Waiheke Island

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TRAVEL TIPS & HIGHLIGHTS ------- Best Time To Travel ------- Summer (Dec - Feb) Spring (Sept - Nov) ------- How to Get Here ------- Ferry: A 40-minute ride from Auckland using your AT Hop Card. Scenic Flight: Offers stunning aerial views from Auckland. ------- Key Highlights ------- Wine Tasting: Visit vineyards like Tantalus Estate, Man O' War, Stonyridge and Cable Bay. Connells Bay Sculpture Park. Te Ara Hura Hiking Trails. Wild Estate Archery & Clay Shooting. Ostend Market: Every Saturday. Water Activities: Kayaking, paddleboarding, or jet skiing. Book Activities, Accommodation & Transport Below

THE BEST OF WAIHEKE ISLAND

Escape to Waiheke Island, a captivating paradise just a short ferry ride from Auckland. Renowned for its pristine beaches, lush vineyards, and charming villages, Waiheke is an island of contrasts, offering the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Explore its scenic walking trails, indulge in gourmet dining with ocean views, and experience world-class wine tasting at its celebrated wineries. Whether you're kayaking in crystal-clear waters, browsing the vibrant local art scene, or hiking through native forests,

Venture out on a guided walking tour to discover the island's natural beauty, or dive deeper into the local arts culture with an immersive 5-hour guided art tour. For food lovers, the Gourmet's Food and Wine Tour offers an exceptional culinary experience, while the Quintessential Wine Tour takes you to award-winning vineyards for a taste of Waiheke’s finest wines. Thrill-seekers can glide through the trees on a thrilling zipline adventure or take a scenic bush walk paired with wine tastings at two renowned wineries.

Waiheke Island is more than just a destination; it's a sanctuary where you can recharge in luxurious accommodations such as the Waiheke Waterfront Lodge, Mudbrick Cottages, and the Waiheke Island Resort. Whether you're here for a day or a week, your experience on Waiheke will be one of pure enchantment.

Book your perfect Waiheke Island escape today and unlock the magic of this stunning Auckland getaway!

Guided Walking Tours on Waiheke Island

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Walk around the Matiatia headland and view the beautiful ecology of the Hauraki Gulf and Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island: 5-Hour Guided Art Tour

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Be captivated by the creative energy and aura of the Waiheke Islands. Discover the best of its arts scene and meet talented artists, with the help of a local guide.

The Gourmet's Food and Wine Tour with Ananda Tours

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If you are looking for the ultimate Waiheke Island foodie experience, this is the perfect activity.

Waiheke Island: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

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Glide across a canopy of native New Zealand bush on a 3-hour zipline adventure on Waiheke Island.

The Quintessential Wine Tour with Award-Winning Restaurant Lunch

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Join us for an authentic and immersive experience of the breathtaking Motu that is Waiheke Island. Our tour includes a visit to three of the best vineyards on the island for delicious tastings.

Waiheke Island: Premium Vineyard, Wine Tasting and Bush Walk

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Discover Waiheke Island on this small-group, premium guided walk. Soak up the island's stunning scenery, spot native wildlife and enjoy wine tasting at two of Waiheke’s most famous wineries.

Waiheke Island - Fly and Dine

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Fly to Waiheke for stunning views, a 3-course vineyard lunch, wine tasting, and ferry return to Auckland.

Waiheke Island: Tour with Wine Tastings and Restaurant Lunch

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Join a quintessential wine tour on the scenic island of Waiheke with wine tastings at three cellar doors.

Waiheke Island Private Personalised Walk

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Discover Waiheke Island with this personalised walk

Scenic Taste and Graze Tour with Platters

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Indulge in a variety of tastings at the finest locations on Waiheke Island, and treat yourself to a generous platter lunch at an iconic vineyard!

Waiheke Island: Full Day Guided History and Heritage Tour

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Spend a day exploring Waiheke from a Māori perspective. Visit the focal point of the Māori community on Waiheke, learn about carving, tattooing, Māori language and the impact of colonisation.

Waiheke Sunset Wine + Dine Scenic Tour

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Waiheke Waterfront Lodge

With a stay at Waiheke Waterfront Lodge in Waiheke Island (Oneroa), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Oneroa Bay and Little Oneroa Beach.

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The Oyster Inn

With a stay at The Oyster Inn in Waiheke Island (Oneroa), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Artworks Complex and Oneroa Bay.

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Omana Luxury Villa

With a stay at Omana Luxury Villa in Waiheke Island, you'll be steps from Woodside Bay and a 3-minute drive from Rocky Bay. This luxury lodge .

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Mudbrick Cottages

The Mudbrick cottages have been designed as just the sort of fairy-tale cottage one would want to happen upon if travelling to Waiheke Island on holiday.

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Onetangi Beach Apartments

Located in Waiheke Island (Onetangi), Onetangi Beach Apartments is within a 5-minute walk of Onetangi Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Wild on Waiheke.

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Waiheke Island Motel

Stay at Waiheke Island Motel in Waiheke Island (Ostend), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Anzac Bay and Goldie Vineyard.

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Delamore Lodge

Located in Waiheke Island (Oneroa), Delamore Lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal and Owhanake Bay.

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Waiheke Island Resort

The Waiheke Island Resort is Waiheke's foremost accommodation & conference venue. Set in a tranquil hillside location above Palm Beach.

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Onetangi Beachfront Apartments

With a stay at Onetangi Beachfront Apartments in Waiheke Island (Onetangi), you'll be steps from Onetangi Beach and a 3-minute drive from Dellows Waiheke Distillery.

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