Travel
We know that a lot of you will be making the trip to Hawke’s Bay for the first time, so see below for travel tips!
Flights & Transport
If flying internationally, it is easiest to fly into Auckland or Wellington airports. You will then need to book a domestic flight into Hawke’s Bay Airport (Napier).
We recommend booking a hire car for your time in the Bay, as there is so much to see and do in the area and this is the easiest mode of transport. Alternatively you can book taxis, however they are not as readily available as in the big cities - so we recommend booking in advance, especially if booking to and from the farm.
The airport is about a 30 minute drive from Havelock North, and there is no Uber service available in Hawke’s Bay.
Wedding Day Transport
Please be at your bus stop 10 mins early so the buses can leave on time.
BUS #1:
Bus warden:
Anna Crawford | Whatsapp +61 410 822 443
1:10 pm
- Pick up Haumoana. Intersection at Millar road/TukiTuki road (everyone staying at the AirBnB at 82 Millar Road).
1:45pm
- Pick up central Havelock North. At the bus stop opposite Porters Hotel, next to the I-site centre. (Anyone staying in Havelock, Hastings, or Napier).
1:50pm
- Pick up Te Aute Road/ corner Ryman village. (The Douglas fam)
2:30pm
- Arrive at venue
BUS #2
Bus warden:
Jody McKay | +64 27 243 5070
1:45pm
- Pick up central Havelock North. At the bus stop opposite Porters Hotel, next to the I-site centre. (Anyone staying in Havelock, Hastings, or Napier).
2:10pm
- Pick up top of Drumpeel road and SH2. (The Morgans)
2:15pm
- Pick up 22 Argyll road (Parker & Kav)
2:30pm
- Arrive at venue
The return journey drops off at locations in the reverse order of the pickups. Please make sure you jump on the same bus at the end of the night / check you're on the right bus with the driver :)
The buses will leave between 11:15pm and 11.45pm.
Driving
If driving from Havelock North & surrounds, the wedding venue (Ohutu Farm) is located at 761 College Road, Ōtāne.
You will want to get onto State Hwy 2, and drive south towards Waipukurau/Wellington for 20 minutes. College Road is a right turn almost immediately after you pass Pukehou School (Rikke’s old primary school) on your right. Drive for about 10 minutes up College Road. The entrance to the farm will be sign posted on your left, just before the Argyll/College Road intersection. There is a long driveway, drive all the way up to park.
Useful links
Accommodation
For the out-of-towners, we recommend booking accommodation in Havelock North. It’s a 30 minute drive from the farm, and a great base, with plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars nearby, and some amazing wineries a short drive away.
Alternatively, Te Awanga/Haumoana both have nice rental options, just note that they are further afield, and you will need to get taxis to and from the bus in Havelock North (be sure to book in advance).
See below for recommended places to stay.
Porter’s Hotel $$$ | In the village, easy walking distance to shops, great dining options on site and nearby.
Harvest Lodge Motel $$ | In the village, and easy walking distance to shops.
Te Mata Lodge Motel $$ | Also centrally located, walking distance to shops.
Quest, Hastings $$$ Great hotel in Hastings, short taxi from Havelock North. Hastings also has some fab restaurants and shops.
Booking.com & Airbnb | There are lots of other great options available on booking.com and Airbnb in the area and surrounds. If you have any questions, just let us know and we can point you in the right direction.
