Things to Do
Cape Palliser
We are so spoilt to have this specatular coast line right on our door step. Visit the Cape Palliser Lighthouse, watch the seal colonies, observe the amazing limestone errosion, stop and catch a photo with the bulldozers in the Iconic Ngawi settlement, walk the Pinncale walk and or stop in for a delicious lunch at Waimeha Camp Ground or Lake Ferry Hotel. You can easily make a day of this.
Patuna Chasm Walk
A completely beautiful and wounderous walk. The 3 hour walk begins on Patuna Farm, where your then escorted by vehicle to the walk entrance. A hike through the farmland then takes you down into the limestone chasm and it is stunning. A river walk for most of it, and a swim at the end, if that way enclined. A must do. W: Patunafarm.co.nz P: 027633133
Winetours
Martinboroughs spoilt for exceptional Wineries. Either take a guided wine tour, jump on a bike or crocodile bike and make your own way around, even walk.. were lucky enough to be so close to some of the best boutique wine around!
Martinborough Wine tours P: 0223079480
Green Jersey Tours Cycle Hire P: 08002397567
Indi Bike Hire P: 0273066009
Tararua Hiking
The Wairarapa’s doorstep not only has some of the most rugged and scenic coast line but we back onto some beautiful hikes and trails. If you enjoy this type of adventure click here for some advice on these local walks. W: Alltrails.com
River Kayaking
Enjoy a a casual river Kayak down the Ruamahunga River. Kahutara Taxidermy & Canoes P: 0223088453 – 0211765608
Remutaka Cycle Trail
The Remutaka Cycle Trail is one of New Zealand’s Great Rides. Green Jersey has the most experience and best options for riding this fantastic trail. Explore urban river trails, a mountain pass beautiful lakes and country side finished with wild coastal riding.
Choose to explore the Remutaka Rail Trail in a day, or spread your tour over a week! Our bespoke Remutaka cycle tour options offer something for everyone. Whether you are just hiring bikes or looking for luxury supported and guided tours. W: Greenjersey.co.nz P: 08002397567
Star GAZING
Star Safari : Hari and Sam, an astrobiologist and an astrophysicist. They created Star Safari out of thier love for the night sky and the joy of sharing the marvels of the Universe through the lens of science. W: star-safari.nz P: 0212692908
Under the Stars: We come to you with all the equipment needed for a memorable night stargazing. Under The Stars offers the only award winning nomadic astronomy experiences in the Wairarapa, providing private stargazing sessions and school space education wherever you are in the region, Often Colaborating with Ranui Essentials, view the stars in the feilds of Lavender. W: underthestars.co.nz P: 062425194 W: Ranuiessentials.co.nz
sPAS AND bEAUTY
Pure Massage: W: puremassage.co.nz P: 0273249595
Brackenridge Spa Martinborough: W: Brackenridge.co.nz P: 069298513
Beauty Studio Martinborough: W: beautystudiomartinborough.co.nz
P: 021661713
Turret House Spa and Salon: W: turrethousenz.com P:063068469
Le Coiffeur Hair and Beauty: W: Lecoiffeur.co.nz P: 063066290
SHOPPING
Take a walk around Martinboroughs town ship for a pot of shopping, Small gift shops, clothing stores, home decor awaits. Or pop over to Greytown to continur on your shopping spree.
golf and Tennis
Martinboroughs lucky enough to have its own Golf Course and Tennis court so close to town. Fancy a Swing of the Clubs or a run around the court. Bring your clubs and racket for your stay.