
Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 225 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington worth booking?
Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington is a 10-hour experience in Wellington, New Zealand, from $221 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 225 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (225)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $221 per person
Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection of Martinborough wineries, on this full day tour. Lunch will be served at a vineyard restaurant before the tour heads to the south Wairarapa coast. Visit the rugged coastal village of Ngawi and the North Island's largest permanent seal colony as well as a drive by of the famed “Paths of the Dead” from Lord of the Rings, the Putangirua Pinnacles. Finally climb the steps to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for epic sweeping sea views before heading to the Lake Ferry Hotel on the edge of Lake Onoke for dinner. This 10 hour tour takes in a variety of stunning landscapes in the greater Wellington region.
What you get
About this experience
Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection of Martinborough wineries, on this full day tour. Lunch will be served at a vineyard restaurant before the tour heads to the south Wairarapa coast. Visit the rugged coastal village of Ngawi and the North Island's largest permanent seal colony as well as a drive by of the famed “Paths of the Dead” from Lord of the Rings, the Putangirua Pinnacles. Finally climb the steps to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for epic sweeping sea views before heading to the Lake Ferry Hotel on the edge of Lake Onoke for dinner. This 10 hour tour takes in a variety of stunning landscapes in the greater Wellington region.
What's included
Included
- Local accommodation (hotel) or cruise ship pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic beverages
- Wine tasting fees
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Local driver guide
- Dinner (main dish and one drink)
- Lunch (main dish and one drink)
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Kaitoke Regional Park
Cross the swing bridge to access a loop track through virgin native podocarp-hardwood forest including Kahikatea trees over 1000 years old. Optional visit to Rivendell LOTR film site also available.
30 minutes here
Enjoy spectacular views from the summit of the Remutaka Ranges.
10 minutes here
C'est Cheese
Visit C'est Cheese and sample some of their locally produced products (subject to seasonal availability)
15 minutes here
Schoc Chocolates
Schoc Chocolate is a unique artisan chocolate studio located in a super cute colonial cottage on the Main Street of Greytown, next to Cobblestones Museum. Established by qualified chef and counsellor Murray Langham 14 years ago, Schoc has developed a reputation as offering customers an extensive range of premium chocolates with unusual flavour combinations. There are more than 80 different flavour combinations in the tablet range alone including the top three perennial selling flavours lime & chilli, sea salt and lemon & white. Enjoy a tasting of some of their tablet range!
15 minutes here
Poppies Martinborough
Wine tasting and lunch experience at this beautiful boutique winery in Martinborough. Try a variety f their wines and have your favourite served with a vineyard platter lunch.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Pinnacles Track
Drive by of the Putangirua Pinnacles in the Aorangi Forest Park.
10 minutes here
Cape Palliser Lighthouse
Climb the 252 steps to the base of the Cape Palliser Lighthouse at the south eastern most point of the North Island of New Zealand. Enjoy the amazing views out over the Pacific Ocean, the Cook Strait and along Cape Palliser itself.
45 minutes here
Enjoy a wonderful Kiwi dinner at this picturesque old hotel on the shores of Lake Onoke. Sample the best fish n chips in the world or another meal of your choice accompanied by a refreshing craft beer or locally made wine.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Wellington
The tour will depart at 10:00 AM from the Pick Up and Drop Off lane on the Wakefield Street side of Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (217 Wakefield Street). Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The tour will depart at 10:00 AM from the Pick Up and Drop Off lane on the Wakefield Street side of Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (217 Wakefield Street). Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Zozo Travel - Tours of Wellington. Scenic, Winery, Brewery and Foodie Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A moderate amount of walking is involved on uneven surfaces
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 18 years for wine tasting
- To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, participants must be able to enter and exit our vans unassisted, using steps and grab rails. If this basic requirement cannot be met at the start of the tour, our guides reserve the right to decline participation. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 225 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
225 verified traveler reviews for Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The best tour with the best guide
The best tour with the best guide. We saw beautiful landscapes, tasted wine, had good food and got the best guidance. Learned a lot about New Zealand.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for the fantastic review, Tsila! It was a pleasure showing you and Shlomo around on the Zozo Wine and Wild Coast Tour. I’m delighted you enjoyed the beautiful landscapes, wine, food and learning more about New Zealand along the way. Thanks for joining me, and I hope to see you again!
via Viator
Great tour, beautiful landscapes with an excelent guide
We had yesterday the best tour. We saw beautiful places, learned a lot about New Zealand and the area where we traveled, had great food and tated wines. Most exciting was beautiful Wairarapa coast and cape Palliser with their wild life. Phil is the best guide. Very informative, friendly and funny.
via Tripadvisor
Great full day outing with a great guide!
We thouroughly enjoyed our tour with Phil. The viewpoints were amazing and while we were not looking for a cheese or chocolate experience, Phil managed to make those interesting. The Poppies winery tasting was good as was the associated lunch. The drive out to Ngawi and Cape Palliser was long but the rugged terrain, sea surf and fur seals made it worth while. If you are like me, a turtle, you may want to skip the stair climb up to the lighthouse (253 steps) and wonder down toward the surf. Phil has a very varied background and was an enjoyable guide. You will not regret the tour. Oh, last note: the roads tend to be very winding and if you are prone to motion sickness take your dromamine before heading out.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for the fantastic review, William! It was a pleasure having you on the Zozo Wine and Wild Coast Tour. I’m delighted you enjoyed the views, wine, food and rugged Cape Palliser coastline. The winding roads and 253 lighthouse steps certainly add to the adventure! Thanks for your kind words and great advice
via Viator
One of the highlights in my NZ trip
I’m a solo traveler and enjoyed this tour immensely. Phil from Zozo Travel was a fantastic tour guide and very informative. I enjoyed his sense of humor. The trip was very packed, but I didn’t feel rushed; everything was timed efficiently. The tour included a walk in the rainforest, cheese & chocolate sampling, wine tasting, fur seal encounters, see the beautiful coast with the lighthouse and top notch lunch & dinner included, just to name a few. Thanks for a fabulous experience!
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for the wonderful review! It was a pleasure having you along on the Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour. I’m glad you enjoyed the variety of experiences and that we managed to fit so much into the day without it feeling rushed. It was great to share the Wairarapa with you, and I’m delighted it was a highlight of your NZ trip!
via Tripadvisor
Stunning Landscapes and expereicnes
Zozo communicated excellently beforehand, as we needed to change the day, and this continued on the day when the driver was stuck in traffic. The tour was excellent, with Phil, the owner, showing excellent knowledge and a well-paced itinerary that was jam-packed but didn't feel rushed. The highlight for me, likely with the excellent weather, was the trip down the coast to see the Pallister Lighthouse, a climb not for the faint-hearted, and a few surprise seals to boot. Well worth the money, and the dinner was excellent!
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for the fantastic review, Chris! It was a pleasure having you on the Zozo Wine and Wild Coast Tour. I’m delighted you enjoyed the coastal scenery, Palliser Lighthouse, seals and dinner. I’m also pleased the itinerary felt well-paced despite fitting so much in. Thanks for your kind words!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $221 to $380
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 79
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Zozo Travel - Tours of Wellington. Scenic, Winery, Brewery and Foodie Tours, who run 12 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.7.
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Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Wellington.
How much does Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington cost?
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Prices start at $221 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Wellington usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Wellington is not rushed.
Is Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 225 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Wellington, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington?
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Around 79 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Wellington can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Wellington and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Wellington within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Wellington?
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On Outty we rank every Wellington experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island, Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour, Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Wellington?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Wellington?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington?
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Included: Local accommodation (hotel) or cruise ship pickup and drop-off; Alcoholic beverages; Wine tasting fees; Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle; and Live commentary on board. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 25 listed pickup locations in and around Wellington. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Wellington. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington?
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Across 225 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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