodated the varied and idiosyncratic requests of the touring group.  The riding group consisted of people with varied life experiences and opinions, which made for interesting conversations over dinner.

A really relaxing well organised and enjoyable trip. Sam and Isi were enthusiastic, supportive and very personable tour leaders. Would heartily recommend Bike Odyssey trips.

Our recent Bike Odyssey tour of Tasmania from Hobart to Launceston was a magical experience. The organization by Isabella and Sam was impeccable and the expertise in cycling – Chris an inspiration! – and tour co-ordination evident and so professional. The routes chosen were ideal to challenge and offer wonderful views of the countryside at the same time. As a couple we were able to enjoy a cycling holiday together for the first time. Liz on an e-bike and Bill on his own roadbike brought from Brisbane. The accommodation venues arranged were all of a high quality and we certainly appreciated the remedial massages with Sarah! We look forward to joining many future adventures with the amazing Bike Odyssey team!!

Great week of riding and guide support. Well structured itinerary with some great stops along the way (winery, cheese factory, fish shop, famous pub etc). Suitable focus on “where is the next coffee” and great picnics. Sam and Isabel do a great job of making the journey a pleasure.

THE way to see Tasmania! We were blessed with two weeks of wonderful weather, but this must be the best way to see Tasmania! Riding pace to get around and fabulous food and accommodation to keep you fresh. I absolutely loved it, including the challenges like climbing kunyani/Mt Wellington and Jacob’s Ladder at Ben Lomond. Isabel and Sam were fantastic guides/hosts and the routes were well researched. Can’t wait to do another Bike Odyssey!

Outstanding support & customer service Tassie Down Under was my first Bike Odyssey and I couldn’t have been more thrilled with how it all went! Sam and Isabel leave nothing to chance, they are super organized and extremely accommodating to the varying needs of each person on tour. The support they gave us both on and off the bike was absolutely outstanding. The accommodation was high end and the meals were incredible. I’m already planning my next Bike Odyssey and it won’t be my last!

A great trip all around; beautiful Tasmania countryside, well organized, excellent communication, helpful leaders (Cam for President), outstanding restaurants and mostly top-quality hotels. I especially appreciate Sam driving us two hours to the airport due to our leaving the trip early. Very kind of him. I would eliminate Hawley House next time. Our room was in the back, smelled like dogs and the mattress was so soft and uncomfortable that I opted to sleep on the floor. The food there was excellent though. Otherwise, a challenging, gratifying and memorable trip.

First tour was Tassie. Had a great time. Looking forward to doing Morocco in 2021

Everything was done exceptionally well – from the amazing route and scenery, the scrumptious picnic lunches, the fantastic accommodation and first class evening meals.The relaxed, yet organized atmosphere that Sam and Cam created among all the riders was the cherry on the cake. This was my first tour with Bike Odyssey and I give them the highest of recommendations.

An excellent experience from the first enquiry to the last day of the holiday. The routes, accommodations, picnics and the support on the road were all excellent throughout the trip. The routes well thought out and the bike I hired from them was excellent.

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