The Rere Falls Trail takes you between Gisborne and Matawai, where you can link Motu Trails. This is an impressive ride through heartland New Zealand, featuring Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Rere Falls, Rere Rockslide, and Gisborne vineyards.

 At a glance:

* New Zealand Cycle Trail 'Heartland Ride' linking to Motu Trails
* Grade: intermediate/3
* Gisborne-Matawai is 100km
* Roads are open to traffic but mostly quiet, with 27km of gravel road
* Time to ride: from five hours to three days
* Start options: Gisborne, Matawhero, Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Te Wera road, Matawai, Motu
* Guided and self-guided tours available
* Mobile coverage is patchy, you are advised to take basic tools and safety gear
* There are no shops between Ngatapa and Matawai.

Gisborne to Rere Falls / Rockslide approx 47.5km 

 Jim Robinson