Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Hawke's Bay Region, North Island

SOAK IN THE STORIES. From luxury, private tours to group bookings, our passionate local guides offer a fun and flexible way to experience the rural gems of Hawke's Bay. A Prinsy's Tour will take you that little bit closer to the heart of Hawke's Bay' with an unforgettable wine tour experience. Whether it's an education on our wines, a day's fishing on our finest trout rivers, or even an intriguing insight into rural New Zealand, you'll be sure to have a memorable time. Choose from set driving itineraries or talk to us about making your tour more personal to you. - We combine intimate local knowledge with genuine hospitality to ensure you have a great day out. - At Prinsy's Tours we are passionate about the sustainability of our region and aim to leave only footprints on our environment. - Winners Hawke's Bay Tourism Visitor Experience Award 2017 * 2018 | Qualmark Silver rating. We invite you to see for yourself and learn why guests say our tour exceeded their expectations.

Hop on board our vintage tractor-trailers for a unique, fun eco-experience with your Gannet Beach Adventures guide. Stops along the way give you an insight into how nature’s forces have shaped the cliffs and there are lots of great photo spots during the 4-hour return trip. At the Cape you get plenty of time to enjoy a scenic walk up to the larger Plateau Colony, or you can stay near the beach to relax with a picnic and swim. A moderate fitness level is suggested for the walk up to the top colony. Perfect whether you are travelling solo or with others, the tour is suitable for all ages. Our tour season runs late September to the end of April and departs on the day’s low tide, so start times vary. The gannets, our distinctive tractors, dramatic scenery and fascinating geology of this area will truly amaze you! (Note: The coastline to Cape Kidnappers is subject to unpredictable slips & rockfalls and is a tsunami risk zone - see safety information on our website before booking).

Mohaka Rafting, situated in scenic Hawkes Bay provides trips to suit from mild to wild. Come for a journey through the wilderness, float through the majestic gorges and swim in the rapids if you are feeling brave! Our full day Grade 3 is our most popular trip - cliff jumps, exciting rapids and visit a gold mine in a full day adventure. The Grade 4/5 is for serious rafters with endless twists, turns and drops through a limestone canyon. Our shorter Grade 2 is for young families - a relaxing float. The Grade 2 trip is also available as a cruise ship package with shuttles from Napier included. Rafting expeditions; Camp at thermal pools, float, swim, cliff jump, or sit back and relax your way down the river. Contact us for options from 2 to 5 days.

Exclusive horsetreks for 1 - 5 riders. Small groups, beginners, intermediate and advanced. Individual attention & natural horsemanship techniques training on each ride. Magic Beach Ride, Sparkling River Ride, Clearview Winery Ride & Mystery Ride.

Tour operator - overland tours to Cape Kidnappers, travelling over a working station and thought New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary. Getting to the largest accessible mainland gannet colony in the world - no walking is required.

Takaro Trails, self guided cycle tours of the Hawke's Bay Trails, 187km of off road cycle trails which form part of Nga Harenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail. The trails are the perfect way for visitors to visit our world famous wineries, enjoy some gentle exercise under sunny skies and explore our stunning scenery at their own pace. Takaro is the Maori word for 'play' so put some fun into your Hawke's Bay stay and get out and about by bike!

We are centrally located, directly across the road from the Napier i-Site visitor information centre. Let our beautiful hire bikes take you on an adventure! Over 200km of easy trails to explore - just cross the road and you are on the traffic free oceanfront pathway.

** Opening 16th August 2019** Providing authentic Thai massage for relaxation, health and overall well-being to the region of Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. Massage provided by a certified Thai Massage Instructor with over 14 years experience.