Discover the Food Secrets of Wainui Tour

Join an exclusive food tour through Wainui and Ōhiwa in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, where you’ll explore the region’s best-kept edible secrets! This unique tour will take you to five carefully selected stops, each with its own remarkable story. From the oyster farms of Ōhiwa Harbour, where cultural significance meets sustainable farming, to an unlikely truffle success story, the journey will unfold as you meet local producers and taste their creations.

Expect an interactive experience—shuck your own oysters, get hands-on with native botanicals in gin distilling, and learn from the producers themselves onboard the tour bus. At each stop, you’ll be treated to delicious snacks that showcase the region’s incredible flavours.

The tour culminates at the inaugural Wainui Producers Market, an exclusive gathering in a stunning hillside location. To top it off, enjoy a specially crafted gin cocktail at the market—this licensed venue is the perfect place to celebrate the day’s discoveries.

Itinerary:
- Tio Ōhiwa: Oyster farming with cultural insights—try your hand at shucking.
- Gentlemen Farmers Gin: Help distill a batch of native botanical gin.
- Black Diamond Truffles: Truffle growing and harvesting.
- Native Tree Farm: Discover the unique flavours of NZ native herbs & botanicals.
- Gregoli Olive Grove: Explore world-class olive oil production

Additional details:
- Snacks are provided at each stop.
- A dedicated tour guide will accompany the group.
- You’ll meet the producers onboard the bus between stops.
- Return transport is included, with pick-up and drop-off at Ōhope Hall.
- This event cannot cater to dietary requirements.