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Winner - 2026 Best of Wine Tourism - Sustainable Wine Tourism
Experience award-winning wine, a Māori cultural site and stunning sightseeing up Te Mata Peak. Beginning on the coast, you will gain an appreciation for Māori knowledge at the Ātea a Rangi Celestial Compass.
You'll then enjoy a premium, hosted tasting at New Zealand’s second-oldest Winery, the award-winning Te Mata Estate. Home of the famed Te Mata Coleraine wine.
We'll then journey up to the top of Te Mata Peak. All the while learning about the unique culture, geology, botany and history of the region.
For cruise ships, we offer a semi private (max 4 guests) 2.5 hour tour with departure times for each ship, depending on the time in port.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet us at the front of the Napier iSite in the Bus/Tour pick up area. On cruise ship days the meeting point is 100 meters away in the Sound Shell area (next door) beside the pink "Meet here" flags
Itinerary
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Experience an incredibly unique Maori Cultural site. Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, this celestial compass is used to mark the seasons and teach navigation skills for ocean-bound journeys. Featuring intricately carved Po (posts) that themselves tell the stories of the stars. This site carries with it stories as old as civilisation itself.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Enjoy an an intimate hosted tasting at New Zealand's second oldest winery, Te Mata Peak. Home of the famed Coleraine wine, this iconic winery epitomises the quality and craft of the Great Wine Capital, Hawke's Bay.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Te Mata Peak
Travel to the top of the stunning Te Mata peak while learning about the unique geography, history, botany and culture of the region. The 360-degree panorama photo opportunities from the top will be the envy of all your Instagram followers!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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