Experience the best of Waiheke Island from Auckland

Discover Waiheke Island in a way that perfectly fits your day—from flexible hop-on hop-off adventures and simple ferry rides to adrenaline-fueled ziplines and gourmet wine and food tours. Every experience is uniquely crafted to showcase the island’s pristine beaches, vineyards, and vibrant culture.

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Slide 1 of 6, Ferry cruising near Waiheke Island with lush green hills and clear blue water.

From Auckland: Waiheke Island Ferry Tickets

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Step aboard a fast ferry at Downtown Auckland for a smooth Waiheke Island transfer with flexible seating.
Cruise for around 40 minutes across the Waitematā Harbour, passing coastal views and surrounding islands.
Enjoy a comfortable ride with indoor cabins, outdoor decks, and onboard facilities like cafés and W-iFi
Take in panoramic city skyline views from the observation deck as you travel to and from Waiheke Island.

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Step aboard a fast ferry at Downtown Auckland for a smooth Waiheke Island transfer with flexible seating.
Cruise for around 40 minutes across the Waitematā Harbour, passing coastal views and surrounding islands.
Enjoy a comfortable ride with indoor cabins, outdoor decks, and onboard facilities like cafés and W-iFi
Take in panoramic city skyline views from the observation deck as you travel to and from Waiheke Island.

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NZ$31.50

Slide 1 of 12, Hop-on hop-off bus touring Waiheke Island with lush greenery and a vineyard in the background.

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

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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.

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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.

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NZ$68

Slide 1 of 10, Friends enjoying wine at Stonyridge Winery, Waiheke Island, with scenic vineyard views.

Waiheke Island Wine and Dine Experience at Stonyridge

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Begin with a return ferry from Auckland; board the hop‑on hop‑off bus along the Western Explorer Route using live tracking to plan your day.
Enjoy a multi‑course lunch at Stonyridge Vineyard where you select your glass of wine and share a platter featuring Italian charcuterie and New Zealand cheeses.
Explore Stonyridge, a boutique winery famed for its Bordeaux‑style Larose and innovative winemaking, built on 6 hectares of fertile vines.
Use your 1‑day hop‑on hop‑off pass to visit Waiheke’s key stops, including golden beaches, charming olive groves, and scenic vineyard views along the route.
Relax on the Veranda Café amid rows of olive trees and colorful vines; enjoy outdoor seating with clear views of the valley, evoking a South‑of‑France feel.

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Begin with a return ferry from Auckland; board the hop‑on hop‑off bus along the Western Explorer Route using live tracking to plan your day.
Enjoy a multi‑course lunch at Stonyridge Vineyard where you select your glass of wine and share a platter featuring Italian charcuterie and New Zealand cheeses.
Explore Stonyridge, a boutique winery famed for its Bordeaux‑style Larose and innovative winemaking, built on 6 hectares of fertile vines.
Use your 1‑day hop‑on hop‑off pass to visit Waiheke’s key stops, including golden beaches, charming olive groves, and scenic vineyard views along the route.
Relax on the Veranda Café amid rows of olive trees and colorful vines; enjoy outdoor seating with clear views of the valley, evoking a South‑of‑France feel.

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NZ$176

Slide 1 of 9, Women toasting with wine at Mudbrick Winery, Waiheke Island, with scenic vineyard view.

Taste of Waiheke: Wine and Gourmet Food Tour

7 hrs

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Hop aboard the ferry from Auckland and sail into a day of vineyard-hopping. Your private coach awaits at Matiatia–your gateway to Waiheke's world-class wine scene.
At Allpress, taste liquid gold crafted from Waiheke's volcanic soils. Their hand-pressed oils capture the island's sunny microclimate in every drop.
Savor a seasonal two-course lunch at Batch Winery, located at Waiheke's highest point. Panoramic Gulf views and premium wines.
Continue your flavor adventure at Cable Bay and Mudbrick, where award-winning pours complement the views across the sparkling Hauraki Gulf to Auckland's skyline.
This seven-hour wine-lovers dream handles all the details – ferry tickets, tastings, lunch, and transfers – so you can focus on what matters: savoring every sip.

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Hop aboard the ferry from Auckland and sail into a day of vineyard-hopping. Your private coach awaits at Matiatia–your gateway to Waiheke's world-class wine scene.
At Allpress, taste liquid gold crafted from Waiheke's volcanic soils. Their hand-pressed oils capture the island's sunny microclimate in every drop.
Savor a seasonal two-course lunch at Batch Winery, located at Waiheke's highest point. Panoramic Gulf views and premium wines.
Continue your flavor adventure at Cable Bay and Mudbrick, where award-winning pours complement the views across the sparkling Hauraki Gulf to Auckland's skyline.
This seven-hour wine-lovers dream handles all the details – ferry tickets, tastings, lunch, and transfers – so you can focus on what matters: savoring every sip.

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NZ$305

Slide 1 of 7, Ferry approaching Rangitoto Island from Auckland across blue waters.

From Auckland: Rangitoto Island Ferry Tickets

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Enjoy a smooth round-trip ferry transfer from Auckland to Rangitoto Island with scenic harbour views
Sail across the Waitematā Harbour with views of the Auckland skyline and Harbour Bridge in both directions
Benefit from flexible return timings, giving you the freedom to explore the island at your own pace
Relax onboard with comfortable indoor seating or head to the open decks for fresh air and panoramic views

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Enjoy a smooth round-trip ferry transfer from Auckland to Rangitoto Island with scenic harbour views
Sail across the Waitematā Harbour with views of the Auckland skyline and Harbour Bridge in both directions
Benefit from flexible return timings, giving you the freedom to explore the island at your own pace
Relax onboard with comfortable indoor seating or head to the open decks for fresh air and panoramic views

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NZ$59

Slide 1 of 8, Auckland harbour cruise boat with city skyline and Sky Tower in the background.

Auckland Scenic Harbour Cruise with Live Commentary

1 hr 30 mins

Step aboard for a scenic cruise across the Waitematā Harbour, offering a fresh perspective of the city from the water.
Sail past iconic highlights like the Auckland skyline, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Devonport, and Rangitoto Island, with photo opportunities along the way.
Enjoy engaging live commentary from the friendly crew as they share stories, and local insights, all while you relax with access to a fully licensed bar and light snacks onboard.
Soak in the atmosphere on your return with indoor and outdoor seating, music, and a fun, easy-going vibe as you cruise back through the harbour.

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Step aboard for a scenic cruise across the Waitematā Harbour, offering a fresh perspective of the city from the water.
Sail past iconic highlights like the Auckland skyline, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Devonport, and Rangitoto Island, with photo opportunities along the way.
Enjoy engaging live commentary from the friendly crew as they share stories, and local insights, all while you relax with access to a fully licensed bar and light snacks onboard.
Soak in the atmosphere on your return with indoor and outdoor seating, music, and a fun, easy-going vibe as you cruise back through the harbour.

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NZ$39

Slide 1 of 7, Auckland Harbour cruise boat at sunset with city skyline in background.

Auckland Harbour Sunset Cruise

2 hrs

Step aboard a comfortable vessel for a 2-hour Auckland sunset harbour cruise experience.
Cruise across the harbour as the skyline glows at golden hour, with views of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and surrounding waterfront.
Relax with access to a fully licensed bar offering wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, and light snacks available for purchase.
Move between indoor lounges and open-air decks for fresh air and uninterrupted sunset views across the Waitematā Harbour.

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Step aboard a comfortable vessel for a 2-hour Auckland sunset harbour cruise experience.
Cruise across the harbour as the skyline glows at golden hour, with views of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and surrounding waterfront.
Relax with access to a fully licensed bar offering wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, and light snacks available for purchase.
Move between indoor lounges and open-air decks for fresh air and uninterrupted sunset views across the Waitematā Harbour.

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NZ$49

Slide 1 of 11, Whale near a tour boat on a Half-Day Safari Cruise from Auckland.

From Auckland: Half-Day Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

4 hrs 30 mins

Step aboard a purpose-built vessel at Viaduct Harbour for an Auckland whale watching cruise with spacious viewing areas
Cruise for around 4.5 hours into the Hauraki Gulf in search of whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds
Listen to live commentary from expert crew and marine biologists as you learn about the region’s wildlife
Move between indoor cabins and open decks for fresh air and uninterrupted views during wildlife sightings

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Step aboard a purpose-built vessel at Viaduct Harbour for an Auckland whale watching cruise with spacious viewing areas
Cruise for around 4.5 hours into the Hauraki Gulf in search of whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds
Listen to live commentary from expert crew and marine biologists as you learn about the region’s wildlife
Move between indoor cabins and open decks for fresh air and uninterrupted views during wildlife sightings

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NZ$225

Slide 1 of 16, Cruise ship on Auckland's Tikapa Moana, passengers enjoying ocean views.

From Auckland: Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins & Islands Cruise

6 hrs 45 mins

Go on a 7-hour Tikapa Moana whale, dolphin & island cruise experience.
Cruise through the Hauraki Gulf as expert crew search for whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds in the wild.
Enjoy informative onboard commentary while taking in scenic island views and coastal landscapes.
Stop at a selected island to relax or explore, with options including Rotoroa Island or Man O’ War Bay on Waiheke Island.
Benefit from a marine mammal sighting guarantee, with a free return cruise if no wildlife is spotted.

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Go on a 7-hour Tikapa Moana whale, dolphin & island cruise experience.
Cruise through the Hauraki Gulf as expert crew search for whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds in the wild.
Enjoy informative onboard commentary while taking in scenic island views and coastal landscapes.
Stop at a selected island to relax or explore, with options including Rotoroa Island or Man O’ War Bay on Waiheke Island.
Benefit from a marine mammal sighting guarantee, with a free return cruise if no wildlife is spotted.