New Zealand
Moments from New Zealand
Yet Another Sauna!
Saunas by the beach have become a theme of our trip. The warmth followed by the cold immersion in the sea is quite magical and therapeutic for the soul. This was another mobile wood burning sauna which moves around 5 different bays on Waih…
Our Morning Dip Spot - Omiha Bay
Having caught the ferry to Waiheke Island for 3 nights our first mission was to find a nice quiet beach for our morning swim. Omiha Bay was a great little find.
Havelock
Rode 20km (mostly along a trail next to the road) to a caravan park in Havelock. Awesome green mussels for dinner at the Mussel Pot. Fatigue, period pain, a tooth ache and dental appointment in Nelson mean we skip riding over the mountain …
He/She is
End of the queen charlotte track. A great ride indeed. The best trail we've ever ridden.
Journeys through New Zealand
- Van Life In New Zealand · Nick · 19 pebbls
- Bikepacking Through NZ · Kate · 14 pebbls
- Texas & Mexico Oct/Nov 2024 · k1w176 · 3 pebbls
Route ideas in New Zealand
- Bay of Islands · The Bay of Islands , located in New Zealand’s Northland region, is a stunning destination for sailing. With 144 islands scattered across turquoise waters, this route offers pristine beaches, sheltered…
- Doubtful Sound · Located in the heart of Fiordland National Park, Doubtful Sound offers an awe-inspiring paddling experience through one of New Zealand’s most remote and untouched fiords. Known as the "Sound of…
- Marlborough Sounds · The Marlborough Sounds , located at the northern tip of New Zealand’s South Island, is a paddler’s paradise, with sheltered bays, hidden coves, and lush green hills. This network of…
- New Zealand Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail · The Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail is a breathtaking 192-mile journey from the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean. Starting near Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak, and finishing in…
- Otago Central Rail Trail · The Otago Central Rail Trail is New Zealand’s original Great Ride and a must-do for cycling enthusiasts. Covering 94 miles, the trail follows the path of a historic railway line…
- Te Araroa Trail · Te Araroa, meaning “The Long Pathway,” is New Zealand’s ultimate hiking adventure, stretching the length of the country from Cape Reinga in the north to Bluff in the south. This…