Private. Personal. Unhurried. Uniquely, Hawke’s Bay.

Nau mai, Haere mai. Welcome to the beautiful Hawke’s Bay with Long Island Guides.

Long Island Guides deliver luxury, completely private tours of Hawke’s Bay for discerning travellers seeking experiences beyond the standard visitor itinerary.

Hosted by knowledgeable local guides, and personally tailored around you, our experiences connect you with Hawke’s Bay’s exceptional wine, food, Māori culture, landscapes, artists and people.

Our team is passionate about sharing the very best of our stunning region, guided by the Māori values of manaakitanga (hospitality, care and generosity), whanaungatanga (connection, relationships and a sense of belonging), and kaitiakitanga (guardianship, care and protection of our natural and cultural heritage). These values are at the heart of our approach, ensuring every guest feels welcomed, valued and connected to the people, places and environment that make Hawke’s Bay so special.

We are deeply committed to sustainable practices throughout our entire Hawke’s Bay business. Taking full advantage of our region's abundant sunshine, we run our operations and luxury electric vehicles on our own solar energy. By partnering with local sustainable companies, we ensure our environmental impact is as gentle as possible. We also proudly leave a positive footprint, leaving more than we take, with each tour funding native reforestation with Trees that Count.

Beyond our environmental footprint, we are equally passionate about investing in the future of our community. We are dedicated to creating meaningful pathways for local rangatahi (youth) and are currently collaborating on an exciting project to provide young people with the mentorship, support, and opportunities they need to follow their dreams into their chosen careers.