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
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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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.
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Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington
Pickup included
Reviews
195 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip, well planned
P I,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great and I highly recommend it. The start time is very reasonable, and yet we covered lots of ground. The tour is well planned and Phil was great at time-keeping without making the group feel too rushed. The lunch (Poppies) and dinner (Lake Ferry Hotel) were really good. Poppies made great effort to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for. I even got cheese without animal rennet. C'est Cheese also had many cheese options with no animal rennet. The chocolate tasting was fun too. The amazing views along the way and stop to see fur seals were highlights for me. Even though the stairs to the lighthouse were tough (I'm not very fit), the views from the top were so worth it. Also, I'm often anxious about bathroom stops, but Phil made sure we had enough stops and even advised on expected cleanliness, especially in the more remote areas. Overall, it's a good day trip to get a lot done!
Highly recommend this memorable adventure with Zozo
agaizabella,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this trip with Zozo. Amazing itinerary executed meticulously and with kind care. We visited the most beautiful sites that represent this region. Our tour guide/driver, Phil, was extremely knowledgable, shared lots of detail and stories about the sites we visited and passed by. Phil was well organized, supportive and kind. Lots of fun and memories. Thank you!
We had an excellent...
alan g,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent experience with this tour. I would highly recomend this tour to anyone visiting Wellington.
Excellent tour
James P,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent full day tour with diverse activities. Went to a rain forest, cheese shop, chocolate tasting, lunch at a winery with tasting, drive to the coast to see seals and dinner. Phil provided lots of information and picked me up and dropped me off at my hotel. Interesting and tasty day.
Worth every penny!
jessicabG9890JC,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A perfect way to see the area surrounding Wellington. Phil is very knowledgeable and his disposition made for a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Lunch, dinner, wine, cheese and chocolate tasting were wonderful and the views at the fishing village and seal colony were spectacular.
Do not miss this one - worth every cent.
PeterB748,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A brilliant day with Phil - a wide range of experiences, wonderful food, expert information, just the right amount of talking (Phil didn't feel he had to fill every silence as some tour guides want to). We loved climbing up to the lighthouse, seeing all the seals, quick walk through the national parks, seeing rugged coastlines . . . . and did I mention the beautiful local produce . . . . thank you for giving us this memory.
Above and beyond
erichschmidt737,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing experience on our tour with Mike! He went above and beyond, even stopping at a WETA cave after the tour had officially ended just to show our kids. It was such a special and unexpected moment that made the day truly unforgettable. Our kids loved it so much that they immediately asked if we could go on another tour with Mike. Best experience ever – highly recommend!
Best tour south coast
lucabU151DU,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice Tour High recommended. The Guide is super nice and explain all the places that you will visit. Best tour regards south coast
What an amazing day
Ambassador616698,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phillip did a great job in not only providing great history but taking us to the most amazing and beautiful places. We did chocolate and wine tasting. Took a ride along the beautiful coast. Took in breathtaking views from the lighthouse. But my favorite part of the tour was the fur seal colony. Great tour!
Stunning Views
Margarita E,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Phillip took us around the coast, cheese and chocolate tasting, lighthouse and the most amazing fur seal colony and so much more. We had a great lunch at a winery, as well as a delicious dinner watching the sunset on the coast. Phillip gave us great recommendations and was very knowledgeable about the history of New Zealand. Loved this tour.
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