Kapiti Coast
The Kapiti Coast is the stretch of coastline on the south-west side of the North Island, north of Wellington and opposite Kapiti Island. The Kapiti Coast (once known as The Golden Coast) is less than 20km from Wellington and includes Paekakariki in the south to Otaki in the north. It includes the small towns of Te Horo, Waikanae, Paraparaumu, Raumati Beach and Raumati South.
Kapiti is most famous for its world-renowned bird sanctuary, Kapiti Island which lies about 5km off-shore. Kapiti Island is one of very few island nature reserves in New Zealand made accessible to visitors, giving them the opportunity to observe birds that are either rare or no longer on the mainland. more
A limited number of visitors are allowed each day, permits must be obtained from the Department of Conservation and transport to and from the island is only allowed through authorised boat services. The island featured in Peter Jackson’s film, King Kong (Peter Jackson is a Wellington local, which helped coined the 'Wellywood' moniker for the city).
The Kapiti Coast is also well-known for its quality, finely-crafted gourmet cheeses, notably its Kikorangi and Aorangi Brie. Other popular activities along the Kapiti Coast include walking, hiking, fishing and railway preservation (Paekakariki railway station).
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CAPITAL PERSONALISED TOURS - Wellington
CAPITAL PERSONALISED TOURS - Wellington
Mobile-friendly - Witness the sights of New Zealand's capital city up close and personal, before experiencing the beauty of the coastline encompassing Wellington. Travelling in a luxury 4WD, we offer a range of personalised tours to ensure you get the most out of your visit. Wellington LOTR tours, sightseeing and city tours, wine tours, Craft Beer Tour for the serious beer connoisseur.
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- +64 21 280 2406
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- 26 Pembroke Road, Northland, Wellington, New Zealand
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HIMATANGI BEACH HOLIDAY PARK - Manawatu
HIMATANGI BEACH HOLIDAY PARK - Manawatu
Mobile-friendly - Good, old fashioned hospitality for travellers and holiday makers. Himatangi Beach Holiday Park - in Manawatu on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand - is the ideal spot for campervans, caravans, tents and holiday-makers seeking comfortable, tidy cabin accommodation. Brand new events room, great for group gatherings. Spirit of Hospitality Award for Excellence in Holiday Parks.
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- +64 6 329 9575
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- 30 Koputara Road, Himatangi Beach, New Zealand
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IN STYLE EXECUTIVE - Wellington
IN STYLE EXECUTIVE - Wellington
Premiere chauffeur-driven luxury car and van transport service based in Wellington. Our team of chauffeurs have extensive experience delivering a quality driver service to business executives, corporate groups, travellers and individuals. Whether you need a driver-upon-demand service, punctual door-to-door transfer from Wellington airport, hotel, home, office, meeting/conference venue or personalised tours, we operate a service that works with your itinerary.
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- +64 4 920 2111
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- 0800 802 969 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO BOX 14 595, Kilbirnie, Wellington, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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KAPITI ISLAND NATURE TOURS - Kapiti Coast, Wellington
KAPITI ISLAND NATURE TOURS - Kapiti Coast, Wellington
Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand's oldest and most important nature reserves, and a place rich in human history. You can visit Kapiti Island for a day tour, or truly experience all the island has to offer with an overnight stay at the lodge.
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Kapiti Island - Off the beaten track
Kapiti Island - Off the beaten track
Lying about 5 kilometres off the west coast of the southern North Island (not far from Wellington), Kapiti Island is one of few accessible island nature reserves in New Zealand. It gives visitors the opportunity to observe birds that are either rare, or absent on the mainland. Truly a bird-watcher's paradise, Kapiti Island is also of historical interest.
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KAPITI LINDALE MOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE - Kapiti Coast
KAPITI LINDALE MOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE - Kapiti Coast
Mobile-friendly - Kapiti Lindale Motel is centrally located with easy access to Kapiti Coast attractions. Our spacious, quiet, air-conditioned units are designed for your comfort and enjoyment. Each unit offers Wi-Fi internet access and extensive grounds offer outside seating for your enjoyment. Continental breakfast available delivered to units. Good conference facilities and on-site parking for cars, boats, trailers and trucks.
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- +64 4 298 7933
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- 0800 168 1628 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3-7 Ventnor Drive, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand
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PAEKAKARIKI HOLIDAY PARK - Kapiti Coast
PAEKAKARIKI HOLIDAY PARK - Kapiti Coast
Mobile-friendly - Paekakariki Holiday Park is a relaxed holiday park situated on the beautiful Kapiti Coast and only 35 minutes drive to Interislander ferry-terminals and Wellington City. Set in 11 acres of park-like grounds. Facilities include kitchen cabins, tourist flats, tent and power sites and full park amenities. Dog friendly campsites available. Located at start of Paekakariki to Pukerua Bay escarpement walk.
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- +64 4 292 8292
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- 180 Wellington Road, Paekakariki, Kapiti Coast, New Zealand
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RENT ME RENTALS - Kapiti Coast, Wellington
RENT ME RENTALS - Kapiti Coast, Wellington
Mobile-friendly - Kapiti Coast Airport car hire and truck rentals. Family owned business committed to providing excellent and friendly service. We pride ourselves on providing good quality vehicles at affordable prices. Our vehicles are reliable and serviced to the highest standard by expert automotive repairers. Contact us any time, 7 days a week. Wellington Airport / Auckland - Drop Off Only.
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- +64 4 298 1312
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- 60 Toru Road, Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu, New Zealand
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SOUTHWARD CAR MUSEUM - Kapiti Coast
SOUTHWARD CAR MUSEUM - Kapiti Coast
Southward Car Museum offers one of the largest and most varied collections of motor vehicles, bikes and various other exhibits in the Southern Hemisphere. Located in Paraparaumu, an easy 1 hour drive along the beautiful Kapiti Coast from Wellington City. Cafe open daily with large Function rooms and Theater available for hire for weddings, dinners, conferences and meetings.
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- +64 4 297 1221
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- Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu, New Zealand
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TALK OF THE TOWN - Wellington
TALK OF THE TOWN - Wellington
Talk of the Town Tours offer half and full day tours around the Wellington, Wairarapa and Kapiti regions. Locally-owned, we go the extra mile to offer you the best guided tours of the coolest little capital in the world. Choose what you want to do and join Brian for an interesting, fun and memorable trip.
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- +64 27 455 5786
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- Wellington, New Zealand
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uTours - Wellington, Kapiti Coast & Wairarapa NZ
uTours - Wellington, Kapiti Coast & Wairarapa NZ
Mobile-friendly - Be blown away by Wellington. Explore the spectacular Wellington region with a friendly local on a personalised relaxing private, or small group, day tour or shore excursion (Max 10 people). Hosted by uTours, you will enjoy informed conversation, individual attention, personal space and the opportunity to connect with the Wellington that locals love.
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- +64 4 934 8389
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- +64 21 472 972
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- Happy Valley Rd, Owhiro Bay, Wellington, New Zealand
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XPLOR TOURS - Wellington NZ
XPLOR TOURS - Wellington NZ
Mobile-friendly - Explore Wellington, Wairarapa or Kapiti Coast enjoying all the beauty and places of interest. You will be in the hands of our owner/guide Richard, who has lived in Wellington all his life, and enjoys nothing more than meeting and interacting with new people while sharing all the history and background for what you will be seeing on the day.
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- +64 21 248 3604
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- Wellington, New Zealand
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Shut Up & Dance - Paekākāriki
Learn 6 x iconic dance routines for only $99! If you would prefer to come to your first dance class as an adult with a sticker on your chest that says “I have no idea what i’m doing”, “I really ...
Where: Paekakariki Memorial Hall, Paekākāriki, Kapiti Coast
Address: 98 The Parade, Paekākāriki, Kapiti Coast
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 15th May 2024
To: 7:45pm on Wednesday 19th June 2024
Continuity Planning Workshop for Community Groups
Do you ordinarily provide services to vulnerable groups or might need to provide extra assistance in a disaster? Join WREMO and Volunteer Kāpiti for a free ‘business’ continuity planning workshop tailored ...
Where: Impact Hub, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
Address: 6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
From: 9:30am on Thursday 6th June 2024
To: 11:30am on Thursday 6th June 2024
Past, Present & Future Exhibition and Sale of Work
Past, Present & Future Exhibition and sale of work Thursday 16 May – Sunday 9 June 2024 10.00 am to 3.00 pm Thursday to Sunday Annual Art and Craft Awards sponsored by Forsyth Barr Presentation Saturday ...
Where: Kāpiti Gallery, Raumati Beach, Raumati, Kapiti Coast
Address: 192 Matai Road, Raumati, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Thursday 16th May 2024
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 9th June 2024
Art Classes - Term 2 - Creative Kid's Art Lab - 2024
Art classes & after-school care for children who like to make, create and invent. Located in Raumati, Paraparaumu - Kapiti. Visit my website for more details and to book. Term 2 is Painting & Drawing ...
Where: Art Lab, Raumati, Kapiti Coast
Address: 6 Rainbow Court, Raumati, Kapiti Coast
From: 3:30pm on Tuesday 14th May 2024
To: 5:15pm on Thursday 20th June 2024
The Saturday Artists, Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society
Recent works by this group of artists who meet together on Saturdays to paint, share ideas, and practice new skills. The Saturday Artists is an exhibition of 41 works by 12 artists—all members of what they call ...
Where: Toi Mahara, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
Address: Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Tuesday 28th May 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 30th June 2024
Elemental, Adrienne Riseley
During her residency at The Kilns at Te Horo Adrienne Riseley explored how materials bear meaning. She returned to Aotearoa to engage with people and the land, gather clay stories, and deepen her ties to this place. ...
Where: Toi MAHARA, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
Address: 20 Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Tuesday 28th May 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 30th June 2024
Women of Ōtaki: Photographs 1860s - 1970s
Historical photographs of Ōtaki women selected from the Ōtaki Historical Society’s Women’s Suffrage exhibition, 1995. These photographs offer us a glimpse of the social fabric of Ōtaki over the course ...
Where: Toi MAHARA, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
Address: 20 Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Tuesday 28th May 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 28th July 2024
Rua Pōtae, John Baxter
Rua Pōtae, (living two worlds), features John Baxter’s paintings from 1996–2004. Baxter’s work reflects tikanga (customs and traditional values) and the experience of being between the two worlds of ...
Where: Toi MAHARA, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
Address: 20 Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 11th August 2024
He kete, he whiri, he tangata
Co-curated with Te Wānanga o Raukawa, He kete, he whiri, he tangata – ‘a basket, a plait, and people’ brings kete whiri to the forefront, connecting people of past and present. It commemorates the ...
Where: Toi MAHARA, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
Address: 20 Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 11th August 2024
Paraparaumu Business Networking
So, if you’re not into early starts, have family commitments or need to check in with the office first thing each morning, then this could be the meeting for you. This inclusive and friendly group of local ...
Where: Sunday Cantina, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
Address: 31 Poplar Avenue, Raumati South, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
From: 9:30am on Friday 2nd February 2024
To: 10:30am on Friday 20th December 2024