Baring Head Lighthouse Wainuiomata
- 5–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Baring Head Lighthouse Walk The Baring Head Lighthouse Walk is a must-visit for those interested in the history and natural beauty of Wellington. The 6km round trip walk starts from the Wainuiomata car park and offers panoramic views across the Cook Strait and the distant Kaikoura Ranges. Along the trail, visitors can explore WWII-era bunkers and enjoy the unique geological formations. The lighthouse itself is a significant historical and functional landmark, standing 12.2 meters tall and powered by a solar-powered LED beacon. The area is part of a conservation effort, with ongoing restoration work including the refurbishment of the lighthouse keepers’ cottages and plans to transform the old powerhouse into a visitor center. New trails are also being developed to highlight the site’s rich history and ecological importance. Wellington Live
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission fee
- Bottled water
- stop off on the return journey for a quick coffee or tea at the local coffee bar
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Food and drinks not included in price
Itinerary
We leave wellington passing what is locally known as the beehive (wellington government buildings)
We travel along state highway one then onto state highway 2 beside wellington harbor towards Petone and travel along Petone esplanade towards wainuiomata hill
we climb over into the valley of wainuiomata home of famous all black legend Tana Umaga and Piri Weepu were we travel for about 30 minutes weaving our way down coast road to the car park below the lighthouse
We arrive at the car park were we disembark for a a choice of two walks 1/ straight to lighthouse is a 1hr walk eachway or 2/ with the grand loop that covers 6.5 to 8km walk that takes 3 to 4 hours
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- customers can meet at tour bus stop on Wakefield street nxt to the information centre
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Wainuiomata Taxis
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- sturdy footwear must be worn as walking on stones
- If weather is windy people are advised to wear or have jackets available as this area is open to harsh weather conditions
How it compares in Wellington
- Its from-price is 56% below the median of the 36 day trips we list in Wellington.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Wellington
Wellington is New Zealand's capital, a compact harbour city of steep hills, a waterfront museum, a cable car and a famously strong wind.
Wellington wraps around a deep harbour at the southern tip of the North Island, with hills rising steeply behind the waterfront and Cook Strait beyond the heads. It is the seat of government, and the Beehive, the executive wing of Parliament, stands among the other parliamentary buildings. Te Papa Tongarewa, the national museum, sits on the waterfront. The wind is a local legend.
Top-ranked sights in Wellington: Mt. Victoria Lookout, Wellington Cable Car, Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa).
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