The Taupiri Sunflower Farm – a Family Friendly Adventure
Nestled north of Hamilton and just a few minutes from the motorway sits the beautiful Taupiri Sunflower Farm. With a couple of large field full of sunflowers, the ‘pick your own’ opportunity that the Taupiri Sunflower Farm offer is perfect for anyone wanting a burst of happiness in the form of bright yellow flowers.
Visitors young and old to the Taupiri Sunflower Farm can explore at their own pace. Make the most of this colourful experience, as you wander through the small tracks surrounded by hundreds of sunflowers.
Not only is the Taupiri Sunflower Farm a great experience for all to enjoy, the meaningful story that lead to the planting of the sunflowers makes the trip even more worth it.
The story behind the Taupiri Sunflower Farm
The idea for the Taupiri Sunflower Farm started in 2020 when the owners planted around 2000 sunflowers along the fence line of their Waikato farm.
The choice of sunflowers was to honour the owners late sister and to bring a bit of happiness to others during a tough year. They sold the flowers at the road side which proved to be quite popular.
In 2021 they saw how popular ‘pick your own flowers’ was overseas, so decided to plant the front paddocks full with sunflowers for visitors to come visit and pick.
Guests now come to visit from all over New Zealand to experience the joy the sunflowers bring and to take home their own sunflowers.
The Taupiri Sunflower Farm Experience
Visiting a sunflower farm is not something you do everyday, so it is normal to not know what to expect from the Taupiri Sunflower Farm.
While it is a small family run experience, the Taupiri Sunflower Farm exceeds expectations with the large number of high quality flowers and the photo opportunities that come with it.
How does the experience work?
The Taupiri Sunflower Farm owners love seeing visitors get so much joy from the sunflowers on display and want to see people get the most out of the experience.
You can book your time slot online to make it easier on the day when you arrive.
Whether you just want to explore the field and take in the views, get the best photos that you can look back on, or pick the perfect flowers to bring home with you, the Taupiri Sunflower farm has it all.
There are plenty of tracks around that lead you around the fields to all the different types of sunflowers.
Upon exit of the Taupiri Sunflower farm you will pay a small entry fee and for the sunflowers you pick.
Can you pick your own flowers?
One of the highlights of the Taupiri Sunflower Farm is getting to pick your own sunflowers to take home with you. It is encouraged to bring your own secateurs, however, there is a few you can borrow if you forget them or don’t have any.
There are a few different types of sunflowers to choose from which vary in size and colour. Find your favourite and cut it for yourself.
The sunflowers are priced at $3 each which is great value for money. Choose one large sunflower to take home, or maybe a bunch of smaller ones instead.
Is the Taupiri Sunflower Farm Busy?
One of the best things about the Taupiri Sunflower Farm is that it is a bit of a hidden gem.
Being in quite an isolated location off the main road means that it is mostly only people that know about it will be there. While it can get quite a few people visiting, it never feels so busy that you are always surrounded by people.
Having to book a time slot helps with this as well. In order to visit the Taupiri Sunflower Farm you need to have pre booked a time slot which means there is a limit on the number of people in the sunflower fields at the same time.
This ensures you have plenty of space to wander around all the flowers and make the most of the experience.
How Much does it cost to visit the Taupiri Sunflower Farm?
One of the best things about the Taupiri Sunflower farm is the family friendly pricing that makes it accessible for all. Entry is only $12.50 per adult, $7.50 for 6-12 year olds and free for under 5.
The sunflowers themselves cost $3 each which is perfect for if you just want one or a bunch to take home. Payment is at the exit, so you can decide as you go how many flowers you would like to take with you.
How to get to the Taupiri Sunflower Farm?
The Taupiri Sunflower Farm is located 15 minutes north of Hamilton and an hour south of the Auckland CBD. Its close proximity to the motorway makes it very easy to get to from either location. You will need your own car to get there as there is no public transport near the location.
Being so close to Hamilton, makes it a great choice as a quick morning or afternoon activity. It is far enough out of the city to still feel like a mini road trip, but close enough for young ones that may not be so good on a long drive.
Being an hours drive from Auckland may seem a bit far, however the drive down is so worth it for this awesome experience.
Alternatively, turn it into a fun day trip and head down to Hamilton or out to Raglan at the same time. Remember to keep the farm as an afternoon activity on the way home so the flowers picked will still be fresh and not have to sit in the car for the rest of the day.
There is also plenty of parking space that is clearly sign posted so it is very easy to find.
How do i book in for the Taupiri sunflower Farm?
Your visit to the Taupiri Sunflower farm can be booked through their website. Select the date and time you want to come and visit and choose how many people you want to book for.
Spaces can fill up during public holidays and weekends so it is encouraged to get in early.
Keep an eye on what dates are available as they sometimes will block off dates if there are not many flowers blooming. This is to ensure a the farm lives up to expectations and there is no disappointment with the number of flowers.
Important things to know
The Taupiri Sunflower Farm is a small family run experience. While the sunflowers are the main attraction when in bloom, it is still a working farm so it is important to stick to the marked areas and follow the rules in place. General rule of thumb is to be respectful of the facilities and those around you.
Note: Due to the large number of flowers there are many bees around, however, just leave them to do their thing and they will not bother you.
What to bring to the Taupiri Sun Flower Farm
There are a few things you will need to bring with you to the Taupiri Sunflower farm, with some being more important than others. Most are for your own ease and enjoyment, others for safety reasons.
- Shoes – this is the only one on the list that is mandatory, due to health and safety reasons. You will be walking through a farm paddock so it is important to protect your feet from anything that you may not see on the ground.
- Secateurs – there are secateurs available, however there is only a limited supply so it is much easier to have your own to avoid having to wait around and share with other people.
- Sun protection -with limited shade available and it can get quite hot walking through the flowers, so a hat an suncream is highly recommended for all visitors.
- Camera – the extent of the sunflower fields will amaze you and makes for some great memories to look back on. There are some awesome spots for photos and I can guarantee they will be some of you favourite photos from summer.
Facilities at the Taupiri Sunflower Farm
As the Taupiri Sunflower farm is primarily a working farm, there are minimial facilities on site. There is no food and drink available to buy, however there is an awesome picnic area and you are encouraged to bring your own food and enjoy the space.
If you have young kids or a driving a bit of a distance there is roadside facilities available nearby. There is a service area just up the road over the motorway bridge. Here you will find fast food restaurants and a petrol station which is great to quickly stop at if you need to.
Have you planned your visit?
The Taupiri Sunflower Farm is a perfect adventure for people of all ages. With lots of tracks through the flowers, gorgeous locations and bright yellow flowers you can take home the Taupiri Sunflower Farm is a perfect day out that everyone will enjoy.
Secure your spot now before the end of the season.
