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Western Explorer: Waiheke Island Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Ferry Transfers

Matiatia Bay view from ferry, Waiheke Island, with boats and lush hills.
Ferry traveling to Waiheke Island across turquoise waters with passengers on deck.
Family walking along Onetangi Beach, Waiheke Island, with lush hills in the background.
Church Bay view of Hauraki Gulf and Auckland skyline, Waiheke Island.

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4.5/5(397)

Mary H

Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
John and Tilly were the absolute best! Great suggestions and entertaining commentary. Batch and Soho were great stops, good wine and staff and the food at Batch was fantastic.

Catherine R

Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
excellent commentary, bus was on time, drivers were very friendly and made good recommendations, good views from the bus. Note : We had asked Headout for advice about walking from Stoneyridge Vineyard to Casa Miro where were booked for lunch. This is the reply "Stonyridge → Casita Miro Your plan here sounds excellent. Spending about an hour at Stonyridge and then walking to Casita Miro is very common and works well. The walk is scenic, relatively short, and well-trodden by visitors, so it’s a great way to enjoy the area before your 1:00 PM lunch reservation. As it turned out we were unable to walk there in the time we enquired about as it was too far and very hilly and you can no longer walk directly there as it is private land. We instead got a taxi to come for us.

Nadia H

Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
This was the perfect last minute tour. Great value for money and super flexible. The staff were very friendly and we enjoyed the different guides on the buses, they had a great sense of humour and some good recommendations. We only stopped at three wineries as we took our time and enjoyed each place.

Dawn M

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
This was so worth the money, we had a fantastic day. The sights were amazing and the drivers and hosts were entertaining and knowledgeable. I will be recommending thus to others and will do it again next time I have the opportunity.

Catherine A

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The drivers were very friendly and informative. They enjoyed having us on their buses and this made for a wonderful experience. A lovely way to spend a day in New Zealand.

Blanche T

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The commentary on the buses were entertaining and so informative. Loved learning more about the island. Highly recommend. I would certainly do it again.
    • Begin your tour on a hop-on hop-off bus with a mobile app for live tracking. This will help you plan stops at beaches and wineries.

    • Grab a one-day pass for a swift escape to Waiheke’s wineries, beaches, and markets or choose a two-day pass for relaxed tastings and scenic coastal views.

    • Travel along the Western Explorer Route with stops at local harbors, coastal villages, and key island attractions for informed visits.

    • Upgrade to include round-trip ferry transfers from Auckland to Waiheke, ensuring clear departure and arrival times.

    • 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off tour (as per option selected)

    • Access to the Western Explorer Route

    • Round-trip walk-up ferry transfers from Auckland To Waiheke Island (as per option selected)

    • Mobile app with live bus tracking

  • TOTAL DURATION80 minutes
    FREQUENCYEvery 60 minutes
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    FIRST DEPARTUREMatiatia Ferry Terminal at 10:05 AM
    LAST DEPARTUREMatiatia Ferry Terminal at 5:30 PM
    Timeline
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    1. Matiatia Ferry Terminal

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    2. Mudbrick Vineyard

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    1 attraction

    Te Rere

    3 hours 58 minutes walk

    3. Cable Bay Vineyard and Allpress Olive Groves

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    1 attraction

    Piritahi Marae

    5 minutes walk

    4. Waiheke Community Art Gallery

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    1 attraction

    Korora Beach Reserve

    2 minutes walk

    5. Oneroa Village

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    1 attraction

    Fishermans Rock

    6 minutes walk

    6. Goldie and Kennedy Point Vineyards

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    1 attraction

    Mermaid Marine

    6 minutes walk

    7. Ostend Village

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    1 attraction

    Te Toki Reserve

    3 minutes walk

    8. Wild Estate, Stonyridge, Te Motu and Soho Family Vineyards

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    1 attraction

    Waiheke Golf Club

    3 minutes walk

    9. Postage Stamp Wines and The Heke Kitchen, Brewery and Distillery

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    1 attraction

    EcoZip Adventures

    5 minutes walk

    10. Onetangi Beach - Charlie's, Three Seven Two

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    1 attraction

    Veliky Hazchem Beach

    5 minutes walk

    11. Waiheke Museum

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    1 attraction

    Rangihoua Creek

    2 minutes walk

    12. Opposite Wild Estate, Stonyridge, SohoTe, and Motu Family Vineyards

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    1 attraction
    Anzac Bay

    Anzac Bay

    3 minutes walk

    13. Batch Winery and Waiheke Wings

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    1 attraction
    Cascades Waterfall

    Cascades Waterfall

    4 minutes walk

    14. Allpress Olive Groves

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    15. Ostend Village

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    1 attraction

    SeaLink - Kennedy Point Ferry Terminal

    5 minutes walk

    16. Goldie and Kennedy Point Vineyards

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    1 attraction

    Waiheke Honey Company

    7 minutes walk

    17. Oneroa Village

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    1 attraction

    Te Ara Hura Trail

    6 minutes walk
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 397 reviews

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    Guests from United States, Australia, Canada and over 12 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Christopher W

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Incredible Island and excellent guides! Both drivers on the day went out of their way to make us feel welcomed and make it a memorable day!

    Gail G

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Efficient, friendly service in great comfort!

    Mary H

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Apr 2026
    John and Tilly were the absolute best! Great suggestions and entertaining commentary. Batch and Soho were great stops, good wine and staff and the food at Batch was fantastic.

    Nadia H

    Group
    Verified booking
    Mar 2026
    This was the perfect last minute tour. Great value for money and super flexible. The staff were very friendly and we enjoyed the different guides on the buses, they had a great sense of humour and some good recommendations. We only stopped at three wineries as we took our time and enjoyed each place.

    Dawn M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Mar 2026
    This was so worth the money, we had a fantastic day. The sights were amazing and the drivers and hosts were entertaining and knowledgeable. I will be recommending thus to others and will do it again next time I have the opportunity.
  • What to bring

    • Bring your swimsuit, towel, and walking shoes during the summer.

    Accessibility

    • Accessibility for wheelchair and stroller is limited, especially when the Deckers are not in service.

    Additional information

    • Dogs are not allowed inside the bus.

    • Most ferries have fully licensed cafés, Wi-Fi, power points, luggage and bike racks. All ferries are equipped with toilets.

    • Remember to thoroughly check your gear for pests before boarding, clean your footwear to remove soil and seeds, and ensure any food is in a sealed container.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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