Experience the taste of Waiheke!

Our Waiheke Island Taste Experience 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 ... The possibilities are endless!

All while you leisurely take in spectacular scenic views of Waiheke Island's extraordinary vistas.

Other highlights could include Onetangi Beach, Man O’ War Tasting Room, Oneroa Village or the world-renowned Mudbrick Vineyard.

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.

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10:45am – Collection from the Ferry or your Accomodation

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 winery 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 award winning Waiheke Distilling Co and Passage Rock Vineyard could be included.

Man O’ War Vinyard's & Tasting Room

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Taste a selection of Allpress's (formerly Rangihoua) award-winning extra virgin olive oils, 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 Groves – Olive Oil Tasting

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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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Stop into 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.

03:45pm – Return to drop off location

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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 vineyard at your own cost.

Freedom 7-Hour Tour

The Freedom 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 and incredible destinations.

Reserve 5-Hour Tour

Our Reserve Wine Tours are the next step up for your palate, showcasing the best flagship wines of each vineyard. The 5-hour tour will have you visiting three venues and there may be an opportunity to visit an additional location at your own cost, depending on timings of the day.

Reserve 7-Hour 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.