What to do and see in Hawke's Bay Region, North Island: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

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.

The best way to see Napier and Hawke's Bay? Take a tour on the Supertrike!! We look forward to making your experience a memorable one.

At Gannet Bikes we provide you with the opportunity to explore Cape Kidnappers on a Fat Bike. Cycle along this special coastline, along a sandy, gravelly and rocky beach, next to striking cliffs showing the different layers of geology. Towards the end of the beach you’ll come across our amazing gannet colonies. This is a nature trip with a bit of fun and exercise thrown in. If you've never ridden a Fat Bike before, get ready to smile....they're a lot of fun.

A clay target shooting experience for all abilities from beginner to expert. No experience or license is required and all equipment is supplied. A great introduction to clay target shooting, fun group event or practice for the shooting season.

Home to thrilling slides and rides Splash Planet offers something for all. Stay dry with favourites such as Formula Fun Go Karts, Mini Golf and the nostalgic Fantasyland Express or get wet and wild in the awesome water theme park with the Master Blaster and the most extreme ride of all the Sky Castle Screamer.