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Waiheke Island

Discover Waiheke Island in a way that perfectly fits your day—from flexible hop-on hop-off adventures and simple ferry rides to adrenaline-fueled ziplines and gourmet wine and food tours. Every experience is uniquely crafted to showcase the island’s pristine beaches, vineyards, and vibrant culture.
Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island vineyard view with hop-on hop-off bus in Auckland, New Zealand.
Matiatia Bay, Waiheke Island, seen from a departing ferry with surrounding lush hills.
Waiheke Island ferry docked with passengers boarding in Auckland, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island ferry approaching Onetangi Beach with hop-on hop-off explorer bus in view.
Waiheke Island ferry approaching Church Bay in Hauraki Gulf with scenic coastline in view.
Waiheke Island vineyard view with Mudbrick Vineyard in Auckland.
Tour group taking a selfie on Waiheke Island with scenic coastline in the background.
Waiheke Island hop-on hop-off bus near vineyards and scenic coastline.
Waiheke Island hop on hop off tour bus near vineyards and scenic coastline, Auckland, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island ferry approaching dock with passengers onboard, Auckland, New Zealand.
Women photographing scenic view from ferry to Waiheke Island, Auckland.
Waiheke Island hop-on hop-off tour bus at a scenic stop with passengers boarding.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
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  • Begin your tour on a hop-on hop-off bus with a mobile app for live tracking. This will help you plan stops at beaches and wineries.

  • Grab a one-day pass for a swift escape to Waiheke’s wineries, beaches, and markets or choose a two-day pass for relaxed tastings and scenic coastal views.

  • Travel along the Western Explorer Route with stops at local harbors, coastal villages, and key island attractions for informed visits.

  • Ideal for families and solo travelers who want a self-guided tour with clear route maps and real-time updates to plan their day.

  • Upgrade to include round-trip ferry transfers from Auckland to Waiheke, ensuring clear departure and arrival times.

More details

  • Begin your tour on a hop-on hop-off bus with a mobile app for live tracking. This will help you plan stops at beaches and wineries.

  • Grab a one-day pass for a swift escape to Waiheke’s wineries, beaches, and markets or choose a two-day pass for relaxed tastings and scenic coastal views.

  • Travel along the Western Explorer Route with stops at local harbors, coastal villages, and key island attractions for informed visits.

  • Ideal for families and solo travelers who want a self-guided tour with clear route maps and real-time updates to plan their day.

  • Upgrade to include round-trip ferry transfers from Auckland to Waiheke, ensuring clear departure and arrival times.

from
NZ$65
Waiheke Island ferry approaching dock with passengers onboard, Auckland, New Zealand.
Women photographing scenic view from ferry to Waiheke Island, Auckland.
Matiatia Bay, Waiheke Island, seen from a departing ferry with surrounding lush hills.
Waiheke Island ferry docked with passengers boarding in Auckland, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island ferry dock with bikes available for rent in Waiheke Reserve.
Couple viewing Auckland cityscape from Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Free cancellation
40 min
Mobile ticket
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  • Board a ferry from Auckland with timed departures that help you avoid long queues and start your island adventure promptly.
  • Enjoy a smooth 35–45-minute journey that includes a brief Devonport stop, with a quick view of the city harbor along the way.
  • Arrive at Waiheke’s Matiatia Terminal where clear signage and maps make it easy to jump into local transport or stroll into Oneroa Village.
  • Ideal for spontaneous travelers seeking an efficient, no-fuss transfer.
  • Choose your ticket type: one-way to start or finish your trip, or return tickets for a seamless round trip to Waiheke.

More details

  • Board a ferry from Auckland with timed departures that help you avoid long queues and start your island adventure promptly.
  • Enjoy a smooth 35–45-minute journey that includes a brief Devonport stop, with a quick view of the city harbor along the way.
  • Arrive at Waiheke’s Matiatia Terminal where clear signage and maps make it easy to jump into local transport or stroll into Oneroa Village.
  • Ideal for spontaneous travelers seeking an efficient, no-fuss transfer.
  • Choose your ticket type: one-way to start or finish your trip, or return tickets for a seamless round trip to Waiheke.
from
NZ$55
Couple ziplining through lush forest on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Family preparing for zipline adventure and forest walk on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Couple walking through lush forest on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island zipline adventure with shuttle pickup and forest walk in Auckland, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island zipline adventure with shuttle pickup and forest walk in Auckland, New Zealand.
Girl zip lining through lush forest on Waiheke Island, Auckland.
Waiheke Island zipline adventure participants preparing for shuttle transfer in Auckland.
Waiheke Island forest walk with a bluetongued skink lizard in Auckland, New Zealand.
Leopard gecko resting on a rock in a natural habitat.
Waiheke Island zipline over lush forest with beach and ocean view, Auckland, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island vineyard aerial view with zipline and forest walk in Auckland, New Zealand.
Girls zip lining through Waiheke Island forest, Auckland.
Waiheke Island zipline adventure with people gliding through lush forest.
Couple ziplining through Waiheke Island forest, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island zipline with people gliding through forest canopy, New Zealand adventure.
Group of people smiling after Waiheke Island zipline adventure, New Zealand forest in background.
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
2 hr
3 more
  • Begin at Kurinui’s landing deck: learn the meaning of 'Kuri nui' as you prepare to zip from a 220m platform at 50km/h with vineyard and city views.

  • From Kurinui’s deck to the forest floor, you’ll see geckos, skinks, weta, eels, and glowworms; hear Māori myths as trees whisper legends.

  • Stroll along boardwalks lined with ancient kauri trees; learn Indigenous bush secrets and Māori lore from expert guides sharing history and nature.

  • The shuttle transfers also include a 20-minute Waiheke Highlights tour that shows golden beaches, olive groves, vineyards, and luxury properties along the way.

  • Get expert insights as guides explain eco‑restoration, detail Māori uses of native rimu and totara, and reveal secret coastal trails and lookouts.

More details

  • Begin at Kurinui’s landing deck: learn the meaning of 'Kuri nui' as you prepare to zip from a 220m platform at 50km/h with vineyard and city views.

  • From Kurinui’s deck to the forest floor, you’ll see geckos, skinks, weta, eels, and glowworms; hear Māori myths as trees whisper legends.

  • Stroll along boardwalks lined with ancient kauri trees; learn Indigenous bush secrets and Māori lore from expert guides sharing history and nature.

  • The shuttle transfers also include a 20-minute Waiheke Highlights tour that shows golden beaches, olive groves, vineyards, and luxury properties along the way.

  • Get expert insights as guides explain eco‑restoration, detail Māori uses of native rimu and totara, and reveal secret coastal trails and lookouts.

from
NZ$139
Women tasting wine at Mudbrick Winery, Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Friends toasting with wine at a Waiheke Island vineyard, New Zealand, enjoying a meal together.
Group tasting olive oil at Allpress Olive Groves, Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Group of friends tasting wine at Batch Winery, Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Friends tasting wine at Cable Bay Vineyard, Waiheke Island, New Zealand, during sunset.
Wine tasting table set on Waiheke Island, New Zealand, featuring glasses and bottles.
Group tasting olive oil at Allpress Olive Groves, Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Two women tasting wine at a vineyard on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Waiheke Island vineyard view with Mudbrick Vineyard in Auckland.
Free cancellation
7 hr
Mobile ticket
3 more
  • Hop aboard the ferry from Auckland and sail into a day of vineyard-hopping. Your private coach awaits at Matiatia–your gateway to Waiheke's world-class wine scene.
  • At Allpress, taste liquid gold crafted from Waiheke's volcanic soils. Their hand-pressed oils capture the island's sunny microclimate in every drop.
  • Savor a seasonal two-course lunch at Batch Winery, located at Waiheke's highest point. Panoramic Gulf views and premium wines.
  • Continue your flavor adventure at Cable Bay and Mudbrick, where award-winning pours complement the views across the sparkling Hauraki Gulf to Auckland's skyline.
  • This seven-hour wine-lovers dream handles all the details – ferry tickets, tastings, lunch, and transfers – so you can focus on what matters: savoring every sip.

More details

  • Hop aboard the ferry from Auckland and sail into a day of vineyard-hopping. Your private coach awaits at Matiatia–your gateway to Waiheke's world-class wine scene.
  • At Allpress, taste liquid gold crafted from Waiheke's volcanic soils. Their hand-pressed oils capture the island's sunny microclimate in every drop.
  • Savor a seasonal two-course lunch at Batch Winery, located at Waiheke's highest point. Panoramic Gulf views and premium wines.
  • Continue your flavor adventure at Cable Bay and Mudbrick, where award-winning pours complement the views across the sparkling Hauraki Gulf to Auckland's skyline.
  • This seven-hour wine-lovers dream handles all the details – ferry tickets, tastings, lunch, and transfers – so you can focus on what matters: savoring every sip.
from
NZ$276

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