Te Aratipi Farm Experience
Experience authentic New Zealand farming life on a private 3,000-acre sheep and beef station in Hawke’s Bay.
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Step beyond the farm gate and experience authentic New Zealand farming life on a privately owned 3,000-acre sheep and beef station in the heart of Hawke's Bay.

Hosted by fourth-generation farming family Ed and Ro Palmer, this exclusive experience offers agenuine behind-the-scenes insight into life on a working farm. Travel across rolling hill country byCan-Am (side-by-side), discover spectacular ridge-top views, meet the animals, and gain anunderstanding of modern farming practices in New Zealand.

No two visits are exactly the same. Depending on the season and what is happening on the farm that day, guests may have the opportunity to observe or participate in aspects of daily farm life, from stock work and animal husbandry through to seasonal farming activities.

A highlight of the experience is a visit to the ridge-top cabins, perched 600 metres above the Pacific Ocean, where you'll enjoy farm-style refreshments while taking in panoramic views stretching across Hawke's Bay and beyond.

Every visit is unique. As a genuine working farm, activities vary throughout the year and are dependent on seasonalfarming operations. Bookings essential and subject to availability. A native tree will be planted through your visit, supporting ongoing conservation and regeneration projects at TeAratipi.
Up to 4 guests (larger groups by arrangement).
Not just another tour...
When you book this tour with Mates Travel.
Private Transportation
Local Knowledge
Animal Encounter
A Day In The Life Of A Real Farm
What you can experience
  • Private hosted experience
  • Travel by Can-Am across a working sheep and beef station
  • Spectacular panoramic views over Hawke's Bay and the Pacific Ocean
  • Visit the historic woolshed and farm yards
  • Meet some of the farm's friendly resident animals
  • Learn about modern New Zealand farming and rural life
  • Insight into native bush regeneration and conservation projects
  • Generous farm-style morning or afternoon tea with refreshments
  • Opportunity to observe seasonal farming activities where available
Itinerary
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Pickup in Napier
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Scenic drive through the Hawke’s Bay countryside
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Arrive at Te Aratipi and meet your farming hosts
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Explore the working sheep and beef farm by Can-Am
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Visit the historic woolshed and farm yards
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Return back to Napier
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Te Aratipi Farm
Experience authentic New Zealand farming life on a private 3,000-acre sheep and beef station in Hawke’s Bay.
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Private Transportation
Local Knowledge
Animal Encounter
Enquire now
FREE cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
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What to Expect
When you book a tour with Mates Travel
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Enquire about booking via our contact page
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We will arrange tour details
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Sit back and enjoy the tour
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What’s Included
Everything arranged so you can simply enjoy the journey.
Private Transportation
Morning or afternoon tea
Refreshments
Additional Information
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