Spend a full day uncovering Wellington's rugged coastline, sweeping city views, and cultural landmarks with XPLOR Tours. From Mount Victoria's lookout to the legendary Weta Cave, experience the best of New Zealand’s capital in one guided journey.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking with some hills and stairs.
Wildlife
History
The tour highlights Wellington's maritime past, notably the Wahine ferry disaster of 1968, which deeply shaped local collective memory.
Conservation
Efforts to protect coastal ecosystems and native bush areas like Otari Bush Reserve promote sustainable tourism and urban biodiversity.
XPLOR Tours
Spend a full day uncovering Wellington's rugged coastline, sweeping city views, and cultural landmarks with XPLOR Tours. From Mount Victoria's lookout to the legendary Weta Cave, experience the best of New Zealand’s capital in one guided journey.
XPLOR Tours is a Wellington-based tour operator offering curated day trips and transfers across Wellington and Kapiti. The company runs a mix of full-day and half-day experiences that highlight the region’s natural landscapes, cinematic history and wine country. XPLOR Tours provides guided visits to Mount Victoria viewpoints, Weta Cave/Studios precincts, Te Papa Museum and scenic coastal drives, plus transfers to Kapiti for wildlife and nature-focused excursions.
Tours range from a 3.5-hour half-day tour of Wellington to 6.5–7-hour full-day itineraries, giving visitors flexible options to match schedules and interests. XPLOR Tours lists a Kapiti Nature Tour (transfer), Full Day and Half Day tours of Wellington, dedicated Full Day and Half Day Lord of the Rings tours, and a Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour. Each itinerary emphasizes local knowledge, reliable transfers and curated stops that suit international and domestic travellers.
XPLOR Tours operates from Wellington and promotes well-planned routes, clear meeting points and small-group attention to help visitors make the most of limited time. The operator focuses on consistent delivery of set-length tours and experiences, making it straightforward for guests to compare options and book the right tour for scenery, film-locations or wine tasting. The business is positioned as a practical, local choice for exploring Wellington, Kapiti and nearby Martinborough with guided convenience and region-specific expertise.
Base Location
Wellington
Tours depart from Wellington city
Tour Lengths
3.5–7 hrs
Half‑day and full‑day options
Film Tours
Lord of the Rings
Wellington film‑location visits
Wine Tours
Martinborough
Full‑day vineyard itineraries
Reserve a full-day or half-day tour with XPLOR Tours for iconic viewpoints, film locations and vineyard visits — limited seats per departure.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
Expect uneven paths at outdoor spots like Mount Victoria and Botanic Gardens, so bring comfortable, supportive footwear.
Bring a camera with zoom
Capture panoramic cityscapes and detailed shots at Weta Cave without missing a moment.
Pack weather-appropriate layers
Wellington’s coastal climate can shift quickly; have windbreakers and light rain gear on hand.
Budget extra for lunch
Lunch isn’t included, but local cafés like Chocolate Fish offer great quality and cozy atmospheres nearby.
Comfortable walking shoes
For navigating city streets, gardens, and uneven trails with ease.
Windbreaker or rain jacket
Wellington’s coastal winds and sudden showers demand weather protection.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning vistas and unique cultural stops throughout the tour.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during your full-day adventure around the city and coast.