Zest Food Tours has been providing this unique private gourmet travel experience for two to four guests since 2003. Discerning travellers rarely have the chance to be welcomed into a Wellington foodie’s home and treated to genuine kiwi hospitality for afternoon tea. 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 - collaborations developed over many years.
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Private Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Whakarewarewa Maori Cultural Village

Ports of Call Tour - Tauranga - Starting from $173.75 per person

Visit two of Rotorua’s most famous sites, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Whakarewarewa (The Living Maori Village), on a private tour with an informative guide when your cruise ship docks in Tauranga. Marvel at geothermal wonders such as steaming volcanic vents, boiling mud ponds and natural hot pools in an otherworldly range of colors. Then learn about Maori culture and history, and see landmarks including the Pohutu and Prince of Wales geysers during your visit to Whakarewarewa village. More...

Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided Bike Tour

Bike Rental - Hastings - Starting from $45.00 per person

Visit the wineries of Hawke’s Bay at your own pace on this self-guided bike tour. Collect your bike and spin through the vineyards along the Hawke’s Bay wine route at your leisure. Follow the map provided or simply take your pick of the wineries you find. Visit wineries such as Abbey Cellars, Alpha Domus, the Ngatarawa Estate, the Sileni Estate, Te Awa, or Trinity Hill (own expense), and perhaps sample some of the diverse wines in production. This independent cycling tour includes all... More...

From Source to Sea Remutaka Cycle Tour (9 Hours)

City Tour - Wellington - Starting from $135.00 per person

We will pick you up with a 9am shuttle from your accommodation in Wellington and travel up to either Kaitoke or Maymorn (for a shorter ride). Follow the meandering Hutt River downhill from its source to its end at Seaview, then ride around the coastline to the beautiful Days Bay. You can either drop your bikes off at The Boatshed and go for a paddle on a kayak or SUP, jump on the ferry back to Wellington, or take your 5.30pm shuttle back to your doorstep. 39/46km of moderate riding,... More...

Round-Trip Private Transfer from Auckland to Waitomo

Private Transfer - Auckland - Starting from $1090.00 per person

A day trip from Auckland to Waitomo is definitely recommended. You could enjoy the glowworm caves or take a more exhilarating adventure black water rafting. The Waitomo region has a great range of activities to suit all the family. This round-trip transfer will get you down there in our comfortable vehicles. More...

Sunrise Tongariro Alpine Crossing Guided Walk

Nature Walk - National Park - Starting from $295.00 per person

With the Milky Way at your fingertips and shooting stars streaming in the clarity that only the pre-dawn can achieve, come and see the sunrise at Red Crater and enjoy breakfast alfresco.

Sunrise tours route taken often varies between the standard route to the standard route in reverse, and sometimes a route that takes us back to the start. The route picked is dependent on weather conditions time of year and your needs and ability. The sunrise route is the same route as the daytime... More...

Stunning Auckland East Coast Walk & Wine Private Tour

Private Tour - Auckland - Starting from $301.92 per person

German/English speaking
Leave the crowds behind and experience New Zealand's ever changing scenery
This tour will take you along the Matakana Wine trail to the breath-taking East Coast Regional Park, set on a remote Peninsula. We will walk along the Pacific Ocean's stunning coastline and experience some of the wider Auckland region's most beautiful white sand beaches, rolling pastures, native coastal forest and regenerating wetlands (about 2 hours).
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Wild Coast Cruiser Remutaka Cycle Tour (8 Hours)

City Tour - Wellington - Starting from $175.00 per person

A challenging but rewarding day trip that can be easily lengthened to suit the rider. We shuttle you over the Remutakas and down to Ocean Beach in the Wairarapa before you jump on your bike and head around the coast to Orongorongo. Though beautiful and one of the highlights of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, it can be quite rugged and not for all riders - please read the trail info thoroughly before... More...

Guided 4:30pm Evening Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

City Tour - Napier - Starting from $25.00 per person

A peaceful guided walk in the quiet of the evening after the daytime crowds have departed the city. More...

Matiu Somes Eco Trek

Hiking - Walking - Wellington - Starting from $195.00 per person

Discover Wellington’s extraordinary natural features and contrasts. On this small group tour you will take a 20 minute ferry trip from central Wellington, to land on Matiu Somes Island in the middle of Wellington harbour. More...