Spend a day tasting kiwifruit, avocados and regional superfoods while walking farm tracks and coastal lanes in Western Bay of Plenty. Small-group format brings you close to producers and the agricultural practices that shape this fertile coast.
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You step off the van into a sun-soft morning on the Western Bay of Plenty—orchards stretch green to the horizon, leaves whispering as the coastal wind dares you to breathe deeper. The Kwizine Foodie Tour threads through low-lying farms and coastal reserves, alternating short walks on gravel lanes, farm tracks, and tidy orchard paths with stops at family-run kitchens and packing sheds for hands-on tastings.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to walk several short stretches (up to 1–2 km each) and stand during multiple tastings.
Wildlife
History
The Bay of Plenty’s fertile soils, shaped by volcanic deposits and Māori horticulture, made the area a horticultural hub; European settlers later developed commercial kiwifruit and avocado industries.
Conservation
Local growers increasingly adopt water-efficient irrigation and integrated pest management; visitors help by following biosecurity rules and minimizing single-use waste.
Reserve your spot on the Kwizine Foodie Tour In Western Bay Of Plenty today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Footwear for farm tracks
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes suitable for uneven gravel and orchard rows.
Biosecurity rules
Clean footwear before entering orchards and avoid bringing outside fruit to prevent pests and disease.
Dietary notes ahead
Notify the operator of allergies or dietary restrictions in advance—tastings are small but often include nuts or dairy.
Bring a refillable bottle
Water is limited at rural stops; a reusable bottle keeps you hydrated and reduces waste.
Sturdy walking shoes
Protects feet on gravel lanes, packing sheds and orchard rows.
Light rain jacket
Bay of Plenty weather can change quickly; a packable shell keeps you dry.
spring
Sun hat & sunscreen
Open farm tracks offer little shade—UV protection is important.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated and reduces single-use plastics during the day-long tour.