Napier to Te Mata Peak tour: 360-degree views and honey tasting

From port to 360-degree views at 400 meters, with orchards and two tastings in between

A three and a half hour tour from Napier takes you from the centenary gardens and Bluff Hill lookout down to Marine Parade, then out through the TukiTuki Valley orchards to Havelock North and up Te Mata Peak for views across the region. You taste up to twelve honey flavors at the Arataki Honey centre and sample fig products at the Figgery before returning to Napier.

Step-by-step itinerary

Napier Bluff Hill and Te Mata Peak Tour

• Visit centenary gardens and waterfall
• Go to Bluff Hill lookout
• Drive along Marine Parade highlights
• Travel through TukiTuki Valley orchards and farmland
• Ascend Te Mata Peak for views
• Visit Arataki Honey Visitor Centre and taste honey
• Explore the Figgery and taste fig products
• Return to Napier for retail therapy

The experience

The tour starts at the waterfall in the centenary gardens, then climbs to Bluff Hill where you look down on the port and northern Napier from the lookout. From there you travel along Marine Parade to see the highlights of the town before heading out into farmland and orchards. The TukiTuki Valley stretch gives you a chance to stop for photos among the vineyards and animals grazing in the fields.

Te Mata Peak is the centerpiece: at 400 meters above sea level, it delivers 360-degree views across the region. After you come back down, the Arataki Honey Visitor Centre has bee displays and a tasting of up to twelve different honey flavors. Next is the Figgery, where you learn about fig cultivation and taste their products. The tour ends back in Napier with time for shopping if the schedule allows.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• live guide commentary in English.
• hotel or port pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Pick this if you're docked or based in Napier and want to see the hilltop views, valley farmland, and two tasting stops without needing your own car.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the view like from Te Mata Peak?

Te Mata Peak sits 400 meters above sea level and offers 360-degree views across the region, so you can see in all directions from the top.

Do we stop to taste wine on this tour?

No wine tasting is included on this tour. You do taste up to twelve honey flavors at the Arataki Honey centre and fig products at the Figgery.

How much time do we spend at each stop?

The tour runs three and a half hours total and includes stops at Bluff Hill, the TukiTuki Valley orchards, Te Mata Peak, the Arataki Honey centre, and the Figgery, with time for photos and tastings at each.

What's included in the price?

Bottled water is included. The tour has a live English-speaking guide and hotel or port pickup.