Zealong Discover Tea Experience
New Zealand provides the perfect environment to grow teas that excel in aroma and taste. Learn how tea came to New Zealand and enjoy...

New Zealand provides the perfect environment to grow teas that excel in aroma and taste. Learn how tea came to New Zealand and enjoy a personalized and interactive experience with tea enthusiasts to discover tea’s rich history and culture. Your tour guide will take you along the tea trail explaining the history of tea as you meander through the magnificent gardens and grounds complete with unique hand-crafted copper statues. Soak up the panoramic views while you learn how tea is picked and processed.
Experience Highlights
The tour features:
- Guided walk through tea plantations
- Traditional tea ceremony demonstration
- Professional tea-tasting session
- History of NZ tea cultivation
- Organic Tea Production Insights
- Views of the manicured tea gardens
Tea Education
Learn about:
- Five main tea varieties
- Proper tea brewing techniques
- Tea harvesting processes
- Organic certification standards
- Tea grading and quality control
- Health benefits of different teas
Tasting Experience
Sample premium teas including:
- Pure oolong varieties
- Green tea selections
- Black tea blends
- Signature Zealong creations
- Traditional tea pairings
Practical Information
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Available daily (bookings essential)
- Indoor and outdoor components
- Professional tea masters
- Located 15 minutes from Hamilton
- Gift shop available
Additional Options
- High tea service available
- Tea purchase opportunities
- Private group bookings
- Seasonal harvest viewing
- Photography sessions
Location Details
Zealong, Waikato
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