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BE INSPIRED BY OUR HUMBLE YET INDUSTRIOUS BEES
Honey production is the alchemy of the natural world, turning simple nectar into life giving and healthy honey. Follow our expert bee-keepers and discover how this magic works, from the creation of the hives to the bottling of the honey.
You’ll don a full-body apiarist suit and venture to a nearby active beehive in its natural high-country landscape, set amongst black beech forest, Kānuka and Mānuka.
With the safety and guidance of our experienced beekeepers. You will have the opportunity to approach the hives and see how the bees work together to thrive and produce some of our delicious honey.
Follow the process through to our extraction shed which transforms the honey from the honeycomb to the honey jar.
Of course, you can’t end the day without having the chance to taste the different varieties of honey we produce. Multi-floral mānuka, Pure Honey Dew, 100% natural and raw high-country honey.
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Honey Tour
DURATION
COST
2.5 - 3 hours
$120.00 per person
You'll receive an introduction to honeybees and beekeeping from one of our experienced beekeepers,
4WD to one of our backcountry apiaries, where you'll suit up and inspect an active beehive set amidst the rugged backdrop of Mt White Station.
Learn about the life cycle of bees - including the different roles of the bees in the hive and swarming.
Honey tasting - Try delicious, Pure Honey Dew and Multi Floral mānuka honey, 100% natural and raw high country honey from the station.
Minimum number: 6
Recommended for children ten years and older
Max: 10 people at one time
WHAT TO BRING
A protective bee suit and gloves will be provided.
NOTE: It is best not to wear strong perfume or aftershave.