Matakana Art and Wine Escape

jcrboy

15 Aug, 2023

Incredible trip! We needed an accessible tour for my daughter as she uses a folding wheelchair. Peter did an awesome job adjusting the trip to accommodate her and made the trip a very relaxing and informative experience. Sculptureum was better than expected and the views in the area were amazing. We highly recommend this tour company!

Donna_M

11 Mar, 2023

John was the perfect tour guide. Because we got an early start our first scheduled stop was not yet open so John took us to Omaha beach, which was absolutely beautiful just after sunrise. He shared stories of his family time at the beach, which made it much more enjoyable. He then took us to a coffee shop before we were taken to a chocolate shop where we were able to sample and purchase boutique chocolates. Our visit to the Sculptarium was much more enjoyable than I expected. The setting for the sculptures was visually stunning and the signs accompanying the sculptures were very helpful to this non-artistic viewer. When John heard us saying how we enjoy souvenir shopping he added an unscheduled stop at a small marketplace for approximately 30 minutes where we were able to purchase some lovely souvenirs. Our next stop was a winery, but the one we were scheduled to visit was closed on that day (this should have been known at booking but for some reason obviously it was not). John immediately got on the phone and found a substitute vineyard where we were able to have our wine tasting and sit in a café overlooking a lovely lily pond while we sipped a purchased glass of wine along with canapés and chocolates (also our purchase). Throughout the day John gave wonderful commentary on the country and countryside as well as answering all questions. We learned so much from him. It was a truly enjoyable and wonderful experience.

GavinWD1

01 Jan, 2021

We went with Peter and Mai to Brick Bay in Matakana with a group of other blind guide dog volunteers and all of us (canine and people) had a wonderful time. The organisation was superb and both were really pleasant, helpful and obliging for all of us. The van was modern and comfortable, driving good and venue chosen was great for the occasion - overall a really good day out. Many thanks - Gavin and Regina

Mark_G

23 Feb, 2020

Too little time at yhe sculpturtorem. Other than that the trip was good except the air on the van was not working properly do to lack of instruction on someone's part.