Our Main Tours
Welcome to the beautiful Hawke’s Bay with Long Island Guides. Our team will ensure you experience the best our stunning region has to offer whilst travelling in air conditioned comfort in one of our late-model luxury vehicles. Whether you are after a half day highlight or a full day immersion, your time with us is guaranteed to be fun, informative and fulfilling. Sit back, relax and let us introduce you to the breathtaking natural landscapes, quality wines, delicious food, friendly people and exciting experiences that are uniquely Hawke’s Bay. We can cater our tours to suit your preferences and desires or you can leave it up to us to surprise you with the best on the day.
Best of the Bay: 4 or 7 hours
Our showcase offering! Exploring the many delights that Hawke’s Bay has to offer with your own private guide. Immerse yourself in our Art Deco heritage, meet a local artist and view their creative works and treat yourself to a relaxing gourmet lunch (full day tours only) at an award-winning restaurant. After lunch visit a world-class winery and sample their speciality wines at their cellar door, or tempt your tastebuds at a local gin distillery, craft brewery or sample the gastronomic delights from local artisan food producers.
Take in the breathtaking scenery including rolling hills, river valleys, colourful fruit orchards, lines of grapevines, stunning seascapes and then see it all from atop the majestic Te Mata Peak. We can incorporate premium wine tastings, local art, museums, a wellness shop and garden, honey factory, beach walks, mountain hikes, private picnics - the choices are endless! The Best of the Bay can be tailored to suit.
Food & Wine Lovers Delight: 4 or 7 hours
Curated to encompass the gastronomic delights on offer in Hawkes Bay. Visit world class wineries and treat yourself to a sumptuous lunch (available for full day tours only) at an award-winning restaurant. Sample gourmet delights from seasonal artisan producers of figs, strawberries, honey, coffee, gin or craft beers. Mix with the locals at a Farmers Market (Sunday only). Premium tastings and enhanced wine experiences available on request (additional costs may apply.) As with the Best of the Bay, you will be mesmerised by the stunning scenery as you journey around our beautiful region. This tour can be tailored to suit.
Hike the Bay: 4 or 7hrs
Let us guide you on a hike or walk, showcasing the stunning landscapes, wildlife, flora and fauna of Hawke’s Bay. Our local guides can take you on various trails, including:
Te Mata Peak: Choose from six hikes (1-3 hours long) featuring giant Redwoods, marine fossils, seismic scarring, sheep grazing farmland and breathtaking views.
Bell Rock: Experience New Zealand's Lion King moment on this full-day tour (7hrs).
Beach or Estuary Walks: Enjoy sand dunes and beaches, estuaries and wetland and witness native birds and other wildlife in their natural habitats.
All hikes are weather dependent and can be adjusted to suit any fitness level. We can also tailor your hike experience to include a winery visit, restaurant lunch or to incorporate other Hawke’s Bay attractions.
Additional Tour Options
Premium Tastings: Craggy Range Giants, Church Road Tom, Pask Library, Te Mata Heritage or Hastings Distillers
Māori Heritage & Culture: Experience a traditional Māori welcome, visit local sites of cultural importance and learn about the Māori history and heritage of Te Matau-a-Māui, Hawkes Bay
Hikes: Full day guided hike to Bell Rock or walk Te Mata Peak, both with picnic lunches.
Beaches: Visit stunning Ocean Beach or Waimarama Beach
Behind the Scenes: Private guided access to the inner workings of a vineyard, orchard or farm
Artists & Art Gallery’s: Explore the creativity of local artists
Farmyard Zoo: An up close encounter with a great selection of farmyard animals
Golf & Cycling: Mike will happily arrange and be your personal guide
Central Plateau Tours: Explore our neighbouring province by car and/or helicopter; one or two day options.
All these tour options are subject to availability and pre-booking - prices are available on application