Discover New Zealand’s rich heritage on Zozo Travel Limited's one-hour Te Papa Highlights Tour. Dive into Māori culture, natural wonders, and the world’s only colossal squid in Wellington’s flagship museum.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, including those with limited mobility as the route is indoors and flat.
Wildlife
History
Te Papa opened in 1998 as New Zealand’s national museum, integrating traditional Māori concepts with modern museology.
Conservation
Te Papa actively promotes sustainability through educational programs and by minimizing its operational carbon footprint.
Zozo Travel Limited
Discover New Zealand’s rich heritage on Zozo Travel Limited's one-hour Te Papa Highlights Tour. Dive into Māori culture, natural wonders, and the world’s only colossal squid in Wellington’s flagship museum.
Zozo Travel Limited is a Wellington-based tour operator specialising in personalized day trips and multi-day experiences across Wellington and the Wairarapa.
The company offers a curated selection of private and small-group tours that highlight New Zealand’s film heritage, coastal landscapes, and culinary producers. Key itineraries include Martinborough wine tours, Wairarapa coastal hikes and lighthouse visits, Wellington movie and Wētā Workshop excursions, Te Papa guided highlights, craft brewery circuits, and food-focused walks in Petone.
Zozo Travel Limited arranges private and Mandarin-language departures, combining local guide expertise with comfortable transportation. Guests can choose half-day, full-day, or overnight options, from three-hour city highlights to two-day overnight coastal adventures.
Tours feature wine tastings at multiple wineries, cheese and chocolate tastings, brewery samplers, and scenic stops such as Mount Victoria and Cape Palliser. Safety, punctuality, and knowledgeable commentary are central to each itinerary. Vehicles and routes are planned to maximize sightseeing while allowing relaxed tasting and walking segments.
Reservations can be tailored for dietary requirements and group size. The company partners with local wineries, cafes, breweries, Wētā Workshop, and cultural institutions to provide authentic, bookable experiences.
Zozo Travel Limited is suitable for visitors seeking food and wine experiences, film and cultural tours, bilingual Mandarin tours, and small-group private travel from Wellington. The operator’s program covers Martinborough, Petone, Miramar, Mount Victoria, Te Papa, and coastal Wairarapa destinations, offering a practical way to explore the region’s scenery, cuisine, and creative industries.
Booking information and specific departure times are available on request, with options for private charters online.
Tours Offered
14
Private and small-group itineraries
Film & Culture
Wellington movie tours
Wētā Workshop and Mount Victoria
Mandarin Guides
Mandarin tours available
Chinese-language small-group options
Tour Lengths
3hr–2 days
Half-day to overnight adventures
Book a Martinborough winery day, Wellington movie magic private tour, or Wairarapa overnight adventure — private and Mandarin options available.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour starts to allow time for check-in at the Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Language-Specific Tour
This tour is conducted in Mandarin; book accordingly if this fits your language preference for the best experience.
Comfortable Footwear Recommended
Although the tour is indoors and one hour long, comfortable shoes will keep you steady while walking through exhibits.
Photography Allowed
Feel free to take photos of the exhibits, but avoid flash photography to protect sensitive artworks and specimens.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Provide stability and comfort while navigating the museum’s extensive galleries.
Light Waterproof Jacket
Useful in Wellington’s variable weather, especially when traveling to and from the museum.
spring|fall|winter
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your visit and throughout the day as Wellington can get warm.
summer
Notepad or Mobile Device
For jotting down interesting facts or capturing notes about the exhibits.