Things to do in Hastings District

Step inside the Craggy Range cellar for an enthralling insight into how its popular wines are produced. Wander around the vine fields where the grapes grow and sit down for a delicious multicourse meal of local cuisine at the estate’s restaurant.

Cape Kidnappers is a dramatic outcrop of jagged sandstone jutting out into the ocean. Hike along a trail with spectacular rock formations and crystal-clear pools to reach the gannet colony. Enjoy a picnic with a magnificent view or play a round at the world-renowned golf course on the headland.

For views of the dramatic Te Awanga Coast and the Pacific Ocean beyond, visit Elephant Hill Estate Winery. Its pristine vineyards extend before the water, showcasing the acclaimed grapes that produce wine you can sample on the premises. Admire the spectacular design of the winery, its architecture in perfect harmony with the gorgeous surroundings.

Enjoy sweeping views across mountain ranges and the Tukituki River from Te Mata Peak.

Get away from the crowds and bask in the spectacular surroundings of Ocean Beach. This long, gently curving beach sits on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island and looks out over the South Pacific Ocean. Ocean Beach is a much-loved location among families and watersport enthusiasts that reside in the Hastings District of the Hawke’s Bay Region.