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Take a scenic drive up the Hutt Valley to the Stuart Macaskill Lakes and Kaitoke Regional Park including the film site of Rivendell. Enjoy the awe-inspiring drive over the Remutaka Ranges to the shores of Lake Onoke for a seaside lunch. Explore the spectacular ‘badlands erosion’ forming earth pillars at the Putangirua Pinnacles before visiting the North Island’s largest permanent fur seal colony. Finally conquer the climb to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse at the south eastern most point of the North Island. Dinner is served back in Martinborough at the historic Martinborough Hotel. Day Two sees you head to the east coast and traverse the Deliverance Track up to Castle Rock. Wander along the lagoon and reef up to the Castlepoint Lighthouse. Have lunch at the Whakataki Hotel before heading back to Wellington via three foodie stops at quint Wairarapa towns including a world class local winery, a chocolate maker, a cheesemaker with a tasting experience at each.
What's Included
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
For hotel pick up please wait for your Zozo Travel driver guide in the lobby or main hotel entrance. For specific pick up time and locations please contact Zozo Travel directly.
The tour departs from the Pick Up and Drop Off lane on the Wakefield Street side of Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (217 Wakefield Street). Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Itinerary
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1
Viewing platform that grants spectacular views across the lakes and the valley beyond.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Cross the swing bridge to access a loop track through virgin native podocarp-hardwood forest including Kahikatea trees over 1000 years old. Finish with a visit to Rivendell, the LOTR film site.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Enjoy spectacular views from the summit of the Remutaka Ranges.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Enjoy lunch overlooking Lake Onoke in the bar and hotel dating back to the 1850s.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
Explore the spectacular ‘badlands erosion’ that has formed towering earth pillars at the Putangirua Pinnacles. Those with moderate fitness or better can attempt the 1.5 hour return loop track that takes you to a spectacular lookout over the pinnacles themselves. Enjoy the LOTR film site used as the 'Paths of the Dead'.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Visit the largest permanent New Zealand fur seal colony in the North Island. Watch these beautiful wild animals in their natural environment.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Climb the 252 steps to the base of the Cape Palliser Lighthouse at the south eastern most point of the North Island of New Zealand. Enjoy the amazing views out over the Pacific Ocean, the Cook Strait and along Cape Palliser itself.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Enjoy an amazing dinner at the Union Square, a modern NZ bistro with a French influence.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
9
Wander along the Castlepoint Reef up to the base of the Castlepoint Lighthouse
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
10
Walk through the pines above the lagoon at Castlepoint Scenic Reserve and follow the reserve boundary to the base of Castle Rock before the ascent for which you'll be rewarded with spectacular views.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
11
Have lunch at the Heritage Hotel known as the Whakataki Hotel which was built in 1896.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
12
Sample a range of chocolate made on site at this artisan chocolatier with over 60 flavours in the tablet range alone!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Enjoy a wine tasting at one of the regions biggest and best known wineries including options to taste across both the Te Kairanga and Martinborough vineyard sites.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
14
Sample some of the locally made cheeses available at this artisan cheese shop on the main street of Featherston.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Wild south Wairarapa coast
Wine, Food and the rugged east coast
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- A moderate amount of walking is involved with optional challenging hikes. Bring comfortable walking or hiking shoes.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (a jacket is recommended)
- Adults only (R18)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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