Easily seen from many of Wellington’s highest points, from either the ferries as they head between the North Island and the South Island or if you fly over the area by plane, is the Makara Wind farm.
Located on the Terawhiti Farm which is one of the largest farms in New Zealand,which has been in the same family since 1850.
The project took 2 years to build and the power generated going by the 62 turbines goes into the national grid.
The second windfarm at Mill Creak produces power that is used by Wellington.
The tour takes you onto land that is closed to the public and offers great views of the sounding area and if you are lucky the South Island and towards Kapati Island.
You will get to see the turbines up close. You are given a good commentary about the building of the windfarm,the history of the farm land.
A excellent view of the Cook Straits will always be there and if lucky you will see one of the two ferry companies travelling between.
A drive down to Tounge Point where there is a chance to see a seal or two.On one if the rocks is a plaque to commemorate the sinking of SS Penquin.
You will be guaranteed to take plenty of photos of the seals and the Karori Lighthouse.
There are plenty of chances to take photos. Lucky enough to be at Karori Lighthouse when two of the Interislander ferries passed by.
West Wind Merdian Power Excellent details about the wind farm and plans of what area is open to the public.
Mill Creek Wind Farm Up to date info.
Wellington Rover Tours
SS Penquin
Karori Light House
Terawhiti Station
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