Kayaking Nelson

KAYAK THE ABEL TASMAN & eBike THE GREAT TASTE TRAIL 

Great Taste Trail | 1 Day - Self-guided 42km (Grade 2-3, Intermediate) 

>> Shuttle to Kaiteriteri | Kaiteriteri-Mapua l | Shuttle Mapua-Nelson

Experience the best of both worlds — an active, fun-filled day on both sea and land, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Nelson-Tasman region.

• Enjoy a morning on the water with Kaiteriteri Kayaks, paddling through the calm, clear waters along the Tasman coastline 
• Take in the stunning coastal scenery, spot local wildlife, and enjoy a relaxing beach picnic at a secluded golden-sandy bay 
• From paddle to pedal - set off on a scenic cycle along the renowned Great Taste Trail which firstly navigates an uphill trail through the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park
• There are exceptional views through the park before the trail passes through Riwaka, Motueka, Lower Moutere, and Tasman
• Soak in the charm and relaxed atmosphere of Mapua village while exploring the galleries, cafes, shops, brewery and wine bar

NB: A reasonable level of fitness, and confident riding ability are both required for this tour.  This tour includes eBike hire which improves the experience of the initial uphill gradient in the Bike Park, and then allows enough time to enjoy the cafes and galleries of Mapua Wharf before the onward shuttle departs for Nelson at 5.30pm

Check-in: Kiwi Journeys Nelson at 7am for a 7.15am departure bound for Kaiteriteri
Return: Connect with shuttle from Mapua to Nelson at 5.30pm

Package Includes

• Premium eBike hire 
• Additional equipment: MIPs helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags
• Comprehensive trail briefing and professional bike fitting
• Guided Kayak tour to Split Apple Rock with Kaiteriteri Kayaks 
• Beach snacks & refreshments
• Shuttles: Nelson-Kaiteriteri & Mapua-Nelson 
• Trail map 
• Trail support 
• Bike accidental damage insurance

What to bring: 

• Water bottle, sunscreen & hat
• Towel & swimsuit, change of clothes
• Wind Jacket & camera
• Comfortable riding clothes