AUCKLAND · NEW ZEALAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 15 waiheke island wine tours most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.
Waiheke Island day trip from Auckland with return ferry plus a hop-on hop-off bus pass to 16 vineyards, beaches, and villages.
Most Popular“Our original activity was cancelled so we scouted GYG for ideas. This was perfect for us and so easy to initiate!! Once on the island you can get on the bus & get off at any of the awesome stops listed on a easy to read map..”
Small-group premium Waiheke wine tasting with vineyard food pairing, scenic island tour, and transfers. Max 11 people, about 6 hours.
“Started the day getting picked up from the Ferry by our guide, Oliver. He gave us a quick driving tour before heading to Vineyard #1, Casita Miro. BEAUTIFUL VINEYARD with delicious wine and food/snack pairing. Vineyard #2 was Goldie's. BeRead more”
Small-group Waiheke wine day trip from Auckland with ferry views, tastings at 4 wineries, and a relaxed lunch break. Max 10 people.
“Great day, great weather and great wine! Justin was the perfect guide, knowledgeable and passionate for the island he calls home. A well-paced day that doesn’t lead to an easy over-serve. Stop for tasting three is also where you have lunch—our only note would be a preference for greater flexibility around lunch (maybe in the…”
Zip across Waiheke native forest on three 650-foot dual ziplines, over working vineyards, with a mini tour and guided bush walk.
“the views were spectacular and the guide from the pick up driver for his niceness and recommendations to the two coaches Ben and Poppeigh for their professional brilliance.”
Waiheke Island wine tour with tastings at 3 vineyards and a beachfront lunch at 372, right by Onetangi Beach. 5 hours.
“AMAZING!!! Our guide Nooroa was just a gem, he knew all our names and brought the group together through conversation and including peoples backstories. Best tour guide I have had as he was funny, informative and helpful. The three vineyards were lovely and showcased the beauty of Waiheke- made me proud to be a kiwi.…”
A small-group Waiheke Island wine day with 3–4 boutique vineyards, included tastings, minibus transfers, and vineyard lunch on your own.
“Michelle was our guide for our tour and she was delightful! She was so knowledgeable and patient which is so important for a tour like this. The wineries we visited ranged from small and quaint to huge estates. Trying to keep tabs on everyone can definitely be a challenge but she managed it well and…”
Waiheke Island zipline and forest walk from Auckland. Small group up to 12, three cable runs, native bush return, Trig Hill views.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our experience on the zip lines lead by Kaylee and Lucia. These young ladies made us feel very at ease in terms of safety of the experience as well as being very informative and fun. We did the zip lines in the pouring Read more”
Waiheke food and wine day with return ferry, three guided tastings, olive-oil sampling, and a two-course lunch. Private pace.
“Efficient, well organised and friendly guide. Good variety of stops. Comfortable bus, delicious lunch”
Small-group Waiheke wine tour with Oneroa coffee and up to 15 tastings at boutique wineries, led by local guide Grant.
“Well it was a shocking day, but Grant made it a very enjoyable one with a lot of interesting facts and visits to lovely wineries”
A 5.5-hour Waiheke Island food and wine day with boutique tastings, olive oil lessons, oysters when available, and a family-style lunch.
“This was a relaxed tour visiting three of Waiheke Island’s wineries with some very nice (predominantly red and rose) wines and a delicious lunch. Our driver and guide, Michael was friendly and informative and we really appreciated his laidRead more”
Waiheke Island hop-on hop-off bus from Matiatia with live commentary and 16 stops for vineyards, beaches, art, and easy self-paced touring.
“First and foremost - this INCLUDES a ferry ticket. BUT, you have to go to the Fullers360 office and get your ticket. You can't go straight to the ferry. Also, the hop on/hop off bus is great and the operators are very friendly and helpful. The tiRead more”
Waiheke’s 5-hour gourmet crawl: oysters, olive oil, boutique vineyard tastings, a family-style lunch, and a whisky or beer finish.
“Had a wonderful time. The company was very responsive and got us back to the ferry earlier than the rest of the tour to accommodate unforeseen traffic issues to the airport due to a Coldplay concert. We really enjoyed ourselves. Highly recommend!”
Half-day Waiheke Island wine tour from Auckland with ferry links, scenic vineyard stops, tastings, and optional lunch with ocean views.
“Schedule was very rushed. There was no time to relax at each winery. The wine was not good. The groups were large. The driver was very friendly though. You’re better off doing tasting on your own”
Half-day Waiheke Island wine tour with 3 tastings and a beachfront gourmet lunch at Three Seven Two, plus scenic driving on the island.
“This trip was well worth the money. 3 wineries plus a gourmet lunch with wine or beer! Our driver and tour guide Rob was fun, informative and organized. Great, scenic wineries with lovely wines and knowledgeable hosts at each stop. Highly recommend.”
Waiheke’s Five Bays e-bike ride. Pedal-assist help, helmet, map, and bike lock for a hilly Auckland day trip with food stops.
“Will set us up for a wonderful day. Great instructions on the bike, map and sites we would see. Recommended a great winery where we dried out after hitting some rain. Definitely a great way to see the island.”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
