Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting
Overview
Experience the magic of our orchard and see firsthand how seasonal practices keep our avocados at their best. Uncover why this superfood has such a devoted following and treat yourself to a tasting of inventive avocado dishes that highlight its unique flavor. Ideal for avocado lovers and those keen to dive into local food culture, this adventure promises excitement and discovery for visitors of all ages.
What's Included
- Snacks Selection of avocado inspired gourmet treats
- Local Guide
- Avocado and merchandise purchase
Meeting Location
9 Walker Road East
Aongatete 3178, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
As you walk through the picturesque orchard, your guide will explain the history of avocados, how they are grown and the various orchard activities, tree and fruit development stages that occur throughout the year.
You'll get a chance to pick your own avocado (season dependent).
Watch a live demonstration of the harvesting machine used to pick fruit high in the trees.
Meet some local native birds that call the orchard home.
To top it off, you'll enjoy a delectable tasting of gourmet avocado dishes.
A merchandise stand is available for the purchase of avocado-themed items and mementos.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- During pollination time (Oct-Dec) bees will be present throughout the orchard. If you get severe reactions from bee stings, please bring any medication with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, dairy-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5497248P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Snacks. Selection of avocado inspired gourmet treats.
- Local Guide.
- Avocado and merchandise purchase.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- During pollination time (Oct-Dec) bees will be present throughout the orchard. If you get severe reactions from bee stings, please bring any medication with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Katikati Gourmet Avocado Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksSelection of avocado inspired gourmet treats
- Local Guide
- Avocado and merchandise purchase
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- During pollination time (Oct-Dec) bees will be present throughout the orchard. If you get severe reactions from bee stings, please bring any medication with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, dairy-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
