Who doesn’t like to appreciate the masses of fragrant, bright-purple tiny flowers contrasting with green fields? It’s lavender season and the farms become a unique attraction during the warmer months. We’ve made a must-go list of farms across New Zealand. Enjoy it!
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A short trip from Auckland can take you to this perfect romantic getaway. Take the opportunity to wander in sustainable lavender fields, buy lavender goodies and try infused gin or limoncello (Yum!). Pre-booked tours are available during the flowering months.
Location: 11 Beacon Road, Coatesville, Auckland, 0793
Source: Lauren's Lavender Farm Facebook
Located in the central North Island alongside Whanganui River, this family-owned farm grows around 8,000 lavenders. Admire the fields from their café. Just sit back, sip an espresso coffee and try their range of muffins, scones and biscuits. There is also a nice walk down to the river.
Location: River Road RD1 Taumarunui, New Zealand 3991
Source: Creek Hill website
Based on the Kapiti coast an hour away from Wellington, there’s a five-hectare farm, home to over 330 types of lavender, grapevines and olive trees. B&B accommodation is available for those who intend to escape away for the weekend. Their award-winning oils are 100% produced on site.
Location: 123 Settlement Road, Otaki, Kapiti Coast
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Just a few minutes from Wanaka, this farm is best known for its standing-alone lavender door in the middle of the field, a hit among ‘gram users. Greet the adorable farm animals while indulging yourself with a great lavender ice-cream. Honey and lavender products for sale onsite. Open seven days a week.
Location: 36 Morris Road, Wanaka 9382
Source: Lavendyl Lavender Farm website
Situated in the scenic Kaikoura, you can spend the day on the farm or stay the night in their self-contained cottage. Don’t miss the opportunity to watch the oil distillation process and to shop 100% pure lavender products.
Location: Postmans Road, RD 1, Kaikoura, New Zealand