Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

The Wine tour with Maori Culture Queenstown is the only wine tour in Queenstown that connects Maori culture with the local wines and land where you receive the authentic Aotearoa New Zealand experience. You will visit three boutique and more personalised Central Otago wineries in the Queenstown area with approximately 15-20 wine tastings and food to match. This is the only wine tour in Central Otago that offers both the wine experience with the Māori culture footprint. Don't delay, BOOK NOW.

There is a minimum of 2 required per tour, if minimum numbers are not met you will be offered another day or time or complete refund.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

There is a minimum of 2 required per tour, if minimum numbers are not met you will be offered another day or time or complete refund as per cancellation policy.

Minimum age is 18 years.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All wine tasting is included-approximately 17-21 varietals

Alcoholic Beverages

For 2 pax + a cheese or salmon platter is included.

Live commentary on board

Transport by air-conditioned people mover

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Gratuities

Māori bone carving

WanaHaka® Wine Bag

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Gibbston

Vineyards in the Gibbston region

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown

Pickup included

Reviews

4.99

81 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Until next time, Joe! 🙏🏼🙌🏼
736catiej,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I can’t get over how much fun this was! My husband and I booked this tour as part of our honeymoon vacation and we are so thankful for the wonderful experience and hospitality. Joe was such a great host! Definitely book this and have as much fun as we did.
Amazing!!!
50petag,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an amazing experience. A lot of insight into the culture and knowledge of wine. Joe was an absolute pleasure to be with during our tour. Thank you, Joe (Big Daddy)!
A MUST DO KIWI EXPERIENCE
TravelSouthAustralia,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Wine Tour & Māori Culture experience in Queenstown was absolutely unforgettable. Joe was an incredible guide, his knowledge was outstanding, and he made every moment informative while keeping it engaging. What stood out most was the way he shared his passion for his Māori heritage. It wasn’t just a tour, it felt like a personal journey into culture, history and storytelling. We had so many laughs as well with Joe's sense of humour. If you’re looking for something that combines wine tasting with genuine cultural insight, this is the tour to do. Highly recommended! Joe, thank you for such a memorable experience.
A must do for those seeking culture and wine
47camerone,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe, a Māori small-business owner, gave us an incredible day visiting three family-run vineyards. While the wines were diverse, the Pinot Noirs were a real highlight! Joe wove in stories of his Māori heritage, sharing how cultural traditions, respect for the land, and local history shape the region’s community. His deep knowledge, warm hosting, and genuine passion made it a perfect blend of world-class wine, culture, and storytelling. Not to be missed!
Joe is top class!!
JRD-1999,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe was absolutely top class! Really friendly and informative. It was just ourselves on the tour and we were looked after so well. We were welcomed with an authentic Maori greeting, the wines we tasted were amazing and we learned all about the Maori culture and customs. We highly recommend this tour!!
Excellent and Unforgettable Tour
TX4Traveling,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fantastic time with Joe learning about the Māori, driving around this beautiful region, and tasting wine at three fabulous cellar doors where we were treated like honored guests. This tour is an unforgettable experience and an excellent value! Joe is wonderful.
Great winery day out with a difference!
Sunshine07892699808,
Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe was an absolutely incredible host with many stories to share. He took our group to three wineries that other, larger tour groups aren’t able to visit. It was such a great day with many tastings and delicious food! Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a winery day with a difference. Thanks for a great day, Joe!
Don't miss this this tour with Joe and WanaHaka
sandysB8121GX,
Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow, what an amazing experience. This tour combines all aspects of fantastic scenery, 3 fabulous wineries and wine tastings, a comentated history of this wine region by Joe himself. The 5.5hr tour begins with a traditional "Maori Welcome", bonding our group of 6 together to share this unique experience. I would highly recommend touring with WanaHaka and Joe if you have the opportunity. It's fun, informative, gives a cultural perspective and a great way to spend a day in the incredible region of New Zealand.
Wanahaka wine tour with Joe ..Wanaka, New Zealand
Odyssey35565948609,
Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I joined Joe today on his Wine tour in Queenstown. Fabulous from start to finish. Joe was so welcoming, so knowledgeable about his Māori heritage, the relationship of the land to the wines we tasted. His choice of boutique vineyards really enhanced my experience…yes I did buy a few bottles!! If you’re reading this …stop ..AND BOOK A TOUR you will have an amazing day.
Awesome Māori wine experience
Patrick81277,
Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe was an absolutely amazing tour guide. Between his stories, information, and history, it really made for an incredible trip. The wineries were fantastic and the scenery was second to none. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who's looking for an authentic experience.