Regional Highlights

Unforgettable Sights

Views of Hawke’s Bay from Te Mata Peak Towering 400 metres above sea level, it offers panoramic views of the Ruahine, Kaweka and Maungaharuru ranges and Cape Kidnappers. Art Deco (Napier) Smooth cream or white buildings against a Hawke’s Bay sky.

Adrenaline Rush

 White water rafting A variety of options from grade 1 to 3 is available on the Mohaka River. Eskdale Mountain Bike Trail Home to one of New Zealand’s largest mountain bike parks.

Relax & Indulge

Ocean Spa This seafront complex offers open air hot pools, two leisure pools, and outdoor and private indoor spas. Take a wine tour Hosted by a local operator by coach, limousine, bicycle or horse and cart. Luxury Cape Kidnappers Golf Course Play a round of golf at a world-class international golf course in a remarkable cliff-top setting. Early Morning Balloons Sunrise flights over farmland and vineyards.

CulturE

Guided Maori tour Learn about the history and traditions of the Maori people. Art Deco Walks & Tours Guided walking tours of Napier’s famous Art Deco Quarter.

NATURAL NEW ZEALAND

Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony See these amazing birds nesting, preening, flying and performing the ‘dance of the gannets’. White sand beaches Visit Mahia, Waimarama, Ocean or Blackhead Beach.

On a budget

Hawke’s Bay Farmers Markets Mix with the locals and enjoy the flavours at a showcase of local produce.

Exclusive Dining

Mission Estate Winery (Napier) Sample the fare at New Zealand’s oldest surviving winery. Terrôir at Craggy Range Winery (Havelock North) Vineyard cuisine inspired by the region’s land and sea.

Casual Dining

Church Road Winery (Napier) Lunchtime diners can sit indoors or in the garden.

Café

Clifton Bay Café Drop in for coffee or a casual meal overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Stylish Bar

Ferment (Hastings) Sophisticated underground cocktail bar and lounge.

Cosy Pub

Rose & Shamrock (Havelock North) Lovely old-world English/Irish village inn.

Culinary Experiences

Food and Wine Trail Taste honey, olives, wine and chocolate.

Shop or Gallery

Wine Country Gallery (Havelock North) New Zealand and Pacific artists.

Did You Know?

Hawke’s Bay Mission Vineyards is New Zealand’s oldest surviving vineyard – 150 years ago it was planted by the French Catholic missionaries to produce sacramental and table wine.