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Hawkes Bay

Wine Country

A mere 1½ hour drive from Taupo over the ranges that to a Mediterranean climate; Hawkes Bay has long hot summers as well as clear blue skies in the middle of winter. Hawkes Bay is one of the sunniest regions of New Zealand. Sheltered by ranges to the west the Hawkes Bay landscape opens up to reveal rolling hills and fertile plains. The perfect environment for orchards and, of course, internationally acclaimed wineries.

The city of Hastings and the township of Havelock North are nestled among the orchards and vines. The Art Deco City of Napier sits by the glistening waters of the Pacific - paradise!

With an annual average of 2200, sunshine hours are high, while rainfall and humidity are low. In fact, Hawkes Bay has the second highest sunshine hours and the lowest rainfall in the North Island, so whatever time of the year you visit, you're pretty much guaranteed to have sunny, dry weather - perfect for exploring this stunning region.

Craggy Range Bay View Beach Te Mata Estate Winery

Cape Kidnappers marks the southern-most point of the bay. The cape is a short drive out of any of Napier, Hastings or Havelock North, and a walk along the coast under its distinct rugged cliffs, an excursion to see the world's largest mainland Gannet colony, or teeing off at one of the world’s top 50 golf courses makes for a great day trip.



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Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8 Week Course (April/May) Disney's High School Musical On Stage! Indy Nights - Late Night Shopping
Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8 Week Course (April/May)
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawkes Bay
From Wednesday 29 April 2026 to Wednesday 17 June 2026
Disney's High School Musical On Stage!
Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawkes Bay
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Indy Nights - Late Night Shopping
Napier CBD Various Locations, Napier, Hawkes Bay
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Barrons On The Beach - Napier Holiday Home - Holiday Home.

Situated 2.5 km from Pania of the Reef Statue, 4.2 km from Bluff Hill Lookout and 8 km from Mission Estate Winery,...

Half-Day Napier Art Deco TourHalf-Day Napier Art Deco Tour - Half-day Tour - Napier. Starting from $60.00 per person.

This 2.5-hour Napier Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this fantastic City has...

 

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