Waiheke Island · WAIHEKE ISLAND TOURS

The 15 Best Waiheke Island Tours

47 tours  ·  from $59

Everything on Waiheke hangs off the ferry timetable. The 15 below sort the wine loops, the food tours, the zipline and the plain hop-on bus by what they cost, how many cellars they reach and which sailing they put you on.

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets - Arriving at Mātiatia and finding the Explorer Bus
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Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

1.Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,311 reviews · 1 day · from $59Our pick

Take a return Fullers360 ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island, then use the Explorer Bus for 16 stops. Choose wineries, beaches, galleries, villages, olive oil tastings, or forest walks. Guides such as Ruth, Aaron, Tilly, and Minnie add local color, while the bus tracker helps you plan your day.

“Our driver/guide Aaron was exceptional! He was so knowledgeable about the area, the history, and the tour. Everything went so smoothly and he offered so much great information about New Zealand Highly recommend!!!”

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Waiheke island Wine Tours - PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients ! - Getting from Auckland to Matiatia Wharf
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Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

2.Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,378 reviews · from $155Top rated

Meet your English-speaking guide at Waiheke’s Matiatia Wharf for a scenic island tour and three premium vineyard tastings. Guides such as Oliver, Glenn, and Melita add local stories, while included island transport and ferry transfers keep the day simple. Ferry tickets and lunch are separate.

“Beautiful island tour, premium boutique vineyards, knowledgeable guide Melita. Wow. Views, unique venues, and more!”

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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries' Tour - A small van and a local voice
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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries’ Tour

3.Waiheke Island Wineries’ Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 934 reviews · 6 hours · from $110

Take the 10am ferry from Auckland to Waiheke, then meet an Enjoi guide such as Justin, David, Sherrie, or Luca for a six-hour island tour. Visit four wineries or related tasting stops, enjoy scenic drives, and choose your own lunch. Ferry tickets and food cost extra.

“Fun exploring the island and getting to meet other travelers. Guide was interesting and interested in those on the tour.”

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Waiheke Island: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip - The first zipline builds confidence
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Waiheke Island: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

4.Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 695 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Join EcoZip Adventures for three 200-meter dual ziplines over Waiheke’s native bush, vineyards, and Hauraki Gulf views. Guides such as Fraser, Macy, Cat, and Poppy lead the activity, followed by a 25-minute forest walk covering local plants, wildlife, Māori, and European history.

“The guides Fraser and Sophie were excellent. They made us feel welcome and safe during the activity. My daughter and I had a wonderful time and would highly recommend a visit to the Zip Line as well as the island!”

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Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings - The changing vineyard route
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Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings

5.Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $111

Spend about six hours touring three or four Waiheke vineyards with a local guide such as Michelle or David. Taste three to five wines at each stop, enjoy island stories and coastal views, and buy lunch at one vineyard. Ferry tickets and lunch are extra.

“Beautiful vineyards and fun group. Tour guide drove us safely to the next stops and told us the stories behind the island. Was awesome!”

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Waiheke Island: Zipline And Forest Walk - Trig Hill gives you the best early view
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Waiheke Island: Zipline And Forest Walk

6.Zipline And Forest Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 483 reviews · from $92

Meet your guides at Waiheke’s Matiatia ferry terminal, ride by minivan to Trig Hill, and take three 200-meter zipline flights over vineyards, valleys, and native forest. Guides such as Ben, Jessie, Poppy, and Helena have been praised for calm safety briefings and lively forest walks.

“Ella and the other tour guide/zipline "handlers" (perhaps Sophie? Sorry, I forgot her name!) were so kind and friendly. They kept us safe and shared lots of good facts about the forest as we walked through on the way back to the starting point. Make sure to grab the rope at the end of each Zipline! Be prepared to do a good amount of walking with some hills. Beautiful, educational, great experience. Fun!”

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Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour - Allpress Olive Groves: a useful first taste
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Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour

7.Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · from $179

Travel from Auckland to Waiheke for a seven-hour food and wine day with a guide such as Victor or Kai. Taste olive oil at Allpress Olive Groves, enjoy a two-course lunch at Batch Winery, and sample wines at Batch, Cable Bay, and Mudbrick. Ferry tickets are included, but you must collect them before boarding.

“This was a fantastic tour! Wines were good! Lunch was good! Wineries were beautiful and provide fantastic views! Victor was an outstanding guide and ensured were all had a good time!”

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Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue - Getting from Auckland to Matiatia Wharf
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Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue

8.Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 370 reviews · from $170

Meet your Waiheke guide at Matiatia Wharf for five hours of wine, scenery, and local stories. Visit three boutique vineyards, taste Rosé, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Bordeaux blends, then enjoy lunch and a glass of wine at 372 on Onetangi Beach.

“Great service and excellent wineries 🍷 and the lunch excellent food and location”

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WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours - First winery: small producers and serious tasting time
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WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours

9.WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · from $150

Meet Grant at Waiheke’s Matiatia Ferry Terminal for a six-hour tour of small family-run wineries. After coffee in Oneroa, you’ll follow scenic back roads, taste up to 15 premium wines, enjoy small food pairings, and hear local stories about the island. Groups are limited to nine adults.

“Had a beautiful time on the island! There was just the four of us so made it very personal! Grant took us to some lovely boutique wineries (the wines were goid too!) and showed us a lot of the island! Had a yummy lunch at a restaurant by the ocean! Thankyou ❤️”

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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour - Kennedy Point starts the tasting day
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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour

10.Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · from $212

Meet your guide at Matiatia Ferry Terminal for 5.5 hours of boutique wineries, Waiheke oysters, olive oil, artisan food, and a family-style lunch. Guides such as Michael, Nick, Grant, and Fleur bring local stories, while the flexible venue plan may include three or four wineries.

“Absolutely incredible experience! Michael was such an awesome tour guide and each of the 4 wineries was gorgeous. The wines and food at each were delicious! We received all-round great service and would recommend this tour to anyone! Best way to do Waiheke for sure.”

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Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus - How to plan six hours without rushing
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Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus

11.Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 315 reviews · from $58Best value

Take the ferry from Auckland, then use the Waiheke Explorer bus to visit vineyards, beaches, galleries, villages, and trailheads. Onboard hosts share local tips and commentary. The ticket package commonly includes return ferry travel, but confirm this on your voucher and exchange it at the Fullers360 office before boarding.

“Waiheke Island was beautiful. Ash & Simon were both great, funny & knew a lot about the Island and shared many stories”

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Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Scenic Vineyards & Tastings - Meeting your guide at Matiatia Ferry Terminal
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Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Scenic Vineyards & Tastings

12.Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Scenic Vineyards & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · from $117

Meet your guide at Matiatia Ferry Terminal for a four to five-hour Waiheke wine tour. Choose a standard bus visiting four wineries or a vintage double-decker tour with Batch Winery, a beach walk, onboard tastings, and Mudbrick. Guides may include Rob, Caleb, Debbie, or Nooroa.

“We had the most amazing time in Waiheke island with this wine tour! Rob was our tour guide and he was exceptional, accommodating, and knowledgeable! He also had great music taste which kept our van ride very entertained! We would definitely recommend!”

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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch - Starting at Matiatia Wharf at 9:45
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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch

13.Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 267 reviews · from $185

Meet your English-speaking Ananda Tours guide at Matiatia Wharf for three boutique vineyard visits, local tastings, and a family-style lunch overlooking the vines. Guides such as Nick, Michael, Craig, Simon, and Fleur share island stories, then give you time in Oneroa Village before returning you to the wharf.

“Our tour guide, Michael was excellent and super friendly. Very knowledgeable.”

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Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Tastings & Gourmet Beachfront Lunch - Cable Bay starts the wine tasting at 11am
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Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Tastings & Gourmet Beachfront Lunch

14.Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Tastings & Gourmet Beachfront Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 237 reviews · from $186

Meet your guide at Matiatia Ferry Terminal for a five-hour Waiheke wine tour with tastings at three vineyards and lunch at Three Seven Two on Onetangi Beach. Guides such as Caleb, Nooroa, Debbie, Rob, Shirley, and Karen share island stories while you travel between stops.

“Noorora was a fantastic guide. He was personable, informative, and made the tour a memorable experience. Would recommend him and the Gourmet Food and Wine tour!”

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eRide Waiheke 5 bays ride - Beaches, bays, and summer swimming
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eRide Waiheke 5 bays ride

15.eRide Waiheke 5 bays ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $73

Ride Waiheke Island’s 30km Five Bays loop on a pedal-assist e-bike. Pick up your bike beside the ferry terminal, then follow a supplied map to beaches, vineyards, olive groves, wineries, food stops, and scenic bays. Staff provide a practice ride, safety briefing, route tips, helmet, lock, and phone holder.

“Was my first time using an ebike and man it was worth it to get up the hills! You can't really get far on a normal bike. HOWEVER please note it was quite scary going down hill, the ebikes got up to 30 km/hr and was scary using the brakes in fear of flipping over the handlebars! Company should warn you of the down hill speeds and advise how to ride the downhills safely in a controlled manner. David was really friendly and helpful, and was great to have a saddlebag to carry my stuff. The bike chain fell off mid ride and shortly after the gear axle broke mid…”

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