Picton Ferry to Nelson – Tour Aotearoa

Roll off the Picton ferry and head west along the Sounds. Link Pathway/Queen Charlotte Drive gives big views and a few punchy pinches to Havelock and Pelorus Bridge. From there the Maungatapu Track dishes up the real grunt: rough gravel, steep climbs, and a wild backcountry feel, before a fast drop toward Nelson. Finish in sunny Nelson for coffee, beaches, and craft beer. Mostly sealed and gravel mix; expect a big day with plenty of climbing and epic scenery.