Overview
One of NZ's best lodges
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers sits atop rolling hills and rugged cliffs overlooking Hawke's Bay, surrounded by a protected sanctuary for native wildlife and working ranch.
22 suites are bright and classically styled with large bathrooms, scenic balconies and wonderful attention to detail. The Owner’s Cottage is a private retreat with four ensuite bedrooms ideal for families or groups.
In the main lodge you’ll find the pool, spa, library and bar. With abundant seasonal produce from the farm and garden as well as the region’s celebrated wines, dining at the restaurant here is a real highlight too.
Facts
At a glance
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22 suites
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Four-bedroom Owner's Cottage
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Restaurant, swimming pool and spa
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World-renowned golf course
Experiences
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Mountain biking
Hit the tracks and explore the property by mountain bike. Cape Kidnappers has men’s, women’s and children’s bikes available for use.
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Can-Am tours
Largely inaccessible to regular vehicles, Cape Kidnappers is best explored by Can-Am. Discover this rugged terrain with a personal guide as you travel to the very edges of this vast coastal property, remote beaches and surrounding ranges
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Kiwi Discovery Walk
Head out on a guided excursion to observe the kiwis and tuatara in the restored Cape Sanctuary, learn what it's like to be a 'kiwi ranger' and how the reserve is protected.
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Farming
Join our shepherd and their dogs for an introduction to life on a working sheep and beef farm.
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Walking trails
Whether it is a twenty-minute stroll, an early morning jog or a two-hour guided hike, Cape Kidnappers has plenty of trails on the property to walk.
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Helicopter excursions
Venture a little further by helicopter with flights over the active volcanoes of the central plateau, to wineries and remote fishing or hiking spots.
Conservation
Surrounded by 2,400 hectares of farmland in Hawke's Bay, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is also home to a sanctuary for native birds and wildlife. The largest privately owned and funded wildlife restoration project of its kind in New Zealand, The Cape Sanctuary boasts the most diversity of native birds in an area of mainland coastal New Zealand.
The project began with the building of a 10.6km coast-to-coast predator-proof fence across the base of the Cape Kidnappers peninsula. Completed in 2007, the fence prevents invasive predators from reaching the headland, bringing back the coastal communities of land birds, sea birds, reptiles and invertebrates. Key to these efforts are the relocation and protection of juvenile kiwi bird, endangered takahe and the preservation of the gannet colonies and the protection of precious flora and fauna.
Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra
Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.
