New Zealand · WAIHEKE ISLAND TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 waiheke island tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Taste Waiheke’s boutique wines at three vineyards on a small-group island tour with scenic stops, local stories, water, and lunch planning help.
“Beautiful island tour, premium boutique vineyards, knowledgeable guide Melita. Wow. Views, unique venues, and more!”
Review of Waiheke Island’s six-hour wine tour, with boutique cellar doors, tastings, island views, minibus transport, lunch tips, and honest drawbacks.
“David was excellent and he had everyone talking to each other and he is so knowledgeable. Outstanding day with a great crew”
Zip through Waiheke’s treetops, cross a vineyard and forest valley, then walk native bush with expert guides on this small-group Auckland outing.
“It was really nice, just very short. Would have been nice if there was more than just 3 slides. The girls who assisted us where really cool, enjoyed them, very professional.”
Taste Waiheke’s wineries, olive oil, scenery, and a two-course lunch on a seven-hour private island tour from Auckland.
“The guide was lovely - the island beautiful and lunch was great - the wine tours nice in that the sites were beautiful but the wines chosen were just ok.”
Explore Waiheke with Grant on a small-group wine tour featuring boutique vineyards, local stories, island views, tastings, and lunch options.
“Great is a great host and takes you to fantastic wineries off the beaten path. He has extensive knowledge of the region and is a great conversationalist. I would highly recommend you book with him over the big hop one/offs or larger corporation services. We had a great time!”
Taste Waiheke wine, oysters, olive oil, cheese, and a family-style lunch on a small-group tour with island pickup and local guides.
“Great tour that covered a lot of ground (4 wineries), and a good amount of food and drinks. Michael was our lovely tour leader - he was fantastic, sharing knowledge, stories and laughs throughout the day, and making the drives in between destinations all the more enjoyable. Where we were running early he would take us to other stop off points for lookouts etc as well. We particularly enjoyed our experience at Batch Winery. However, the venue we visited for lunch (Stonyridge) was underwhelming from a service perspective - despite constant requests for service and information regarding our lunch platters (including dietary requirements), the staff were dismissive and didn't appear…”
Explore Waiheke Island by ferry and hop-on hop-off bus, with winery, beach, gallery, and village stops plus local commentary.
“Waiheke Island was beautiful. Ash & Simon were both great, funny & knew a lot about the Island and shared many stories”
Explore Waiheke Island on a half-day wine tour with ferry connections, scenic vineyards, tastings, beach views, and an optional double-decker bus.
“Our experience was fantastic! Naooroa was amazing! He made the tour one to remember!! Definitely highly recommend!”
Taste Waiheke wines, enjoy a beachfront lunch, and explore island scenery with a local guide on this easy half-day trip from Auckland.
“Overall the wines and food were awesome!! Would definitely do it again! Surprisingly enough though the best part might have been the tour guide Nooroa, the views and the people on our tour.”
Explore Waiheke Island by e-bike on a 30km Five Bays loop, with beaches, vineyards, olive groves, gelato, maps, helmets, and freedom to ride at your pace.
“Awesome and so easy of service! My friend’s and I rode around the whole island with plenty battery to spare. I recommend booking in advance.”
Explore Waiheke’s vineyards with tastings at three wineries, island views, a local guide, and a beachside lunch with wine included.
“We were met by Craig on the island. Vehicle was comfortable and he easily navigated the island. 3 vineyards were all good. Staff at the vineyards were knowledgeable and answered questions. Lunch was exceptional! Amanda tours does a marvelous job!”
Zipline through Waiheke’s native forest, taste olive oil and local wines, and enjoy a vineyard lunch on this full-day Auckland escape.
“A great experience ziplining, views, team everyone was really friendly and professional. Informative winery tour and amazing vineyard lunch. A very enjoyable day. Thank you”
Explore Waiheke’s beaches and bush on a five-hour guided walk with lunch, native wildlife, scenic views, and small-group care.
“Justin was really accommodating and very knowledgeable and brought the walk to life and even managed to slip in a wine tasting and a side trip to art museum. Thank you”
Hike Waiheke Island through bush, beaches, headlands, and vineyards, with sea views, two wine tastings, and expert local guiding.
“Guide Lucy was so knowledgeable about the history of the island so I learned much more than I expected. She was gracious and friendly, and I would highly recommend.”
Walk Waiheke Island’s Matiatia and Church Bay headlands with a local guide, lunch in Oneroa, wildlife spotting, and return transfers.
“Justine was absolutely fantastic and made the day so enjoyable. It ended up being just me on the walk, which was great that they still take people out despite having a small group. The hike itself was gorgeous - not too difficult, but there are Read more”
Pick an island, a lake or a cave.
