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

Ātea a Rangi/Star Compass

+64 21 168 7051

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.

Koru Enterprises Online

+64 27 617 1707

Koru Enterprises is an online Aotearoa (NZ) tour and artisan gift company, specialising in authentic Māori experiences, and virtual tours. We offer personalised guided tours around Hawke's Bay rohe (district).

Morere Hot Springs Lodge

+64 6 837 8824

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.

Napier Māori Tours

+64 21 077 0088

We are Hawke’s Bay’s Eco-Cultural tours. Fusing Hunter-Gathering and Contemporary Māori Cuisine and proud to be Qualmark Gold accredited. We provide an intimately unique and inspiring cultural experience, journeying through our ancestral mountains, lands, waters, and history. Our high end bespoke tours range from 3 hours to a full day journey. All our tour sites are ten minutes from the Napier City Centre. You will learn about our distinctive local Māori history while traversing through our 650-year-old village site, the largest and most outstanding fortified village in NZ, providing a spectacular 360 degree view. You will be excited in collecting the ‘catch’ for lunch. Our tours include the sharing in traditional Māori gathering practices, Māori musical instruments, and contemporary Māori culinary delights.

Napier Prison Tours

06 835 9933

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.

One Cast Fly Fishing

+64 6 839 8899

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.

Rongomaraeroa Marae

+64 27 970 6770

We offer an authentic traditional hapū marae that has stood on its current site for over 100 years. Guided tours to historical sites where we will share our local stories/history. Warm friendly people, kai, traditional Māori welcome.  Accommodation is also available at the Marae. We can also develop a package with other operators in the area.

Stonepeace Kohatu Hūmārie

+64 6 875 0727

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.

Te Matau a Māui Voyaging Trust

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.

Waimārama Māori Tours

021 057 0935

One of the most authentic experiences of living Mãori culture in New Zealand. We provide totally private, unique, authentic experiences just outside Napier in rural, coastal Waimārama.
Our tours give you unfettered and heartfelt access to the world of Māori rarely seen by outsiders. Spend time with us on our 62 hectare Hakikino Conservation Reserve - the historical birthplace of our tribe and where our people lived and died.  A place we still work today to preserve and protect our heritage.
Our tours are an intimate, intellectual and spiritual way to discover the ways of Māori.
Private, personal and relaxed.

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Cycling
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Hunting
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Waka
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