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Experience the best of Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is a green, hilly island in the Hauraki Gulf east of Auckland, known for vineyards and olive groves, sandy beaches and sculpture.

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Waiheke Island lies in the Hauraki Gulf, east of Auckland, and its rolling hills are covered in pasture, bush and vineyards. The main village, Oneroa, has cafés and shops above a sheltered bay, and the long, curving sands of Onetangi Beach run below the northern hills. The island's vineyards grow Bordeaux-style reds and syrah in its sunny, mild climate, and many have restaurants with views across the gulf.

Olive groves and galleries dot the island, and sculpture stands in several gardens and along the coastal walks. Stony Batter Historic Reserve has tunnels and gun emplacements built in the Second World War on a hillside with sea views. Palm Beach and Oneroa Bay are good for swimming. On a clear day the Auckland skyline and the cone of Rangitoto volcano are visible from the ridges.

Mussels and oysters from the gulf, local olive oil and the island's wines make for long lunches on vineyard terraces, and small breweries pour craft beer. Summer is the time for beach picnics, the grape harvest comes in March and April, and winters are mild.

  • 1 hop-on hop-off route
  • Free cancellation on 68% of experiences
  • 4.8 across the top 19

Top experiences in Waiheke Island

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Day trips from Waiheke Island

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Guided tours in Waiheke Island

51

Walking and bike tours in Waiheke Island

17

Food and drink experiences in Waiheke Island

35

Outdoor and adventure activities in Waiheke Island

8

Nature and wildlife tours in Waiheke Island

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Questions about Waiheke Island

What is the most popular experience in Waiheke Island?
By number of traveller reviews it is "PREMIUM WINE tasting = Waiheke Island Wine Tours MAX 11 clients !", rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,467 reviews.
Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Waiheke Island?
Yes. We list 1 hop-on hop-off bus tour in Waiheke Island; the most reviewed is "Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus" with 351 reviews.
How long do tours and tickets in Waiheke Island take?
The typical experience in Waiheke Island lasts about 5 hours; the middle half run between 4 hours and 6 hours.
Can I cancel a booking in Waiheke Island?
The operator lists free cancellation on 68% of the 79 experiences we hold for Waiheke Island. The cut-off differs by experience and is shown on each product page before you choose a date.

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