Wairarapa Tours South Wairarapa Cultural Tour Half Day

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About this activity

Journey with us through the breathtaking landscapes of South Wairarapa, where every hill, river, and breeze carries a story. Our guided experience weaves together the rich history of the land, the life-giving waters, and the ancestral stories. Learn about the deep connections between people and environment. Our half day tours (3 hours) invites you to see, feel, and respect Wairarapa in a way that stays with you long after you leave.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Wairarapa Tours

Ages: Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: We provide a morning tea or afternoon tea (depending on the timing).
Included: Lunch
Included: Please bring your bottled water, we will provide a top up of water along the journey.
Included: Depending on the weather we will provide a natural native hot or cold tea along with the trip.

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: We provide opportunities for stops at Coffee shops and therefore takeaway drinks are available at your own cost.

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min

Discover Papawai Marae and hear the stories of the Māori parliament that once stood, the community and economy that once surrounded this area and the continued efforts of Indigenous people to be recognised.
Stop 2

30 min

Experience the history of Martinborough, the historic living communal spaces that once existed and the journey of our food. Also listen to the continued efforts of Indigenous people to be recognized.
Lake Ferry

1 h 30 min

Discover the history of Lake Ferry, the economy and history that once was a staple for Indigenous people in Wairarapa and the stories of loss. We will also have lunch at Lake Ferry Hotel.
Lake Wairarapa

30 min

Listen to the stories of a lake that is intrinsically linked to our family. The detrimental impact of it, the loss of land, of family and of the hope our future generations bring for us all.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Please bring comfortable shoes, jackets for changing weather, sun protection and a Water Bottle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.