The rest of the route is getting a bit depressing. It is not about the scenery, which is great, but the weather is not good at all and for the next couple of hours I do not see any person or car. The last few hours down south to Gisborne do make up though as I get some stunning view (yeah I mention that a lot, but it really is spectacular .... :-).

After almost 7 hours I arrive in Gisborne and after visiting the iSite I get to a motel near the see. There are so many vacancies the owner is happy to have me. Ending a long day drive with a cheeseburger and a nice NZ wine ... a special combination.