Top Things to do in Matakana
The 7 Best Wine Tours & Tastings in Matakana, North Island
Matakana is a small town in the Rodney District of New Zealand. Warkworth lies about 9 km to the south-west, Snells Beach the same distance to the south, Omaha is about 7 km to the east, and Leigh about 13 km to the north-east.
Restaurants in Matakana
1. Matakana "riverside farmers markets, beaches and wineries" - Saturday
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
What more could you want!? Join us this Saturday and you’ll visit a local farmers market with the best produce NZ has to offer in an idyllic location, visit a top winery in the area, and checkout an incredible beach in a regional park. All in one day!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By KittanaAlencar
We have been in Auckland and we had luck to meet our amazing tour guide Mark sweetheart from Ireland. He is a gentlemen,the owner of Gowander,funny guide and driver, who brought us to Coromandel,a beautiful beach and the warm water beach. Mark show us the best way to get to the beach you can walk between the mountains even we get a water taxi????to go back. Mark was funny and relax he also can help you to get a perfect picture ????. Mark Make the day more
2. Private tour - Matakana Art and Wine Village
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Inclusions: • Pick up & drop off at Hotel. • Complimentary Snacks & Water. • Sightseeing in Matakana Village. • Matakana Village Farmers Market (operates on Saturdays) • Sculptureum Art Experience. • Wine Tasting & Lunch. • Chocolate Tasting. • Hokey Pokey Ice Cream
Inclusions: Lunch (if option chosen), Professional Driver/guide, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By AdiS491
The tour of the set was excellent. The place is a well oiled machine from ticket office to bus ride etc. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the movies and all other aspects . The movie set was awesome and the gardens amazing . Even if you’re not a movie buff the experience and sheer brilliance of PJ et al is totally worth it . Having a drink ( free) at the Green Dragon ???? was fantastic.
3. Matakana Art and Wine Escape
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
• Pick up & drop off from Auckland Central Hotels. • Complementary Snacks & Water. • Luxury Transport From Auckland • Honey Centre Tour & Complementary Honey Jar • Vineyard Lunch (Extra Cost) • Sculptureum Admission. • Wine Tasting at Matakana's Top winery • Chocolate Tasting at Award Wining Chocolateirs & Hot Chocolate Drink • Hockey Pokey Ice Cream at Giapo
Inclusions: Professional Driver/guide, Bottled water, Lunch (if option chosen), Snacks, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By AdiS491
The tour of the set was excellent. The place is a well oiled machine from ticket office to bus ride etc. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the movies and all other aspects . The movie set was awesome and the gardens amazing . Even if you’re not a movie buff the experience and sheer brilliance of PJ et al is totally worth it . Having a drink ( free) at the Green Dragon ???? was fantastic.
4. Private Tour North Auckland's Cheese Honey and Matakana Wine Trail
Journey north over the harbour bridge and beyond Auckland's border. Enjoy the delights of the Puhoi Valley Cheese Company, Warkworth Honey Center before a guided tour from the Matakana regions finest vineyards and eateries. Recommended add-on's for this trip are Pakiri Beach Horse Riding
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Round-trip private transfer, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local taxes
Exclusions: Entrance fees for vineyards & tastings
Reviewed By jefeD42
We had Ezy Driver pick us up from the Auckland airport early afternoon and take us to a private glow worm excursion in Waitomo. In order to make it to our excursion we had to carry all of our luggage with us in the vehicle (as our hotel wasn't ready for check in before we had to leave). The drive was 3 hours south into NZs north island. There were 5 of us and we rode in an 11 passenger minivan, it was spacious and clean and fit all of our luggage. Our driver was informative about the area and stopped to let us have lunch at a really good local cafe. He waited with our luggage for the 3 hour glow worm excursion and then drove us back to Auckland to our hotel. Our belongings were safe and our driver was attentive to our needs. Ezy Driver is highly recommended!
5. Magnificent Orewa, Matakana and Coastal experience
A tour which takes advantage of our guides unique and full knowledge of the area built up from 40 years of living and touring.
Inclusions: Admission, In-person guide
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6. Stunning Auckland East Coast Walk & Wine Private Tour
German/English speaking Leave the crowds behind and experience New Zealand's ever changing scenery This tour will take you along the Matakana Wine trail to the breath-taking East Coast Regional Park, set on a remote Peninsula. We will walk along the Pacific Ocean's stunning coastline and experience some of the wider Auckland region's most beautiful white sand beaches, rolling pastures, native coastal forest and regenerating wetlands (about 2 hours). Experience New Zealand's first open nature sanctuary, integrating conservation, recreation and farming. The pest-free habitat provides a safe home for threatened native wildlife…and who knows we might even spot some dolphins. Included in the tour package is a complimentary wine tasting at one of the award-winning vineyards. You will have the option to dine at the winery for lunch (at your own cost). We will head to the 'Parry Kauri Park' where we will "meet New Zealand's green giants"!
Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By jermanyjack
We were Gesa's first customers after the COVID-19 New Zealand lockdown was reduced to Level-2. She gave us the royal treatment and we were much appreciative that we could tour with her during our last week in New Zealand. We can recommend Gesa's knowledgeable and informative tours without reservation!
7. Private Auckland Wine & Dine Matakana Country & Cuisine
Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches, huge Kauri trees, as well as a vibrant food & wine selection with among other things honey, cheeses, yoghurts, wine, chocolate, ice cream and organic blueberries to choose from.
Inclusions: Fully guided Private Tour in Mercedes luxury vehicle, Pick-up/drop-off in Auckland incl airport/cruise terminal., Tour times: 9am to 5pm (flexible)., Complimentary snacks & water., All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives.
Exclusions: Possible entry fees to attractions.
Reviewed By AylaS171
I had the best experience with Time Unlimited Tours, they were so prompt with their service. I had a group of 70 people getting transported from one venue to another. It was absolutely hassle free and my guests were very impressed! They were on time, so kind and helpful. Neill and Ceillhe are the loviest people and I just can't recommend their service enough!! 10/10 across the board. I would use this company again, ANY day of the week!
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