What to do and see in Te Awanga, North Island: The Best Things to do Good for Couples

Thanks for finding us in the vastness of the Internet. We're a young, dynamic, fun company that loves cycling, wine, the ocean, beach, rivers, peaks, fields, orchards, long lunches, and of course sunny days and friends to enjoy them with. Our business is about providing experiences. Our kick-ass bikes and awesome location helps us to do this. We have classic beach cruiser bikes from California for hire. They have wide comfortable seats (no wedgies!), swept back handlebars, baskets, bells, and oversize tires….perfect for relaxed cycling. We are conveniently located right on the Kidnappers Cycle Trail, our driveway connects to the off-road limestone pathway network. We are surrounded by a hub of activities and attractions, making it super easy to be right in the action of it. We have recommended self-guided rides ranging from 6km to 25km or you are welcome to explore your own way. We are the ideal group activity for reunions, celebrations and corporate team building.

Established in 2003, Elephant Hill is located within a stone’s throw of the Pacific Ocean on the idyllic Te Awanga coast of Hawke’s Bay on New Zealand’s North Island. The winemaking at Elephant Hill is driven by tradition while not losing sight of what innovation can bring to the blend. Our aim is to make wines that are balanced and elegant and a true expression of the vineyards they come from. Attention to detail, hard work and an absolute commitment to quality are the hallmarks of both our viticulture and winemaking.

Nestled on an elevated site in the foot hills that hug Te Awanga, our cellar door has views down through our 42 acres of vines, across the Te Awanga basin and out to the wide blue Pacific Ocean. Decked out in white and plywood, our home in the Bay, with its sea views and salty air, is reminiscent of a New Zealand summer spent at the bach (holiday home). Chill, take your time and taste your way across the range from award-winning winemaker Rod McDonald – Trademark, Quarter Acre, Te Awanga Estate, One Off, and Mister. All day wine tasting and grazing (our menu changes seasonally, but check our website for our style of food) works by local artists and once a month during summer, we hold our world-famous-in-Te Awanga Sunday Sessions with live music from local artists on our front lawn. Or down-tools and stay a while in our cosy but cool Vineyard Apartment above the cellar door.

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