Upper Buller Gorge Travel Guide

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This photo is taken on The Old Ghost Road, an 85km single track mountain bike trail and walking path in the upper South Island of New Zealand. more info here: tinyurl.com/y9m3nkmw Video I made about riding the trail here: tinyurl.com/y7jnk9wl The Old Ghost Road begins at Lyell - near the town of Murchison - and it ends on the West Coast at the small settlement of Seddonville. The Old Ghost Road traverses mountains, deep river gorges, dense forest and rough backcountry. It is remote, exposed, with alpine sections above the treeline. On a clear day, there are incredible views in every direction. The steep, jagged rocks and golden tussocky peaks are spectacular. #southisland #newzealand #oldghostroad #mountainbike #bikepacking #biketrail #forest #bush
This photo is taken on The Old Ghost Road, an 85km single track mountain bike trail and walking path in the upper South Island of New Zealand. more info here: tinyurl.com/y9m3nkmw Video I made about riding the trail here: tinyurl.com/y7jnk9wl The Old Ghost Road begins at Lyell - near the town of Murchison - and it ends on the West Coast at the small settlement of Seddonville. The Old Ghost Road traverses mountains, deep river gorges, dense forest and rough backcountry. It is remote, exposed, with alpine sections above the treeline. On a clear day, there are incredible views in every direction. The steep, jagged rocks and golden tussocky peaks are spectacular. #southisland #newzealand #oldghostroad #mountainbike #bikepacking #biketrail #forest #bush
I rode a solo four-day (most do in three) 87km remote mountain bike off-road trail in the South Island called The Old Ghost Road (one of the The New Zealand Cycle Trail great rides). More info here: https://tinyurl.com/y9m3nkmw Video I made here: https://tinyurl.com/y7jnk9wl My mountain biking skills are at best average and parts of this trail are ‘grade 5’ which is the hardest and supposed to be for experts only, something which I am definitely not. One mistake and you can end up at the bottom of a cliff, or alternately collapsed after the exertion of grinding up a long and steep mountain. I did meet a few other bikers up there who had had gnarly crashes, including one guy with a badly broken nose. But I survived unscathed and had an incredible trip, beautiful wild mountain and rugged remote countryside. The Old Ghost Road begins at Lyell - near the town of Murchison - and it ends on the West Coast at the small settlement of Seddonville. The Old Ghost Road traverses mountains, deep river gorges, dense forest and rough backcountry. It is remote, exposed, with alpine sections above the treeline. On a clear day, there are incredible views in every direction. The steep, jagged rocks and golden tussocky peaks are spectacular. #southisland #newzealand #oldghostroad #mountainbike #bikepacking #biketrail #mountains #adventure

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Westport Holiday Park And Motels

Westport Holiday Park And Motels

3 out of 5
31-37 Domett St Westport
Stay at this family-friendly holiday park in Westport. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Solid Energy Centre and Miner's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (196 reviews)
This was a great little park to stay at. Cabin was very cute, beds,were comfortable. I really loved how you had your own cutlery and crockery and tea towel. Clean amenities.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

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Grand Suites Murchison

Grand Suites Murchison

5 out of 5
99 Waller St Murchison Tasman
Stay at this motel in Murchison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boer War Memorial and Murchison Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Clean unit with all the amenities needed. Superb spa bath. Lovely, helpful staff. Friendly yet vety professional. Thank you.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

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Mataki Motels

Mataki Motels

3 out of 5
34 Hotham Street Murchison
The price is £74 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£74
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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Stay at this ski hotel in Murchison. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Murchison Museum and Boer War Memorial ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (172 reviews)
The staff, room and facilities were good.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

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Kiwiana Gem to enjoy in Reefton

Kiwiana Gem to enjoy in Reefton

Reefton New Zealand
Stay at this holiday home in Reefton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Reefton Racecourse and Blacks Point Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
This was an excellent option for accommodating 7 of us as a stopover on our way to a hike. Comfortable beds, very tidy, clean and well equipped. Would be a convenient base if out and about exploring the region most of the day.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Perfect Family Getaway by the beach

Perfect Family Getaway by the beach

Hector West Coast
Stay at this beach holiday home in Hector. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attraction Charming Creek Walkway is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Fantastic house right on the beach front.Clean & tidy and had everthing we needed.Great location to explore the area from.We'll be back

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Nestled in the beautiful New Zealand bush a classic Kiwi bach.

Nestled in the beautiful New Zealand bush a classic Kiwi bach.

Granity West Coast
Stay at this holiday home in Granity. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction Charming Creek Walkway is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Great, comfortable place. Warm, inviting, and the hosts were friendly.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Nestled in the beautiful New Zealand bush a classic Kiwi bach.
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Cities near Upper Buller Gorge

The Denniston incline was one of the steepest Railway lines in New Zealand. They used it to transport coal from the mines to the city. It seems crazy to me that even people were transported in these wagons

Denniston