New Zealand Māori Tourism

Hawke's Bay

There are so many things considered 'must do' when you visit Hawke's Bay. Considered the Art Deco Capital by many, home to the world's largest Gannet Colony, New Zealand's oldest Farmer's Market, over 70 wineries, and extensive cycle trails. The Guinness Book of Records lists the Longest Place Name in the World  - Taumata­whakatangihanga­koauau­o­tamatea­turi­pukakapiki­maunga­horo­nuku­pokai­whenua­kitanatahu in Central Hawke's Bay. Hawke's Bay has plenty to keep all ages and stages fully occupied. Find out more at hawkesbaynz.com
The Guinness Book of Records lists the Longest Place Name in the World  - Taumata­whakatangihanga­koauau­o­tamatea­turi­pukakapiki­maunga­horo­nuku­pokai­whenua­kitanatahu in Central Hawke's Bay. - See more at: http://www.hawkesbaynz.com/index.php/why/did-you-know#sthash.V8eUow6B.dpuf
The Guinness Book of Records lists the Longest Place Name in the World  - Taumata­whakatangihanga­koauau­o­tamatea­turi­pukakapiki­maunga­horo­nuku­pokai­whenua­kitanatahu in Central Hawke's Bay. - See more at: http://www.hawkesbaynz.com/index.php/why/did-you-know#sthash.V8eUow6B.dpuf
There are so many things considered 'must do' when you visit Hawke's Bay. Considered the Art Deco Capital by many, home to the world's largest Gannet Colony, New Zealand's oldest Farmers Market, over 70 wineries,and extensive cycle trails  - Hawke's Bay has plenty to keep all ages and stages fully occupied. - See more at: http://www.hawkesbaynz.com/index.php/why/did-you-know#sthash.V8eUow6B.dpuf
Major Centres: 

Napier
Hastings

Airports: 

Hawke's Bay Domestic Airport

Driving distance

Ātea a Rangi/Star Compass

+64 21 168 7051

Waitangi Regional Park
State Highway 2
Napier 

The Ātea a Rangi is a celestial star compass based on a traditional Pacific Island concept to  teach traditional navigation. The Ātea a Rangi Educational Trust (Ātea Trust) is a registered Charitable Trust. The Ātea Trust was established to run educational programmes, events and tours based on traditional Māori and environmental kaupapa. Our vision - to gather and pass on traditional  knowledge within Aotearoa and Te Moana nui a Kiwa. Contact us to learn more about the Ātea a Rangi from the team of navigators, waka sailors and carvers who designed, carved and completed the Atea a  Rangi/star compass site.

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Morere Hot Springs Lodge

+64 6 837 8824

3987 State Highway 2
Morere
Northern Hawke's Bay

Morere is the most Northern destination in Hawke's Bay. We have 30 acres of whenua, pasture, woodland, stream and even glow worms to enjoy, as well as our affordable, comfortable and award-winning accommodation (cabins, cottage & historic farmhouse). We are just over the road from the amazing Morere Hot Springs and scenic reserve, which is the last stand of virgin native forest on the East Coast. We are overlooked by Mt Momoukai and near to beautiful beaches, located roughly between Gisborne & Wairoa - so a great base to enjoy this wonderful part of Aotearoa. Come and enjoy a genuine whānau welcome and classic Kiwi country holiday experience here.

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Napier Prison Tours

06 835 9933

55 Coote Road
Bluff Hill
Napier

This fascinating and raw tour of New Zealand's oldest Prison will take you on a historic journey through the undulating corridors which survived the 1931 Napier Earthquake. The corridors are twisted and walls misshapen. In this audio tour you'll learn about some of the most terrifying prisoners including drug barons and mass murderers and an infamous "Eye Eater". Check out the graffiti on the prisoner's bed bases and hear how toothpaste had multiple uses for incarcerated criminals. You will hear tales about villains, victims and heroes.

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One Cast Fly Fishing

+64 6 839 8899

4948 Puketitiri Road
RD4, Puketitiri
Napier 4184

In Hawke's Bay lies the Kaweka mountain ranges. Here Marlene and Craig Skeet operate and own the guided fly fishing and home lodge accommodation business One Cast Fly Fishing Adventures. Marlene and Craig welcome you to their wilderness fly fishing and indigenous destination.

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Stonepeace Kohatu Hūmārie

+64 6 875 0727

9 Haumoana Road
Haumoana
Napier 4102

Ema Scott finds inspiration in her spiritual connection to the past, 'design by descent' as she coins it. From her home and studio designed by her father - architect J C Scott - she endeavours to produce sculptures and designs that gives peace a tangible form in the medium of stone. She welcomes groups and individuals who have an interest in sculpture, art and architecture.

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Te Matau a Māui Voyaging Trust

West Quay, Ahuriri
Napier

Discover Hawke’s Bay aboard ‘Te Matau a Māui’’, a traditional Polynesian sailing waka (canoe), that has travelled across the world.  Enjoy the hospitality and warmth of a friendly crew as they share their passion for sailing with you. Hear stories of Polynesian migration and local Māori history and legend. Learn how their ancestors navigated by the stars and how they continue this tradition today. Sailing occurs from October through March (weather dependent). Delicious Māori cuisine also included.  Two hour sailing departing West Quay, Ahuriri, Napier.

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