Zest Food Tours has been helping visitors discover fresh tastes in New Zealand’s café capital since 2003. Our friendly, local guides showcase Wellington, its history, art and eclectic architecture in ways that only locals can, in partnership with our lovely artisan providers, which are relationships developed over many years. We only take small groups (maximum 8 people) and aim to ensure all guests go away with memorable personalised experiences, and a thorough understanding of what makes... More...

Waiheke Daily Boutique Wine Tour

Wine Tour - Auckland - Starting from $115.00 per person

Our guide will get you on board our luxury bus with panoramic windows for uninterupted viewing of the gorgeous sites on Waiheke Island. You will see plenty of the Island on this tour and experience gorgeous wines, and learn alot about Waiheke from our experience NZ Tour Guides. More...

North Island Favorites Tour from Auckland in Small Groups (2 Days)

Maori - Auckland - Starting from $585.00 per person

Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua, Huka Falls & Taupo!

Be guided through the galaxy of glowworms at the world-famous Waitomo caves. Journey through Middle Earth on the award-winning Hobbiton movie set tour. Experience the truly amazing geothermal activity of Rotorua and the Taupo Volcanic Zone, a true 'hotspot' of wonder!

All this on a 2 day fully guided small group with one of our exceptional guides, in a comfortable vehicle that takes care of you in style. More...

Napier Wine Tour with Chef's Platter

Wine Tour - Napier - Starting from $165.00 per person

Join this wonderful tour to enjoy tastings at four different wineries and a Chef's platter luncheon with a glass of wine at the Mission Estate winery.
The tour includes a seated tasting with a complimentary cheese board at Linden Estate. The final tasting will be at the Tony Bish Urban winery in Ahuriri. At the conclusion of this tasting you will have guide access to the barrel hall and the amazing Golden Egg fermentor. More...

Full-Day Wellington Foodie Experience

Culinary & Gourmet Tour - Wellington - Starting from $388.00 per person

Discover why Wellington is known as the coffee and craft beer capital of New Zealand on a 7-hour culinary tour. With a guide who introduces you to the vast array of taste sensations in the city, you'll enjoy an experience you wouldn't be able to have on your own. Visit local purveyors such as a cheese importer and a spice shop to sample and learn about Wellington's foodie culture. Tour is limited to 10 people to provide a small-group experience. More...

Auckland Craft Beer Walking Tour

Beer & Brewery Tour - Auckland - Starting from $125.00 per person

New Zealand may be best known for its wine, but this tour is for the beer-lovers out there. Set out on a 3-hour walking tour of Auckland, tasting delicious craft brews with an informative guide. You’ll visit three locations ranging from historical pubs and brewhouses to newer bars; four to six beer tastings are included at each venue, and the last stop comes with a food pairing. Numbers are limited to 14 people, providing a small-group experience. More...

Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Professional Chef in Auckland

Cooking Class - Auckland - Starting from $232.18 per person

Your host Kelila will take you on a private tour of the Otara market. This multi-ethnic market highlights Polynesian food and culture, selling everything from produce, to Pasifika treasures, clothes, flowers and accessories. As Kelila shows you around, you may buy fresh ingredients to use in your upcoming cooking class.
Later, you will join professional chef Kelila in her kitchen for a hands-on experience, where you will get to cook right along with her. Kelila has been a professional... More...

Auckland to Queenstown - 10 Days Spring Fitness Tour - 26th November

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $5710.00 per person

Join us on the 26th of November to travel the length of New Zealand on a 10 day/ 9 night luxury fitness tour. While on tour with us you will be experiencing some of NZ's best fitness, adventure and extreme activities. Starting in Auckland we will be travelling down through the north island and crossing by ferry to explore our way down the south island. Stopping off to workout and have fun on activities such as the harbour bridge climb, white water rafting, 4x4 buggy driving, clay bird shooting,... More...

Leisure e-Bike Tour on Waiheke Island - departing from Auckland City

Bike Tour - Auckland - Starting from $385.00 per person

Full day privately guided e-bike tour of Waiheke Island
This tour starts and ends in Auckland central city with your guide accompanying you throughout the experience.
Meet at our city base for a safety briefing and introduction to your e-bike. From here, the journey begins with a short ride to the Downtown Ferry Terminal (just 5 mins from our central city base) and a relaxing sailing to Waiheke Island by ferry.
Further instruction on how to ride the e-bike will be provided before the... More...

Private Tour: South Auckland Country and Cuisine Tour

Private Tour - Auckland - Starting from $375.00 per person

Explore the hidden secrets of south Auckland on this private 8-hour tour. Spin into the countryside south of Auckland with a private guide, and enjoy the freedom to take in the attractions of most interest. Perhaps visit boutique wineries along the Pohutukawa coast (own expense), play a round of golf at Formosa Golf Club, or stroll among the flowerbeds at the Auckland Botanical Gardens. Alternatively, visit Ambury Regional Park or explore the mighty Hunua Falls. This private tour includes... More...