Nestled discreetly just off SH1 is Emporium Brewing, Kaikōura’s very own craft brewery.

Set around a sunny courtyard and inviting bar, Emporium offer a range of up to 12-freshly brewed beers, plus 3 ciders, on tap. They also offer a selection of bottled beers, wine and low- and no-alcohol alternatives.

Emporium and EcoZip have put together this no-nonsense, easy-to-manage package, perfect for groups of up to 20 delegates.

After your ziplining adventure, head to Emporium and enjoy a 5-beer (or cider) tasting paddle, a freshly cooked, juicy burger, and a round of mini-golf.

The Brewery Beers:

Emporium Brewing produce a wide range of beer styles. With so many different varieties out there, they truly believe there is a style to suit everyone and love introducing them. Craft beer isn’t all about the hops (although they do some great IPAs), they also craft Belgian style beers, Barrel-aged Stouts, Sours, and a very nice crisp Lager. Pick a mix of 5 of their tap beers and ciders for your personal Emporium tasting paddle.

Choose your burger:

• Bacon Beef Burger – Homemade beef pattie, bacon, cheese, pickles and mustard slaw in a pretzel bun with BBQ sauce.
• Pulled Pork Burger – Slow cooked pulled pork, cheese, pickles & mustard slaw in a pretzel bun with BBq sauce.
• Black Bean Burger (V) – A black bean, chickpea and jalapeno pattie seasoned with smoky paprika. Served with cheese, pickles & chipotle slaw in a pretzel bun. Remove cheese for vegan option (Vg)
• Chicken Schnitzel Burger – Crumbed chicken breast served in a pretzel bun with cheese, pickles, mustard slaw & mayo

Note: Burgers are made fresh and will require pre-order. Fries are not included in the package price. Package does not include transport to or from Emporium Brewing.  A surcharge of 15% may apply on public holidays applies. Menu subject to seasonal availability. 

Set in leafy countryside, a mere 10-minute drive from central Kaikōura, is Donegal House, an iconic Irish pub, restaurant and hotel. Established in 1865 by Davy and Dick Boyd, migrants from County Donegal, today Donegal House offers its guests a relaxed environment in which to enjoy a few drinks and hearty pub-grub.

After your zipline adventure, your group can gather at Donegal House and enjoy a 2-course lunch or dinner, featuring pub favourites such as:

• Seafood Chowder – creamy seafood chowder, full of mussels, shrimps, and plenty of fish served with  home-made garlic bread.
• Roast Pork – served with roast potatoes, roast pumpkin, steamed vegetables, mashed potato and gravy.
• Irish beef Stew – slow cooked with Murphy’s Irish Stout, carrots, onions, peas, and celery served with creamy mashed potato, topped with a pastry lid.
• Battered Fish and Chips – with a lemon, caper and herb butter, served with salad and chips.
• Chicken Schnitzel – Panko-herb crumbed chicken breast with your choice of topping; mushroom Sauce, peppercorn sauce, or gravy served with salad and chips.

Next choose from a selection of delicious deserts that change daily but include delights such as:

• Pavlova, raspberry and white chocolate with ice-cream and cream.
• Berry Brownie Cheesecake with vanilla ice-cream.
• Warm Sticky Date Pudding with caramel sauce and vanilla ice-cream.

Note: Deserts change daily, the above are examples only. Package does not include transport to or from Donegal House. A surcharge of 15% may apply on public holidays applies. Menu subject to seasonal availability.