Step into a chocolate lover’s dream at Silky Oak Chocolates. You’ll enjoy a selection of handcrafted chocolates, served in Silky Oaks boutique factory shop. As you savour each bite watch the factory action through the viewing windows. After tasting, explore the fascinating Chocolate Thru’ the Ages Museum, where you’ll journey through 3,000 years of chocolate history – from ancient Aztec traditions to modern-day treats. This self-guided museum is the only comprehensive chocolate museum in the Southern Hemisphere and a hidden gem of Hawke’s Bay.

اكتشف عالم عسل نيوزيلندا الأشهر في عسل أراتاكي. استمتع بلقاءٍ ودود مع فريق عملنا الخبير، الذي سيشاركك قصة النحل الرائعة وكيف يُنتج الذهب السائل. ادخل إلى مركز الزوار التفاعلي لمشاهدة خلية نحل حية، وتذوّق تشكيلةً لذيذةً من أنواع العسل - من عسل البرسيم الناعم إلى عسل المانوكا القوي. إنها تجربةٌ تجمع بين التثقيف والمتعة، مثاليةٌ لجميع الأعمار.

Enjoy a visit to Birdwoods Gallery – Set in the beautiful Hawke’s Bay countryside just outside Havelock North, Birdwoods is a charming destination featuring an eclectic art gallery, expansive sculpture garden, cosy café and an old-fashioned sweet shop. Housed in a lovingly restored historic church hall, it’s the perfect place to enjoy locally inspired food, browse unique art and handmade treasures, and soak up the relaxed gardens and creative atmosphere.

We will take you to a Kiwi gem to Experience a true Kiwi classic, real fruit ice cream — a refreshing swirl of creamy vanilla ice cream or yoghurt blended on the spot with fresh seasonal berries or fruit. This beloved New Zealand treat bursts with natural fruit flavours and is the perfect way to cool down while savouring the taste of our local produce. Location will be decided when we finalise your tour but will be Napier, Hastings or Havelock North depending on season and opening hours. * We are Cruise ship friendly and willing to change start times based on cruise ship arrival and departure. Book on our Mates Travel website to get this organised. * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website. * This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, the tour may be rescheduled or cancelled. In that case, we’ll contact you with alternative dates, tours or offer a full refund.