What to do and see in Greater Wellington, North Island: The Best Things to do Adventurous

November 30, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Wellington, New Zealand including Patuna Farm Adventures, Wellington Adventures - Day Trip, Seal Coast Safari, Kapiti Island Nature Tours, Dive Wellington, Kapiti Heliworx, Castlepoint Lighthouse, Switched on Bikes, Kiwi Coastal Tours, Total Safari New Zealand.
Restaurants in Greater Wellington

1. Patuna Farm Adventures

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5.0 based on 83 reviews

Patuna Farm Adventures

Traditional wairarapa sheep and beef farm with an added beauty of a lime stone chasm walk , formed over 1.3 million years, a 3 hour walk through native bush, and down the Ruakokoputuna river, stalactites, flora and fauna stunning photo opportunity’s, you will get wet!!

2. Wellington Adventures - Day Trip

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5.0 based on 57 reviews

Wellington Adventures - Day Trip

Join us for an exhilarating guided off-road quad bike expedition over one of New Zealands most rugged coastal environments, only 45min from Central Wellington. Our expeditions range from 1.5hrs to 2days, with expert instruction, we will have you confidently riding the latest four-wheel quad bikes in no time!We also offer guide-driven 4WD tours who want to participate but dont want to ride their own quad

3. Seal Coast Safari

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5.0 based on 307 reviews

Seal Coast Safari

Just minutes from the city lies nature's playground! Travel through private land and see wild animals, snow-capped mountains of the South, and stunning views of Wellington. Observe New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural habitat and the Leaning Lighthouse. Listen to stories and relax as you journey around bays and past the world-renowned Red Rocks. Seal Coast Safari has been providing guests with exclusive access to the best scenery in Wellington for over 17 years.

4. Kapiti Island Nature Tours

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5.0 based on 712 reviews

Kapiti Island Nature Tours

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand's most visited places for bird watchers. It is an internationally renowned sanctuary and is blessed with an abundance of native and endangered species like Little Spotted Kiwi, Takahe, and the cheeky Kaka who have not survived so well on the mainland. This nature-inspired setting is the perfect place to experience New Zealand's native birds in their natural environment. Kapiti Island is just 40 minutes north of Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Activities include half and full day nature tours, overnight Kiwi spotting and rare bird tours. The Maori hospitality you will experience on Kapiti Island - one of New Zealand's most precious nature reserves - is unsurpassed.

5. Dive Wellington

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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Dive Wellington

An amazing location, across from Taputeranga Marine Reserve and five minutes from the wreck of the F69 Frigate Wellington. Placing us in the middle of Wellington’s best diving. All within a ten minute drive from Wellington City, we offer a hotel pick up and drop off service when diving with us.Proud to be a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre, we offer daily guided dives and boat charters to make your dive experience enjoyable.

6. Kapiti Heliworx

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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Kapiti Heliworx

Experience the beautiful Kapiti Coast from the air, Scenic Flights, Transfers, snow flights. Tailor made packages.

7. Castlepoint Lighthouse

Masterton Castlepoint Road Castlepoint Scenic Reserve, Castlepoint New Zealand +64 6-377 0700 [email protected] http://www.doc.govt.nz/link/019228ac56674d5fa7bda7156381db6e.aspx
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5.0 based on 179 reviews

Castlepoint Lighthouse

Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.

Reviewed By Judave - Tauranga, New Zealand

A place that has been on our bucket list for a while an amazing spot, wild and wonderful scenery. Make the most and climb up to the lighthouse, really worthwhile the scenery is amazing from the vantage spots around the lighthouse.

8. Switched on Bikes

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5.0 based on 644 reviews

Switched on Bikes

Electric Bike hire and Guided Tours of Wellington. An eBike is the newest and most fun way to see our city. You can easily cruise up Wellington's hills to take in the views or head around the bays, stopping at the cafes on the way. Any level of fitness and ability is okay with an eBike. If you're an experienced rider you'll love riding quick up hills and cover huge distances.

9. Kiwi Coastal Tours

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5.0 based on 200 reviews

Kiwi Coastal Tours

I offer a unique personalised tour and specialise in small groups looking for adventures I have had many years of experience in business and I have a great sense of humour that will keep you entertained though out the adventure

10. Total Safari New Zealand

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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Total Safari New Zealand

At Total-Safari New Zealand, we pride ourselves on providing truly unique, individualized, hunting and fishing tours of New Zealand. We specialise in exploring both the North and South Islands of New Zealand - the way the locals do! Matt Breach and his team are local hunting and fishing experts, and with their flexibility, wide range of activities and locations, you too can experience the best of what "Wild New Zealand" has to offer. Accommodation, meals, transport and equipment are all taken care of. We'll also provide all the support and advice you need to make sure your trip is safe, successful and the experience of a lifetime! At Total Safari NZ we do day trips, overnight experiences, or multi-day / multi-destination tours...We cater for individuals, groups of friends, families and corporate/promotional experiences.

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