From the leisurely Tasman's Great Taste Trail to the challenging Heaphy Track, riders of all levels can enjoy the Ngā Haerenga Great Rides that Nelson Tasman has to offer.
Experience the rural charm, gold mining heritage, and stunning natural landscapes of the Old Ghost Road, an 85km trail that stretches over mountains and valleys and through rushing rivers.
New Zealand’s longest and most diverse Great Walk is opened to mountain bikers between May and November each year. This multi-day trail takes you through the diverse and often surreal landscapes of Kahurangi National Park.
It is one of New Zealand's most memorable one-day adventures for fit mountain bikers. It follows the path of New Zealand’s first railway route, making it one of the country’s most accessible alpine rides.
Tasman's Great Taste Trail is one of New Zealand’s Ngā Haerenga Great Rides. It is a scenic and urban coastal ride where you can choose a section or two and head out for a couple of hours, take the whole day, or enjoy a multi-day biking adventure.
Après-bike must-dos
Hop off the Heaphy Track for some local Nelson Sauvin hops.
Located in the heart of Mohua Golden Bay, The Mussel Inn has a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere. Their fare is simple and wholesome, and they produce their beers, ciders, and soft drinks in their small on-site brewery.
Located next to the iconic Riwaka Hotel, our taproom is still in the middle of hop-growing country. It is down the road from the Abel Tasman National Park and a quick pedal away from some epic mountain biking trails. It's also just a one-minute detour from the Great Taste Cycle Trail.
We are famous for golden beaches and crystal clear water, but Kaiteriteri has so much more, from mountain bike trails, world-class food & wine, and national parks including the Abel Tasman within a 1hr - Kaiteriteri is a destination beyond the beach.
Located right in the centre of New Zealand's sunshine capital, Rutherford Hotel Nelson is the perfect hotel to regenerate and experience one of New Zealand's most stunning regions. The hotel offers 2 restaurants, swimming pool, sauna and gymnasium.
Nelson’s central-city hotel, conference centre, restaurant and bar – right beside the river and just a few minutes walk from Nelson’s main shopping precinct. Welcome to one of Nelson’s most stylish & contemporary local hotels. We are proudly local.
Six luxurious suites set in a park like setting provide a very comfortable home away from home. Large spacious villas, each with a bedroom and lounge area to relax in and a balcony to soak up the views from all within 5 minutes from central Nelson.