Taste premium wines at Rippon Vineyard
Wanaka, New Zealand • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Jul
10°C – 22°C, warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 22°C, warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair access is limited; walking is required.
Wheelchair access is limited; walking is required.
Value for money
Medium
Complimentary tastings offer good value, but food is extra.
Complimentary tastings offer good value, but food is extra.
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Summarised by AI
Stunning Scenery
Couples loved the views! Perfect for a romantic afternoon of wine tasting.
Peaceful Setting
Visitors found the atmosphere serene and ideal for a couples' getaway.
Delicious Wines
The wines were excellent. Couples enjoyed the complimentary tastings offered.
No Food
Couples were disappointed there wasn't any food available with the tasting.
Booking Required
Travelers found the appointment-only system inconvenient for spontaneous visits.
Limited Access
Some couples found the lack of restaurant facilities a drawback.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
5-14°C
Warm temperatures with occasional showers.
Warm temperatures with occasional showers.
Open
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
December marks the start of summer and the holiday season in New Zealand. Rippon Vineyard experiences high visitor numbers, so it's advisable to book tastings in advance. The warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time to visit.
December marks the start of summer and the holiday season in New Zealand. Rippon Vineyard experiences high visitor numbers, so it's advisable to book tastings in advance. The warm weather and festive atmosphere make it a popular time to visit.
January
HIGH
10-22°C
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall.
Open
Advance bookings recommended due to high demand.
Advance bookings recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season. Wine tastings are available, but it's advisable to book in advance due to high demand.
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season. Wine tastings are available, but it's advisable to book in advance due to high demand.
February
HIGH
9-22°C
Warm with slightly less rainfall than January.
Warm with slightly less rainfall than January.
Open
Advance bookings recommended due to high demand.
Advance bookings recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
February maintains warm weather and remains within the peak tourist season. Wine tastings are available, and advance bookings are advisable.
February maintains warm weather and remains within the peak tourist season. Wine tastings are available, and advance bookings are advisable.
March
MEDIUM
7-20°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
Less crowded, but booking ahead is still recommended.
Less crowded, but booking ahead is still recommended.
Recommended
March offers mild weather and a decrease in tourist numbers. Wine tastings are available with more flexibility in scheduling.
March offers mild weather and a decrease in tourist numbers. Wine tastings are available with more flexibility in scheduling.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required