The Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail and Waitangi Mountain Bike Park are perfect for spending a couple of hours up to a few days exploring. Both right on your doorstep, only 25 minutes from Kerikeri.

THE TWIN COAST CYCLE TRAIL
This is one of NZ’s great rides, 87km long, and suitable for most abilities. A scenically spectacular crosscountry journey from the Bay of Islands to Hokianga Harbour, an irresistible mix of relaxing riding with some seriously significant heritage sites and stories. Glittering coast, a tranquil harbour, wetlands, native forest and rolling farmland can all be enjoyed on this ride across the Far North, which passes through townsrich in history and manaakitanga (hospitality). Following a smooth rail trail, cycle paths, wetland boardwalk, suspension bridges and country roads, it can be ridden in 2 days or broken into smaller day trips.

It is both relaxing and highly rewarding, with opportunities to visit various cultural sites and attractions along the way. There are bike hire and shuttle companies – that can shuttle you back and forth along the trail. Often cyclists choose to do the trail in 2 days, and each day start at Kaikohe which is the highest point of the trail and cycle down towards each coast. www.twincoastcycletrail.kiwi.nz

WAITANGI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK
A family-friendly mountain bike park located in Waitangi. Currently up to 50km of professionally built trails with many more planned for development. Trail grades range from Grade 2 (Beginners) to Grade 5 (Advanced) so something for all. The tracks offer great flow and features, from easy scenic rides to downhill riding, jump trails, cross country and beginner trails. There are plenty of fast, flowing berms, rollers and jumps. There is a café and bike rental on site with stunning views of the Bay. www.ridewaitangi.nz