Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington
Overview
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10 hours
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Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection of Martinborough wineries, on this full day tour. Lunch will be served at a vineyard restaurant before the tour heads to the south Wairarapa coast. Visit the rugged coastal village of Ngawi and the North Island's largest permanent seal colony as well as a drive by of the famed “Paths of the Dead” from Lord of the Rings, the Putangirua Pinnacles. Finally climb the steps to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for epic sweeping sea views before heading to the Lake Ferry Hotel on the edge of Lake Onoke for dinner. This 10 hour tour takes in a variety of stunning landscapes in the greater Wellington region.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A moderate amount of walking is involved on uneven surfaces
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum age is 18 years for wine tasting
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, participants must be able to enter and exit our vans unassisted, using steps and grab rails. If this basic requirement cannot be met at the start of the tour, our guides reserve the right to decline participation. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kaitoke Regional Park
Cross the swing bridge to access a loop track through virgin native podocarp-hardwood forest including Kahikatea trees over 1000 years old. Optional visit to Rivendell LOTR film site also available.
Enjoy spectacular views from the summit of the Remutaka Ranges.
What‘s Included
Local accommodation (hotel) or cruise ship pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic Beverages
Wine tasting fees
Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle
Live commentary on board
Local driver guide
Dinner (main dish and one drink)
Lunch (main dish and one drink)
Gratuities
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Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington
Pickup included
Reviews
204 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A most marvelous, memorable day with Phil
ELVAELLEN K,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour to Martinborough with Phil exceeded our expectations. Every aspect of the day was beyond memorable....a walk in a beautiful rain forest, watching baby seal pups play on a remote rocky beach, and driving through gorgeous mountain passes and along the.stunning shore line. And then there was the food! A wonderful wine tasting and lunch at Poppies in Martinborough, the best fish and chips we ever had at The Lake Ferry Hotel, a cheese tasting, and a most enjoyable and unique chocolate tasting. In all aspects, Phil went above and beyond. We loved every minute. Highly recommend!
Great scenic and cultural overview
Donald R,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour contained a lot of different experiences from tasting artisian cheeses and chocolates, wine tastings and scenic tours of the landscapes and coasts near Wellington. Highlight was seeing the seal colony. Phil provided a lot of information and tour was well paced
Breathtaking views and yummy foodie tour!
Vincent A,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to see many sights on the way to Cape Pallister. We enjoyed it all: the foodie bits with a wine tasting stop at a top-rated vineyard, the chocolate tasting challenge, and a tasty meal for dinner on the way back. The scenery through the mountain range is breathtaking. The stop at a quasi rain forest was educational and a welcome stop. The fur seal colony and the Cape Pallister lighthouse are definitely highlights of this tour, imho.
Wonderful NZ experience
fionamH495ZN,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip. Amazing scenery and wine at Poppy’s winery. Phil is a fantastic guide and very safe driver.
Great Tour
David P,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great Tour with Michael. Excellent wine tasting and lunch at Poppies and dinner at The Royal Hotel. Enjoyed the seals, lighthouse and views along the beach.
Breath taking vista's. ...
Virginia B,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Breath taking vista's. From rainforest to lunch in a vineyard, dinner oveooming a lake and the wild coast for the seal colony. Sample cheese and oh the chocolates. Wear walking shoes and enjoy the day.
Would do it again!
Coastal28482494965,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time. Pleasant small group - good size to be able to chat with people. Nice variety of activities. Loved ending up with dinner on the water.
There was a wide variety...
David R,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There was a wide variety of landscapes, delicious wine, and local food options. The sea lions and light tower were amazing.
Great day!
John B,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hands down, best tour I’ve taken in Wellington. Scenic drives, wine and cheese tastings, chocolates, really nice lunch at the winery. Dinner on the coast was fun and laidback. Alistair was very informative and kept us engaged. He did a great job explaining things, as well as being personable which we appreciated. Good job!
Great balance of nature and culture!
Brandi P,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful day trip! Terrific balance of nature and culture with a short walk in the woods and suspension bridge, cheese, chocolate, lunch and wine tastings, lovely views and coastal visit, seals, and more. Philip is a terrific, knowledgeable guide and a fantastic source of information and tips about the community and the city.
From NZ$364.00
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