Top Napier Cruises & Sailing

Cruise ship passengers who want an active adventure while on land will love this white-water rafting expedition from Napier. The rapids are an easy class II, so even first-timers and older kids can join in. Admire the views of the native bush, listen to birdsong, and even go for a swim in the gentle river if you like. Photos of your trip will be provided after.

See and experience Hawke's Bay highlights on this half-day shore excursion designed for travelers with limited time. Explore Art Deco Napier and Hastings, learning about the events behind this artistic style. Continue to Bluff Hill and Te Mata Peak for stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The tour also includes a visit to Hastings, named NZ's best town, with drives through orchards and vineyards that explain the fruit industry.

Nature lovers will enjoy this shore excursion from Napier to the gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers. Make the most of a short time on land on a bird-watching safari. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited mobility because you’ll be driven up close to the gannets. Admire the coastal views as well as the sight of thousands of birds.

Discover the rural beauty and Art Deco architecture of Hawke’s Bay on a half-day shore excursion from Napier. Travel through orchards, vineyards, and farming areas, visit the Arataki Honey Visitor Centre for honey tasting, and enjoy panoramic views from Te Mata Peak. All transport is by climate-controlled vehicle, making this tour a perfect introduction to the region’s landscapes and history.

Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand's premier wine regions—experience the best of it during a stress-free guided tour to four premium wineries, including Mission Estate and Trinity Hill. Taste a wide range of local wines, learn about winemaking, and visit New Zealand's oldest winery. This small-group tour includes all tastings and pizza for lunch, with hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

If you’re short on time in Napier but want to see—and taste—its highlights, join a half-day small-group tour to make the most of it. This guided tour is especially designed for cruise ship passengers. Visit renowned Hawkes Bay vineyards, Art Deco buildings, the rocky wave of Te Mata Peak, and more. Fuel up on wine, cheese, and crackers, too.

We start your tour with the centenary gardens and waterfall then up to the Bluff hill lookout where we look down on the port and Northern parts of Napier. out along the Marine parade pointing out the highlights of this area. we now drive out through the orchards and farmland of the TukiTuki Valley and get to see the animals and get that scenic photo, onto Havelock north and up Te Mata Peak, 360 degree views and 400 meters above sea level. down again to the Arataki Honey Visitor centre for the bee displays and tasting up to 12 unique honey flavors. next to the Figgery where we lean about the fig's and taste some of the products available. now back to Napier for some retail therapy if time is permitting.

Explore the best of Napier’s wine and craft beer scene on this small-group tour designed for both cruise ship passengers and land-based visitors. Visit either two Hawke's Bay wineries or one winery and a craft brewery for samples at each destination. This tour also includes a stop in Napier’s Art Deco center as well as pickup and drop-off from Napier Port or your accommodation, for added convenience.

We start your day by driving to the Famous Hawkes bay Farmers Market, where you can stroll through the grounds and and taste local products otherwise not available on a Sunday or have a bacon sandwich or a fresh squeezed juice whilst listening to the live music, onto Te Mata Peak not to be missed by any traveler to Hawkes bay, with its 360 degree views from 399 meters above sea level. back down to the Arataki Honey centre with the live bee displays (behind glass) and the chance to sample up to 12 different Honeys. Next we drive to the home of Silky Oak chocolates for a look at the range of products available and if we wish to buy we can. Lastly we drive to the top of Bluff Hill and Look out to the North of Napier and over look the port .

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery when touring the Hawke’s Bay’s wineries when you join our tour with hotel pickup. Sample wines at up to four internationally recognised wineries, enjoy a complimentary cheeseboard, and learn to translate winemaking jargon into plain English. This half-day tour offers a personal experience with a small group of travelers, leaving you free to enjoy the region’s celebrated wines without planning hassles.

Instead of just setting out to explore the natural landscapes and landmarks near Napier, combine the trip with a culinary experience on this half-day small-group minivan tour. Listen to facts about the region from your driver-guide that most guidebooks miss before dining on a range of authentic snacks, from Te Mata figs to locally-sourced honey.

Make the most of a short time on land with this half-day tour of Napier’s highlights, especially designed for cruise-ship passengers. Tour the Art Deco city in an Art Deco bus with large windows and a rear viewing deck for taking great photos. Hear live commentary as you visit the Celestial Star Compass Māori monument, Silky Oak Chocolate Company, and the Art Deco National Tobacco building photo stop.

We are the only Kombi in Napier doing tours. The 1970 Kombi is fully restored, exclusive to 6 guests only making your tour a very personal experience. Craig loves taking out visitors and showing off the gorgeous Napier, Hawkes Bay!

Taste your way through the wine and cheese of four Hawkes Bay cellar doors. Sit back and relax on your wine tour in a fully restored 1970 Retro Kombi Van while your guide provides you with commentary on the wine and region. Snap photos of the unique Hawkes Bay scenery between sips.

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved building and cellar. Drive through historic Taradale, lined with charming villas and early settler cottages that tell the story of Hawke’s Bay’s wine pioneers. Next, we will visit Church Road Winery, est in 1897 by Tom McDonald, father of NZ’s fine reds. To finish, we’ll take you up to Bluff Hill Lookout for sweeping views over Napier Port, the Pacific Ocean, and Napier’s Art Deco skyline. Experience the heritage in every glass! - Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery - Explore historic cellars and buildings - Guided tastings of premium Hawke’s Bay wines - Learn the region’s winemaking history - Travel through scenic countryside - Expert guide offering rich historical context * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website.

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and enjoy wildlife in the estuary wetlands. The trail turns inland along Tukituki River valley vineyards. You can visit up to 4 wineries. Enjoy local cuisine, wine tasting or a glass of wine before our shuttle comes to take you back to Napier. This is a self-guided bike ride, you'll be provided map with directions and highlights. The route is 28km (17 mile) long and almost all cycle trail. Hospitality venues: Askerne Wines- open Mon-Sun Craggy Range - open Mon-Sun (requires 5km detour, booking essential) Te Mata Estate - open Mon-Sun Black Barn - open Mon-Sun Return shuttle departs Black Barn at 4pm. Booking wine tasting and lunch is recommended, especially on weekends. E-bike sizes XXS–XL, for heights 140 - 200cm

Step into the heart of Te Matau-a-Māui (Hawke's Bay) on an authentic cultural journey through the stories, landscapes, and living traditions of Ngāti Kahungunu. As you travel through Napier, Hastings, and Havelock North, your guide will bring the region to life through captivating storytelling, connecting each place to the people, legends, and history that have shaped it for generations. Journey to culturally significant sites including Ōtātara Pā, Ngā Pou o Heretaunga, and Te Mata Peak, and hear the story of the Battle of Ōmarunui and the enduring legend of Pania of the Reef. Each stop offers a deeper connection to the history, whakapapa, and culture woven into the landscape. More than a sightseeing tour, this is a meaningful opportunity to experience Māori culture through authentic storytelling, spectacular scenery, and a deeper understanding of the enduring relationship between our people and whenua (land). Nau mai, haere mai—come, journey with us. Small-group tour.

Explore Art Deco Napier and surrounding areas in the comfort of our classic Black London Taxi Limo. Seating capacity is up to Five passengers. Four is recommended. Complete with Red carpet to make you feel a bit like royalty. We offer a standard 2.5 Hour Tour of Napier and surrounding countryside. We are able customise this private tour to your liking by adding points of interest, Wineries, or Food destinations and Scenic drives with great views. Tour time can be flexible to suit your availability and needs. Extra stops for visits, tastings and photos can be arranged. We also offer Limo services for any occasion and Shuttle services to or from your accommodation, restaurant, winery and Airport Transfers. Food, Drinks and Tasting fees are not included but we can customise an "All Inclusive" tour for you

The Craggy Range Deluxe is a celebration of Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic landscapes and wine experiences. Your day begins at the world-renowned Craggy Range, where you'll take in the beauty of this architecturally stunning winery, nestled beneath Te Mata Peak. Discover their winemaking philosophy, enjoy a guided tasting of their exceptional wines with a tasty Platter, then take a behind-the-scenes look through the fermentation rooms and underground cellar. From there, we ascend to the summit of Te Mata Peak, where panoramic views stretch across the Heretaunga Plains to the coastline—an unmissable highlight that captures the heart of Hawke’s Bay. After soaking up the beauty of Craggy Range and Te Mata Peak, we’ll make our way to a second boutique winery, often Te Mata Estate, for one more tasting experience. Note: The second winery is often Te Mata Estate, but it may change depending on availability This is a small Group Tour To request customisations, Book on our Mates Travel website

Make the most of a short time on land as your cruise docks in Napier on a half-day shore excursion that includes two of the city’s highlights: Art Deco architecture and wine. Take a tour of the city’s celebrated Art Deco buildings and learn about the earth-shaking history that led to it. Visit a top winery in the North Island’s largest wine-producing region and sample some of its finest wines.

Tour Napier’s distinctive Art Deco heritage in style on this vintage car tour of the city. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back to the 1930s as you drive past some of the city’s must-see buildings in a vintage Packard car. Your local guide will tell you all about the earthquake of 1931 and the Art Deco architecture that emerged afterwards, so you can just relax in the back seat.

Designed exclusively for two, this Hawke’s Bay wine experience combines fine wine, a two-course winery lunch and the comfort of a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Your knowledgeable local host tailors the day to your wine preferences, choosing four premium cellar doors around availability and the best experiences on the day. Tasting fees, lunch, and pickup and return from your Hawke’s Bay accommodation are included. Between wineries, enjoy Hawke’s Bay scenery and regional stories at an unhurried pace. With no other guests and no fixed, one-size-fits-all route, this tour is ideal for couples celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, birthday or simply enjoying a memorable day together.

Created for private groups of four to six who want to explore Hawke’s Bay wine in comfort and at an unhurried pace. Travel in a Mercedes-Benz V-Class with your knowledgeable local host, visiting four premium wineries selected around your tastes, cellar-door availability and the best experiences on the day. All tasting fees are included, along with an artisanal cheese platter to share. Expect thoughtful wine conversation, regional stories and time to enjoy each stop—without a crowded coach or a fixed, one-size-fits-all route. Pickup and drop-off from your Hawke’s Bay accommodation are included.