Tour highlights
-
Enjoy a scenic guided tour across Waiheke, delicious seasonal lunch and a variety of tastings at three top venues on the The Waiheke Eastern Explorer Tour.
-
Head to Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal and board the 10:00am Waiheke Walk-up ferry to Waiheke Island from piers 11 and 12.
-
Upon arrival, exit Waiheke Island’s Matiatia Ferry Terminal where the Waiheke Eastern Explorer Tour coach will meet you.
-
Enjoy an locally crafted gin or vodka tasting at Waiheke Distilling Company, followed by a two-course lunch and a glass of wine at Man O' War Vineyard and finally wind your way back to your last stop with a boutique wine tasting flight at Jasper Ridge Vineyard.
-
The tour ends at Matiatia Ferry Terminal to catch the 5:00pm Fullers360 Waiheke Walk-up ferry from pier 1, back to Downtown Auckland.
-
We recommend arriving at least 30-40 minutes prior to departure to allow time for boarding.
-
Planning your itinerary on the island? View the brochure
Tour price
Waiheke Eastern Explorer Tour - Adult ($225.00)
Waiheke Eastern bus transfer Matiatia to Man O' War - Adult ($25.00)
Waiheke Eastern bus transfer Man O' War to Matiatia - Adult ($25.00)
Your Waiheke Experience
Begin with a guided tasting of locally crafted gin or vodka, featuring native botanicals and bold island flavours. Set high above the coastline, this stop pairs exceptional spirits with panoramic views.
Enjoy a relaxed two-course lunch with a glass of wine at one of Waiheke's most iconic vineyard settings. Your experience includes a choice of starter and main from a seasonal menu, alongside a glass of estate wine. Expect fresh, locally inspired dishes and wines that reflect the vineyard's coastal character.
Finish your day with a boutique wine tasting in a relaxed, intimate setting. Discover small-batch Waiheke wines and the stories behind them. A perfect, unhurried close to your island experience.
The easy way to and from Waiheke's Eastern end
Getting out to Man O’ War (and back again) just got a whole lot easier.
Our weekend transfer service connects Matiatia with Waiheke’s eastern end, giving you a simple, reliable way to plan your day. Travel one way for $25, or return for $50 and take the stress out of getting around.
Heading out, depart Matiatia at 11:05am, travelling across the island via Oneroa Village and Onetangi Beach, before arriving at Man O’ War at 11:50am.
Coming back, the 3:40pm departure from Man O’ War returns via Onetangi Beach and Oneroa Village, timed to connect comfortably with the 5:00pm ferry from Matiatia.
Whether you’re visiting for lunch, drinks, or a full day out, this flexible transfer lets you explore at your own pace without worrying about how you’ll get there or back.
The venues
Perched on the ridge above Cowes Bay with sweeping views over the Coromandel Peninsula, Waiheke Distilling Co. specialises in premium, small-batch craft spirits. Your visit includes a guided tasting of their locally crafted gin or vodka, featuring native botanicals and bold island flavours, one of the most unique ways to start a day on the island.
Sitting right on the water at the far eastern end of the island, Man O' War is one of Waiheke's most iconic vineyard settings. Your visit includes a relaxed two-course lunch with a glass of estate wine, fresh, seasonal dishes in a setting that feels genuinely off the map.
A smaller, more intimate stop to finish the day. Jasper Ridge specialises in Rosé and Syrah, and your visit includes a boutique tasting of their small-batch Waiheke wines in a relaxed, unhurried setting. The kind of place you'd never find on your own.
Terms and conditions
Tour is for adults only.
All experiences and tours are subject to Fullers360 Terms and Conditions and Code of Conduct.
