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3 Days
Motu Trails
Gisborne Railbikes
Learn to surf
Tupapa Heritage Trail
Active exploration in and around Gisborne central
Motu Trails
Begin your time exploring in Gisborne by riding the Matokitoki loop - a diverse and pretty 18km that combines sealed roads, a solid gravel road climb and a short, steep descent on a farm track. It also starts from town, so no driving required! The loop is part of the Motu Trails Cycle Network - one of New Zealand's 'Great Rides'. Cycle Gisborne is your go-to for bike hire, and make sure you're prepared with a picnic lunch and your own drinks.
Motu Trails
Dawn surf lesson
Gisborne is one of New Zealand's surf capitals and is blessed by consistent swells that hit year-round. Waikanae Beach - right in town - often has the perfect conditions for first-timers. Get up early and meet your instructor as dawn is breaking for a surfing lesson you'll never forget.
After, you're likely to have worked up a big appetite - head to Flagship Eatery for one of the best breakfast menus in town.
Tupapa Trail
After brunch, it's time for some active relaxing and cultural immersion on the Tupapa Trail - a must-do self-guided walk that takes you from Gisborne’s city centre to off road tracks. This 4km walk from the city to Titirangi Reserve (8 km return) is best done with the free Tupapa app. Connect with the events that shaped our country, in the places where they happened.
Sunrise surf lesson
Tupapa Heritage Trail
Gisborne Railbike Adventure
A seriously unique cycling adventure, journey along the 90km of coastal railway between Gisborne and Wairoa on tandem bikes that allow you to peddle side-by-side. Soak up the stunning coastal and forest views, cycling through tunnels and along one of the most scenic stretches of tracks in the country. E-bikes are available to make things a little easier (the trail requires moderate fitness) and no balancing or steering is required.
Bring a picnic lunch, take your time and make a day of it - The Gisborne Railbike Adventure is an awesome end to your Gisborne holiday.
Gisborne Railbike Adventure
New Zealand is currently operating under the COVID-19 Protection Framework (traffic lights), Tairāwhiti may look and feel different this summer season.
If you are planning to visit please do so responsibly by following the Tiaki Promise - respecting our people and place.
Availability of visitor experiences across Tairāwhiti may be different this summer. Please take time to research and plan your journey in advance to ensure you have a great holiday in Te Tairāwhiti.