Hastings - Heart of Hawke's Bay

Local Tips


The world’s largest mainland gannet colony

October 27th, 2011

Not being from New Zealand, having moved here from Kazakhstan, I was so excited about visiting Cape Kidnappers and seeing these much talked-about gannets! Gannet Beach Adventures offer personally... Read more

Early morning hot air balloon ride

September 26th, 2011

Travelling in a hot air balloon was for me, a tick off my bucket list.  Ready to board the balloon The view Another shot of the view from inside the basket Soaring in the sky watching the... Read more

Quadbiking adventure with On Track Adventures

September 7th, 2011

If you love the outdoors, and looking for a bit of a thrill, you HAVE to try quadbiking at On Track Adventures. Only a 20 minute drive from Hastings CBD, On Track Adventures has 2,000 acres of... Read more

Fabulous family fun at Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo

September 7th, 2011

Whether you are a visitor or a local, the Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo always always lives up to expectation. Situated on the road to the sea side village of Haumoana, the Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo... Read more

Walks, tracks, hot pools and a bit of kiwi spotting

September 7th, 2011

Recently we were lucky enough to be invited to accompany the Department of Conservation on a trip around some great Hawke’s Bay scenic spots. Our first stop was Balls Clearing – seriously... Read more

Get On Yer Bike for a winery cycling tour

September 7th, 2011

Cycling is liberating! It is relaxing, and you get the freedom to do your own thing – at a pace you enjoy. With summer coming on, I reckon it’s time to go on a On Yer Bike winery cycling... Read more

Experience farming first hand at WoolWorld

September 7th, 2011

Many townies have a particular fascination with farming life but rarely get to experience it first hand. At WoolWorld you will be able to take in the sights and sounds of everyday life on a New... Read more

See the world’s largest gannet colony with Gannet Beach Adventures

September 6th, 2011

Gannet Beach Adventures takes you to an iconic part of Hawke’s Bay to see the world’s largest, most accessible mainland gannet nesting site at Cape Kidnappers. The adventure begins at the Clifton... Read more

Horse trekking – Boutique Horsetreks

August 23rd, 2011

This is what it’s all about. Easy living in The Bay. If you’re not afraid of horses and love getting outside in the fresh air, contact Boutique Horsetreks for 1.5 hour, 3 hour and 4 hour... Read more