Waiheke Island Zipline and Forest Walk
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Guided tour
Transfers available
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Begin at Kurinui’s landing deck: learn the meaning of 'Kuri nui' as you prepare to zip from a 220m platform at 50km/h with vineyard and city views.
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From Kurinui’s deck to the forest floor, you’ll see geckos, skinks, weta, eels, and glowworms; hear Māori myths as trees whisper legends.
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Stroll along boardwalks lined with ancient kauri trees; learn Indigenous bush secrets and Māori lore from expert guides sharing history and nature.
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The shuttle transfers also include a 20-minute Waiheke Highlights tour that shows golden beaches, olive groves, vineyards, and luxury properties along the way.
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Get expert insights as guides explain eco‑restoration, detail Māori uses of native rimu and totara, and reveal secret coastal trails and lookouts.
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2-hour Waiheke Island guided tour
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Shuttle transfers from Waiheke’s Matiatia Wharf or Oneroa village
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Waiheke Island highlights tour during shuttle transfers
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2 expert guides
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Small groups of up to 12 people
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Dual zipline experience with professional guides
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Guided native forest walk
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Getting started
Your adventure starts at Matiatia Wharf (or Oneroa Village), where you join a small group and have your safety harnesses securely fitted. After a clear briefing on safety procedures and equipment use, your guide outlines the day’s plan.
What to expect
Descending from Kurinui’s deck, you exchange your treetop view for the forest floor, where geckos, skinks, weta, eels, and even glowworms live. Your guide explains Māori myths and how local natural resources are preserved through ongoing wetland restoration projects.
Wrapping up
Then, you board an air‑conditioned shuttle for a 20‑minute “Waiheke Highlights” tour. During this ride, you see the island’s beaches, olive groves, vineyards, and high‑end properties, with commentary that highlights key landmarks. The tour ends with a debrief where your guide recaps practical details of Waiheke’s natural and cultural heritage, ensuring you leave with beautiful memories of this eco‑adventure.
What to bring
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The tour operates in all weather conditions, so all guests are recommended to dress according to the day’s weather. On rainy days, bring a wet weather jacket. For cold days, bring a fleece jacket.
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Bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and comfortable footwear.
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Bring a camera, smartphone, or GoPro-style video recorder, and make sure you attach it to your clothing or harness by a strap or lanyard.
What’s not allowed
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This experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those suffering from serious medical conditions or heart problems.
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Participant weight limits apply: Everyone must weigh between 30 kg (66 lbs) and 125 kg (275 lbs) for safety reasons.
Additional information
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If anyone in your group is under 18, a parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult must be present at check-in to sign the waiver form.
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Kids 15 and under? They’ll need to zipline with a paying adult who can supervise them throughout the experience.
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Please review the risks of ziplining here before you book, especially if you or someone in your group is new to adventure activities.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
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Please arrive at the pick-up point 30 minutes before the scheduled time to avoid any delays.
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Please check more information about ziplining here
Pick-Up point
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Waiheke Islands Fullers360 Matiatia ferry terminal at 9:45 AM
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Address - Auckland 1081, New Zealand
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