Top 10 Day Trips from in Waiheke Island, North Island

If you're after a relaxed pace day, with a small group of people this afternoon tour is a great option for you. The tour offers some of Waiheke’s scenic highlights, a visit and tastings at three boutique vineyards, a micro-brewery and an excellent platter lunch. Enjoy an entertaining and informative commentary along the way.

Inclusions: Lunch (Vineyard Platter), Wine tastings at 3 vineyards and 1 Micro Brewery, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Pickup and drop-off from Waiheke accommodation, Local taxes, Small group tour (shared with others) Minimum 2 people - Maximum 10 pax people, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Ferry Tickets (these can be purchased at the Fullers ferry terminal at 99 Quay st), Gratuities

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On this tour you’ll discover the best of its arts scene, and meet talented artists, with the help of an expert local guide. Here's just some of what we'll do: Visit art galleries in Oneroa, including an artists’ collective and the Community Art Gallery. Tour the local sculpture park and learn about this intriguing array of outdoor art. Visit sculptors and painters in their studios - and even get to meet an artisan shoemaker! Have lunch (included in the price) at an artist's home. Walk through the Atawhai-Whenua Forest & Bird Reserve to the Ferry Terminal or Community Gallery where we finish. Our Art Walk takes approximately five hours and is done at a very leisurely pace so you can enjoy both the art and the scenery around you. You will come away feeling inspired by what you have seen, the artists you have met and the beauty you have enjoyed while wandering through bush tracks and local roads.

Inclusions: Fantastic scenic walk with expert guiding and interpretation, Lunch at artist’s home and studio

Exclusions: Ferry fares

Escape for the day to Waiheke, New Zealand’s "Island of Wine". Enjoy a relaxing and informative day on Waiheke in the safe hands of a knowledgeable guide.  You will visit three of Waiheke’s top vineyards and sample a range of their wines. Along the way, enjoy a scenic drive with live commentary to learn about the island’s history, geography, people and culture. After your wine-tasting experience, sit back, relax and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to the ferry or your accommodation. Lunch is at your own expense.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from Waiheke accommodation, Transport by private vehicle, Wine tastings at up to three vineyards

Exclusions: Ferry ticket fares, Lunch

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. Your charter is for exclusive use of the yacht with two crew (captain and host). We can stop at a pest-free island for a guided walk, plus you’ll have opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding. Our guide will help you learn about the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, its islands and people. You’ll spot seabirds and may see dolphins, and even whales, as we glide along with the wind in our sails. This is the only day sailing trip offered in the outer gulf and departing from Waiheke Island. If you’d like to take the helm or help us trim the sails, skipper Bruce will show you the ropes. Your itinerary will depend on the wind direction and weather, so that we can give you the most enjoyable and comfortable experience.

Inclusions: Stand-up paddleboard, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Snacks, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Ferry to/from Waiheke Island (tickets can be purchased from us)

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a guided walk, plus you’ll have opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding. Our guide will help you learn about the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, its islands and people. You’ll spot seabirds and may see dolphins, and even whales, as we glide along with the wind in our sails. This unique eco adventure is the only day sailing trip offered in the outer gulf and departing from Waiheke Island. If you’d like to take the helm or help us trim the sails, skipper Bruce will be happy to show you the ropes. Your itinerary will depend on the wind direction and weather, so that we can give you the most enjoyable and comfortable experience.

Inclusions: Stand-up paddleboard, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Snacks, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Guided walk on a pest-free island

Exclusions: Ferry to/from Waiheke Island (tickets can be purchased from us)

Waiheke Island has become known as New Zealand's 'Island of Wine' home to a dedicated group of award-winning winegrowers. Travel in a comfortable minibus to three or more of the top vineyards on the island for wine tasting, and enjoy a commentated scenic tour of Waiheke from one of our experienced guides, all of whom are locals with extensive knowledge of the island, its people and its produce.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Wine tastings, Waiheke Acommodation Pick-up and Drop off, Scenic tour including scenic look-outs and beaches, Lunch - Cost of a one course lunch + a local beverage is included , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Ferry tickets

Take a day trip to discover Waiheke - the world renowned 'Island of Wine'. Its right on Auckland's doorstep and just a 35 minute ferry ride across the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf. In our seven years of operation we have met thousands of amazing people from all over the world,  treated them to lively commentary and introduced them to some of our quintessential boutique vineyards making delicious wines and offering outstanding tasting experiences. We are fired with a passion for this beautiful place, so come on over and we'll share our little piece of paradise and its secrets with you - your memories will be made of this!!

Inclusions: Scenic highlights tour and visits to three exceptional vineyards, Tasting fees for all wines (we prefer to visit vineyards where you will taste Waiheke Wines), Complementary chilled bottled water, 'Waiheke Island of Wine' guides with informative content about the islands wines and terroir, Full commentary - please note English speaking guides and commentary only, Complementary transfers to lunch and to the ferry afterwards, Chilled

Exclusions: Ferry fares, Lunch

Enjoy succulent fresh oysters, award-winning olive oil and other locally-produced specialty foods, accompanied by wines from some of Waiheke Island’s top boutique vineyards.Your guide will provide an entertaining and informative commentary along the way.

Inclusions: Lunch (Vineyard Platter), Snacks (Waiheke oysters and Cheese at one of the vineyards), Wine tastings at 3 vineyards, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Pickup and drop-off from Waiheke accommodation, Local taxes, Small group tour (shared with others) Minimum 2 people - Maximum 18 pax people, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Ferry Tickets (these can be purchased at the Fullers ferry terminal at 99 Quay st), Gratuities

Visit Waiheke Island and its top 3 Vineyards in this once in a lifetime luxury experience. Tour starts with pick up from your accommodation in a luxury Mercedes Vehicle by an experienced tour guide. Enjoy a scenic Ferry ride from Auckland City across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island. Travel to the top 3 Vineyards on the Island and taste what they have on offer. Once all 3 Vineyards have been visited, the next stop is the beach from some relaxing, sightseeing and a picnic Lunch. Make your way back on the ferry through the beautiful islands where you will dropped off back at your accommodation.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Wine tasting, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

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Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On the Waiheke Island Private Art Walk you’ll enjoy a personalised tour of galleries, sculpture parks and artist studios. This tour is available for groups of 2-8, and we’ll design it to suit your interests and requirements. Visit art galleries in Oneroa, including an artists’ collective and the Community Art Gallery. Meet artists and gallery staff. Visit the local sculpture park and learn about this fascinating outdoor art. Visit sculptor and painter studios and an artisan shoemaker. Your tour price includes lunch at the spectacular home and studio of painter Gabriella Lewenz. Our Private Art Walk takes approximately five hours, and is done at a very leisurely pace, suitable for a variety of fitness levels. so you can enjoy both the art and the scenery around you. After being surrounded by such creativity, plus the beauty of nature, you will come away feeling refreshed and inspired.

Inclusions: Fantastic scenic walk with expert guiding and interpretation, Lunch at artist’s home and studio

Exclusions: Ferry fares