Kiwi Journeys

In preparation for this trip, I read all reviews from all available bike touring companies throughout New Zealand, north and south islands.

I picked Kiwi Journeys (they coordinated our accommodations, the luggage and personal shuttles, and our bikes with equipment).  We’ve had a few non-cycling day adventures they took care of too.  What a fantastic company.

Every employee must have received an A+ in their Hospitality Degree from University.

We’re on our second bike tour, The Tasman Great Taste Trail.   Today we rode about 20 mile, mostly along an estuary.  It was beautiful weather and because it was Sunday, lots of people were out enjoying themselves.

Remember, I may be a few hours behind (y’all in the states), but I’m one day ahead!   

With Dee at the handoff between West Coast and Nelson.

Nelson Marina

Lunch break

Great Taste Trail, day one.

Beach on Rabbit Island

Can you see the kingfisher?

Waiting for the bike ferry.

Ferry driver James

Wouldn’t trust this bike mechanic.