Baring Head Lighthouse Walk The Baring Head Lighthouse Walk is a must-visit for those interested in the history and natural beauty of Wellington. The 6km round trip walk starts from the Wainuiomata car park and offers panoramic views across the Cook Strait and the distant Kaikoura Ranges. Along the trail, visitors can explore WWII-era bunkers and enjoy the unique geological formations. The lighthouse itself is a significant historical and functional landmark, standing 12.2 meters tall and powered by a solar-powered LED beacon. The area is part of a conservation effort, with ongoing restoration work including the refurbishment of the lighthouse keepers’ cottages and plans to transform the old...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission fee
Bottled water
stop off on the return journey for a quick coffee or tea at the local coffee bar
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks not included in price
Meeting Points
Departure
136 Wakefield Street
customers can meet at tour bus stop on Wakefield street nxt to the information centre
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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sturdy footwear must be worn as walking on stones
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If weather is windy people are advised to wear or have jackets available as this area is open to harsh weather conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Baring Head Lighthouse Walk The Baring Head Lighthouse Walk is a must-visit for those interested in the history and natural beauty of Wellington. The 6km round trip walk starts from the Wainuiomata car park and offers panoramic views across the Cook Strait and the distant Kaikoura Ranges. Along the trail, visitors can explore WWII-era bunkers and enjoy the unique geological formations. The lighthouse itself is a significant historical and functional landmark, standing 12.2 meters tall and powered by a solar-powered LED beacon. The area is part of a conservation effort, with ongoing restoration work including the refurbishment of the lighthouse keepers’ cottages and plans to transform the old...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission fee
Bottled water
stop off on the return journey for a quick coffee or tea at the local coffee bar
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks not included in price
Meeting Points
Departure
136 Wakefield Street
customers can meet at tour bus stop on Wakefield street nxt to the information centre
Return
Itinerary
1
Old Government Buildings
We leave wellington passing what is locally known as the beehive (wellington government buildings)
2
Petone Foreshore
We travel along state highway one then onto state highway 2 beside wellington harbor towards Petone and travel along Petone esplanade towards wainuiomata hill
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Wainuiomata
we climb over into the valley of wainuiomata home of famous all black legend Tana Umaga and Piri Weepu were we travel for about 30 minutes weaving our way down coast road to the car park below the lighthouse
4
Baring Head Lighthouse
We arrive at the car park were we disembark for a a choice of two walks
1/ straight to lighthouse is a 1hr walk eachway or
2/ with the grand loop that covers 6.5 to 8km walk that takes 3 to 4 hours
