Hawke's Bay Region Essentials
Hawke’s Bay is New Zealand’s premier food and wine destination, anchored by the historic Mission Estate, the country’s oldest winery. The region features the dramatic limestone cliffs of Cape Kidnappers and the 399-meter Te Mata Peak, offering panoramic views of the Heretaunga Plains. Unique landmarks include the world’s longest place name and the Rocket Lab launch site on the Māhia Peninsula. Natural highlights range from the tiered Waipunga Falls to the surf breaks of Ocean Beach, while Hastings hosts Splash Planet, the country’s only water-themed park.
A Taumatawhakatangihangakōauauotamateapōkaiwhenuakitānatahu
Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu is a hill near Pōrangahau, south of…
B Cape Kidnappers / Te Kauwae-a-Māui
Cape Kidnappers, also known as Te Kauwae-a-Māui and officially known as Cape Kidnappers / Te Kauwae-a-Māui, is a headland at the…
Craggy Range
Situated beneath Te Mata Peak, this estate produces single-vineyard wines and includes an on-site restaurant and boutique accommodation.
D Waipunga Falls
A 40-meter tiered waterfall visible from State Highway 5. The site features two separate falls dropping over basalt columns.
E Te Mata Peak
399-meter summit providing 360-degree views of the Heretaunga Plains. Includes 99 hectares of walking and mountain biking trails through native bush and redwoods.
F Ocean Beach
Sandy surf beach with large dunes and views of Bare Island, used for swimming and shore fishing.
Arataki Honey
Visitor center and production facility featuring live bee displays and tastings of Manuka and native New Zealand honeys.
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 is a commercial spaceport located close to Ahuriri Point at the southern tip of Māhia Peninsula, on the east…
Splash Planet
Outdoor water and theme park featuring water slides, a lazy river, bumper boats, and a miniature railway.
Mission Estate Winery
Established in 1851, this is New Zealand's oldest winery. The site features a restored historic seminary and an outdoor concert amphitheater.
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