Choose from a selection of distinctive venues, each showcasing a different side of Waiheke’s celebrated food and wine scene. The Heke offers a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere set amongst four acres of gardens, serving casual sharing plates alongside locally crafted beer and award-winning Waiheke whisky. Batch Winery, the island’s highest vineyard, pairs gourmet platters with spectacular views across the Hauraki Gulf and rolling vines for one of Waiheke’s most scenic dining experiences. Wild Estate combines award-winning wines with fresh local flavours in the heart of the famous Onetangi Valley, creating a laid-back setting perfect for long lunches and island living. Meanwhile, Stonyridge Vineyard delivers a taste of the Mediterranean with its renowned Cabernet blends, Italian-inspired platters, and beautiful vineyard setting often compared to the South of France.

After an afternoon of wining and dining, continue exploring the island at your own pace aboard the Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus, discovering boutique villages, galleries, beaches, and local attractions before returning to Matiatia Ferry Terminal for your ferry back to Auckland. Combining world-class food and wine with the freedom to explore one of New Zealand’s most beautiful islands, this is a Waiheke experience designed to be savoured long after the last glass is raised.