Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Cycling Self-Guided Adventure

Overview

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This full day self-guided cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail taking approximately 3 -4 hours of cycling. There are many fun stops along the way with award winning wineries, craft breweries, and the Pics Peanut Butter Factory to name a few.

Cycle along the old rail route from Nelson City to Richmond then turn onto the picturesque Coastal Route to Rabbit Island and Mapua. It is all grade one riding (easy) where a moderate fitness level is required. A short ride on the Mapua Ferry has you landing on the Mapua Wharf where the vibe and atmosphere is very relaxing while you enjoy some great food and beverages. This is also a great day out for the whole family.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum age is 13 years

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Cycle equipment: helmet, repair kit, carrier bag, odometer and trail map.

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Mapua Ferry crossing

Quality comfort trail bike hire with a Qualmark Gold activity operator

Food (own cost)

Airport pick-up (additional costs apply)

Hotel pickup (additional costs apply)

What To Expect

Kiwi Journeys

This one day cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail. There are many fun stops along the way with award winning wineries, craft breweries, and the World of Wearable Art museum to name a few. Cycle along the old rail route from Nelson City to Richmond then turn onto the picturesque Coastal Route to Rabbit Island and Mapua. This is all grade one riding (easy) where a moderate fitness level is required. A short ride on the Mapua Ferry has you landing on the Mapua Wharf where the vibe and atmosphere is very relaxing. This is also a great day out for the whole family.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

McCashin's Brewery

Stop of for a brewery tour, tastings, or amazing food!

40 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Standard Bike Nelson to Mapua

Reviews

4.72

57 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Short-term, straightforward booking
gerlindep2025,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Short-term booking the night before. Good explanation of the tour. Nice way - mostly bike paths. Shuttle bus for return transport.
Cycle great Taste
warwickayres,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
All was well organised Courteous staff Good accommodation Good bikes It was easy to find dining options-some catered options
Kiwi Adventures facilitate a great biking experience - Nelson to Mapua
peterlO6661RT,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow what an experience. A beautiful day cycling the great taste trail from Nelson to Mapua. Unbelievable views of snow capped mountains, opportunities for food and wine tastings and welcoming residents happy to assist us on our journey. The whole experience facilitated by Kiwi Adventures was seamless - great maps and explanation and above all just fantastic EBikes and supporting equipment. Highly recommended.
Great company and trip!
McCullough B,
Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trail winds through both city, country and Forrest in this portion of the trail! Not quite as many breweries or wineries as we thought but it was a gorgeous day to ride and we stopped by 4 places and the classic car museum on our trip. We hit the Mapua ferry around 4pm and stayed in the mapua area for an hour as a nice little reward for our efforts. If we could do it again we would spend more time in mapua at the end. Bikes were great and the service was also top notch. They had a van to pick us up in mapua when we finished our ride and take us back to their shop.
Awesome company
Karl B,
Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
You won't go wrong choosing this team. Very very good. The bikes were perfect. Instruction in the morning before leaving was great and informative. The shuttle back and also the following day was very good. The drivers were awesome and again very informative and dropped us back at our accommodation which was very good.
Beautiful coastal ride
Alison H,
Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a great ride with lots of different views along the way. We enjoyed lunch in Mapua at the end and the company employees are very friendly.
Great Taste of Nelson
Natalienz2000,
Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful 5 days on the Great taste of Nelson trail. The staff from start to finish were amazing. We’ve done most of the great rides now and the bikes from Kiwi Journeys were the best we’ve experienced. The accommodation was fantastic and the detail given throughout the itinerary was spot on. We particularly loved having the day off in Kaiteriteri where we had the most incredible day with Kahu Kayaks in the Abel Tasman. Thanks to Denise, Kobus, Andrew and our shuttle drivers, all of you made our trip the best ever. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nelson to Mapua bike ride
debbiemR8076EO,
Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The bikes were great and we were given excellent instructions on the route, including a good coffee stop. The trail was well marked also. It was a beautiful sunny day too! Would definitely do this ride again with Kiwi Journeys.
Lovely cycle route
Eddystone-keys,
Feb 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful cycle route! Absolutely loved this day out, we're not big cyclists and enjoyed the fact that this was almost enitrely on dedicated cycle tracks away from roads and through really nice scenery. Ferry to Mapua is really nice. The winery on the way and Wharf at the end was so good, we enjoyed a few pints at a brewpub at the Wharf and a wine tasting knowing we were getting taken home in the kiwi journeys van afterwards - brilliant idea!
Taste trail adventure
I8826WKmartinw,
Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very friendly, professional and knowledgeable family run cycle hire company. Had my hire bike all ready for me on the collection day for a wonderful experience on the taste trail. would highly recommend.