Things to do in Waiheke Island
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Waiheke Island: Wine Tasting Tour & Scenic Ferry from AucklandYou catch the 9am ferry from Auckland, join a guide and up to ten other travelers for a scenic tour of Waiheke Island, then visit three boutique vineyards for tastings with food pairing. Lunch is on your own at a local restaurant or cafe, and the guide arranges your return to the ferry terminal by 3:45pm — or you can stay later and head back yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste three good vineyards without renting a car or figuring out the island's layout yourself — the small group size (max 11 people) and fixed timing around the ferry schedule is what makes a half-day wine tour on Waiheke actually work.
Waiheke Island: Zipline Adventure & Native Forest WalkYou’ll feel your heart jump as you zipline above Waiheke’s forests, then slow down with a guided walk through native bush full of birdsong and ancient trees. With small groups and friendly guides, plus pickup from Matiatia ferry terminal and an island mini-tour included, this day trip mixes real adventure with peaceful moments you won’t forget quickly.
Waiheke Island Wine Tour: 3–4 Award-Winning VineyardsA 6-hour wine tour on Waiheke Island visits 3–4 boutique, award-winning vineyards with a knowledgeable local guide in an air-conditioned vehicle. You taste 3–5 wines at each vineyard and enjoy a 1.5- to 2-hour lunch stop at one of them (lunch is your own cost). The route rotates daily, so the vineyards change from tour to tour.Is it for me?A guide navigates you through three to four award-winning vineyards in a single day, curating each stop so you taste widely without planning the route yourself.
Waiheke Island wine tour: 4 vineyards with local guideA wine tour of Waiheke Island with four vineyard tastings, a local guide, and transport from Auckland. You start at Cable Bay Vineyards overlooking the Hauraki Gulf, break for lunch at Batch Winery at the island's highest point, taste at Stonyridge Vineyard among olive groves, and finish at Mudbrick Vineyard with views across the gulf. The guide is a resident who knows the winemakers and the stories behind them.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste wines without arranging the stops and timing yourself — the local guide knows the winemakers and the best table at each vineyard, and the transport holds the whole day together around the ferry schedule.
Waiheke Island Wine Tour: Small Groups, Back Roads & Boutique WineriesYou get picked up at the ferry, driven through Waiheke's quietest roads to three or four family-owned wineries, taste around 15 handcrafted wines with food pairings and lunch included, and return without having arranged a single detail yourself. The group stays small—up to nine people—which is what keeps the day feeling personal instead of like a tour.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers who want to skip the crowded tour routes and meet actual winemakers instead. The small group size and local guide mean you'll see more of the island and spend less time waiting—plan for a full day out, which is what lets you visit multiple wineries and linger without rushing.
Waiheke Island: Wine & Gourmet Food Tour with OystersYou visit three Waiheke vineyards with a local guide who knows the producers personally, taste olive oils and wines, eat oysters from Te Matuku Bay (weather permitting), and have a family-style lunch paired with local wine. The small group size and flexible itinerary mean you get what's actually available that day rather than a fixed route, and the guide handles all the stops and timing so you just show up at your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Waiheke wine and food stops in one day without arranging your own transport or timing — the guide's relationships with producers mean you get what's actually available that day, and the small group size keeps the pace relaxed enough to linger.
Waiheke Island Wine Tour: Three Vineyards & Beachfront LunchA five-hour Waiheke Island wine tour from Auckland includes tastings at three boutique vineyards, transportation across the island, and a set-menu lunch at a beachfront restaurant with one glass of wine. Your local guide drives and leads the tastings, so you arrive and move through the day without arranging ferries, transport or reservations. The minimum age is 18; ferry tickets between Auckland and Waiheke are not included and can be booked separately.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Waiheke's best wines without arranging ferries, transport between vineyards, or restaurant reservations yourself—the guide handles all of it, and you move through the day tasting, eating, and looking at the island.
Waiheke Island: 5 Bays E-Bike Loop 25km with WineriesYou rent an e-bike at the ferry terminal, receive a map and phone navigation, and spend the day riding a 25-30km loop past vineyards, beaches and local food spots. The electric motor handles Waiheke's hills, so you can focus on exploring. Plan for a full day out—that's what the distance and terrain require—and bring swimwear if you want to stop at the bays.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to explore Waiheke Island at their own pace without relying on tours or public transport schedules. Expect a full day of riding and hill climbing—the e-motor makes it manageable, but you'll need moderate fitness and should plan to start early to finish before the 6pm closing time.
Waiheke Island: Wine Tasting Tour with Beachfront LunchYou’ll sip Waiheke Island wines straight from the source, chat with local winemakers who actually remember your name, and share a long beachfront lunch with new friends. Expect laughter, stories about the island’s history you won’t find online, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back on the ferry.
Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour: 3 Boutique VineyardsYou get picked up from your Waiheke accommodation and visit three small vineyards chosen by people who know the island, tasting wines at each stop and taking in views of Auckland and the Gulf. Lunch is on you, and the tour times around the 4pm ferry back to the city, leaving you free to swim or shop at Oneroa if you want to stay longer.Is it for me?Right for couples or small groups (up to six) who want to taste real Waiheke wines without the tourist circuit, and who don't mind that lunch is on their own dime. The tour is paced around the 4pm ferry, so plan to spend most of your day on the island.
Waiheke Island: Ziplining & Wine Tasting with Vineyard LunchYou zipline through native forest on Waiheke Island in the morning, then join a separate vineyard tour for olive oil tasting, a two-course lunch at a hilltop winery, and two wine tastings at premium vineyards. Pickup and drop-off at the ferry terminal, plus round-trip ferry from Auckland, are included. Small groups mean personalized attention from guides on both halves of the day.Is it for me?A good fit if you want both adventure and wine in one day without arranging your own transport or timing—the ferry, pickup, and structured schedule handle all of that. Expect a full day out and moderate physical exertion in the morning; that's what makes fitting both experiences into one departure possible.
Waiheke wine tour: Vineyards, tastings, small groupA small-group wine tour on Waiheke Island with a local guide, visiting three boutique vineyards for 10–15 wine tastings across the day. All tastings and lunch reservations are pre-booked, so no queuing or disappointment when vineyards are fully booked for walk-ins. The tour runs 5.5 hours and includes scenic drive time, air-conditioned transport, and plenty of stops for photos.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a small group—no more than eleven people—so the driver can drop you at each vineyard entrance and the guide can share stories without shouting over a crowd. The pre-booked reservations mean you taste and move without waiting, which matters when vineyards are fully booked for walk-ins.
Waiheke Island wine tasting tour: 3 vineyards & lunchA wine tasting tour on Waiheke Island that visits three vineyards with food pairings, includes lunch with a glass of wine, and runs about 5.5 hours with a maximum of 11 guests. A local guide picks you up from your accommodation or the ferry terminal and drives you across the island, sharing stories about Waiheke's wine discovery, olive groves, and the migratory godwits that stop here. You choose between a shared platter lunch or a main course at one of the tour's favorite venues.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary and the vineyard stories in whichever language works for you. Groups stay under 12, which means the pace doesn't rush and the guide can answer questions as they come up.
Waiheke Island: Wine Tasting, Scenic Drive & Beach LunchYou’ll taste Waiheke Island wines with locals who know their stuff, enjoy a relaxed platter lunch with sea views, and walk Onetangi’s long beach under old pohutukawa trees. There’s time for art galleries or coffee in Oneroa village before your easy return to Auckland—a day that lingers in small ways.
Waiheke Island Double Headland Walk: Guided Coastal Hike & LunchIf you want to see Waiheke beyond the wineries, this walk hits all the best bits—coastal tracks, native bush, local food stops, and stories from someone who actually lives here. It’s relaxed but still feels like an adventure.
Waiheke Island: Private Vineyard Bush Walk & Wine TastingYou walk through regenerating bush up to a headland overlooking the Hauraki Gulf, then descend through established tracks with vineyard and sea views. Two wine tastings at different vineyards are included, with lunch available at either stop. The guide interprets the landscape and the vines as you go, and the route works for any fitness level in any weather — just bring walking shoes and layers.Is it for me?This suits anyone who wants to walk Waiheke's landscape and taste its wine without arranging transport between vineyards or timing the stops themselves — the guide handles the route and the pace, leaving you to focus on the views and the vines.
Waiheke Island Wine Tour: Three Vineyards & Beachfront LunchThis afternoon wine tour on Waiheke Island includes three tastings at boutique vineyards—one a must-visit small-lot producer, one the island's highest with panoramic views, and Mudbrick with its signature hand-picked wines and Rangitoto vistas—plus lunch at Ki Maha on Onetangi Beach with a glass of wine included. A live English-speaking guide leads the route and shares insider stories at a leisurely pace. Minimum age is 18; ferry tickets to the island are separate.Is it for me?Book this if you want the guide's full commentary and vineyard stories in English—essential for understanding what makes each tasting distinctive.
Private Waiheke Wine Tour: Three vineyards with lunchA private guided wine tour of Waiheke Island visits three of the island's top vineyards for premium tastings, includes a two-course lunch with a glass of wine at a local restaurant, and covers transport by private vehicle with live commentary on the island's history and culture. Minimum two people per booking; minimum age 18 for wine tasting; ferry tickets purchased separately at Fullers Ferry Terminal.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste Waiheke's wines without arranging three separate vineyard visits or managing your own transport—the private vehicle, the guide and the fixed itinerary mean the day stays relaxed and you stay focused on what you're tasting.
Waiheke Island Māori Heritage Private Tour with Local GuideIf you want more than just pretty beaches on Waiheke Island, this private tour gives you real insight into Māori heritage, local stories, and hidden spots most visitors miss. You’ll walk away seeing the island—and its people—in a whole new light.
Waiheke Island Private Double Headland Walk: Twin Coastal RoutesA private guided walk on Waiheke Island covering the Matiatia and Church Bay headlands, with an expert local guide, lunch at Oneroa Village, and return transfers from the ferry terminal. The route splits into two parts—a northern walk around Matiatia past Owhanake Bay, and a southern walk through Pio Rehutai Reserve and a sculpture park—each roughly two hours, with the order determined by tidal conditions. Groups stay under twelve people.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving by ferry and want both headlands covered in one outing—your guide times the route around tides, so you walk whichever headland works that day rather than committing to a fixed itinerary.
