Mountains to Sea Shuttles

Your journey, made easy — local expertise, flexible packages, and shuttles that connect every part of the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride and beyond.

With more than 35 years of transporting people (and their bikes) across Ruapehu and Whanganui, the team at Dempsey Buses now brings that depth of experience to the trail network through Mountains to Sea Shuttles. Locally owned and operated, their crew of riders and drivers know the whenua, the weather, and the stories that make each journey special. Whether you're taking on a single section or the full Ngā Ara Tūhono journey from mountain to sea, they provide seamless, friendly, and knowledgeable support every step of the way.

Offering both curated 3–5 day Mountains to Sea packages and flexible pick-and-mix options, Mountains to Sea Shuttles makes it easy to tailor your adventure.

 Regular departures services include:

• Te Hangāruru (drop off at Pōkākā Rd)
• Ohakune Old Coach Road
• Ohakune Mountain Road (connecting to Te Ara Mangawhero)
• Fishers Track (enjoy the downhill — we'll bring you home)
• Mangapurua (the iconic Bridge to Nowhere)
• Kaiwhakauka (Whakahoro/Blue Duck)
•  Waipuna Cycleway (Raetihi - Pipiriki Connector Ride)
• Whanganui River Road — one of the best one-day rides in the region.
• Whanganui to Ruapehu (Raetihi / Ohakune or Waimarino (formerly known as National Park Village))
• 42 Traverse

Let us know how you want to plan your journey and we'll work with you to make it happen.

 With luggage transfers, full transport solutions, and local insights baked into every trip, they deliver a smooth, safe, and memorable trail experience.

From small to large groups - we can work with you to make your journey smooth.

Website : Mountains to Sea Shuttles

Email: info@mountainstoseashuttles.co.nz

Phone : +64 6 388 1288