Experience the serene indulgence of Waiheke Island!
Our Waiheke Island tasting experience tours lets you relax and enjoy the island in your own style, designed with destinations to suit your unique tastes and interests.
Wine and dine at exquisite boutique vineyards, opt for award-winning gin and vodka tastings at Waiheke Distilling Co, or experience the new distilery at Waiheke Whisky; from a flight of beers at The Heke or Alibi Brewing, to savouring the outstanding extractions at Allpress Olive Groves ... Your possibilities are endless!
All while you leisurely take in spectacular scenic views of Waiheke Island's extraordinary vistas, stopping at the best lookout points along the way.
Other highlights could include Onetangi Beach,
Man O’ War Tasting Room, the world-renowned
Mudbrick Vineyard for dinner after the tour or peruse Oneroa Village shops and art galleries.
Example* of a
Waiheke Island
5-Hour Taste Experience Itinerary
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10:45am – Collection from the Ferry or your Accomodation
Your tour will start at the agreed pick-up location. After a short drive through Oneroa village, we leave the main road and take a scenic route with wonderful views across the Hauraki Gulf and Palm Beach.
No visit to Waiheke would be complete without witnessing one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With views of Great Barrier and Little Barrier Island in the distance, Onetangi Bay has over 1.5 km of beautiful golden sand. Should you wish, you can be dropped at the far end to stroll the beach and meet your guide at the other end.
We continue the tour towards the eastern side of the island. The drive showcases spectacular views where you will have ample time to stop and admire the Gulf Islands and beyond to the Coromandel Peninsula.
Onetangi Beach Walk
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The Man O’ War vineyard tasting room is set back from the beach in shaded surroundings and offers a range of food and wine tasting experiences. Established in 1993, Man O’ War consists of 150 acres of vines planted in 76 individual hillside blocks. Man O’War’s superb wines include Syrah, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
This is a great place for lunch and the menu includes delicious sharing platters and pizzas that can be enjoyed on the lawn area whilst soaking up the views over the bay to the Coromandel coastline surrounded by Pohutakawa trees.
With the
7-hour tour, the not to be missed, award winning Waiheke Distilling Co and Passage Rock Vineyards could be included.
Man O’ War & Tasting Room
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Taste a selection of our island's award-winning extra virgin olive oils! Allpress (formerly Rangihoua Estate), is set in lovely gardens surrounded by olive groves and native New Zealand Forest. Rangihoua was recognised four times in the Flos Olei competition, an International Competition in Italy, created to be a guide to the world’s best olive oils.
Allpress – Olive Oil Tastings
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Mudbrick Vineyard is world-renowned for its award-winning wines, restaurant, Italian-inspired rustic gardens and spectacular Auckland skyline views. A wonderful place to enjoy some fantastic food and wine.
Mudbrick Vineyard Tasting Room
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Oneroa Village
Depending on the time available we may return to Oneroa Village before heading back to the ferry terminal, your accommodation or another agreed drop-off location, such as a dinner after the tour.
03:45pm – Return to your chosen drop off location
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* This is only an example of what is possible on our 5-hour tour itinerary. Due to seasonal variations, booking availabilty, opening hours, or by your personal preference; alternative routes, activities, vineyards, restaurants and destinations can be arranged. We always endeavour to meet all requests, and the possabilites are endless.
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Discover Our Wine Tours
5-Hour Tasting Tour
Our Freedom 5-hour Wine Tour allows plenty of time to discover three beautiful vineyards of your choice and sample their incredible range of wines. You can expect to taste 3 – 6 wines at each venue. Depending on the pace of the day, there may be an opportunity to visit a fourth tasting destination.
7-Hour Extended Tour
The extended 7-hour Wine Tour allows for five tastings, with the potential to visit a sixth. Include a beach walk, a fun group activity or a long lunch as you wish... You will enjoy an extended experience as you explore the best of Waiheke's vineyards, exceptional beauty, and award winning destinations.
5-Hour Reserve Tour
Our Reserve Wine Tours are the next step up for your palate, showcasing the best seasonal reserve wines of each vineyard. The 5-hour tour will have you visiting three venues and there may be an opportunity for additional tastings, depending on your choices and timings on the day.
7-Hour Reserve Tour
Indulge in a full day of wine tasting with our Reserve 7-hour Tour. Experience the absolute finest selections and enjoy the beauty of Waiheke Island at a relaxed pace, with so much to see and enjoy.
Don't miss the breathtaking landscapes and secret treasures of Waiheke Island, just a 40min ferry ride from Queens Wharf, downtown Auckland central.
Book your chosen tour today!
We will be in touch with a suggested itinerary, and to arrange an unforgettable adventure for you.
Our 5-hour tour can include 3 destination tastings, while our extended 7-hour tour offers the chance to explore 2 more incredible locations...
With endless possibilites to stop along the way, we pride ourselves on providing a personalised experience that your group will cherish.
