Tour highlights
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Enjoy a scenic guided tour across Waiheke, delicious seasonal lunch and a variety of tastings at four top venues on the Taste of Waiheke tour.
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Head to Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal and board the 10:15am Waiheke Reserve ferry to Waiheke Island from piers 13 and 14. Please arrive at the ferry terminal at least 30 minutes before the recommended sailing.
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Upon arrival, exit Waiheke Island’s Matiatia Ferry Terminal where the Taste of Waiheke coach will meet you.
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Enjoy an olive oil tasting at Allpress Olive Groves, followed by a two-course lunch and a glass of wine at Batch Winery. Head up to Cable Bay Vineyards for a tasting and finally wind your way back to your last stop with a wine tasting at Mudbrick Vineyard.
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The tour ends at Matiatia Ferry Terminal to catch the 5:15pm Fullers360 Waiheke Reserve ferry from pier 3, back to downtown Auckland.
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We recommend allowing at least seven hours, including the return ferry trip.
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The Taste of Waiheke tour runs Wednesday to Sunday through the Summer period. Bookings available now! Daily as of the 1st December
Tour price
Includes one return ferry, a private coach, a two-course lunch with a glass of wine, two wine tastings and an olive oil tasting.
Adult ($290.00)
Gift Voucher Taste of Waiheke - ($290.00)
The venues
With its distinctive microclimate, volcanic soils, and coastal proximity, Waiheke Island provides the perfect conditions for cultivating olives. Discover a diverse range of carefully pressed olive varietals and styles available for tasting. Immerse yourself in an exceptional olive oil tasting experience at All Press Olive Groves.
Waiheke’s highest vineyard, Batch Winery offers unrivalled vistas of the Hauraki Gulf islands. Savor a seasonal two-course lunch in their contemporary dining space, accompanied with a glass of wine that perfectly complements the breathtaking scenery.
Situated on the stunning west coast of Waiheke Island, Cable Bay Vineyards boasts stunning views overlooking Auckland. Taste your way through their premium, hand-crafted wines from grapes grown on Waiheke Island and Marlborough vineyards.
This family-run vineyard has established itself as one of Waiheke Island’s iconic spots with stunning views across the Hauraki Gulf. As part of the Taste of Waiheke tour, you’ll enjoy a wine tasting as you learn about Mudbrick’s varietals grown on Waiheke Island at their rustic cellar door.
FAQs
The Waiheke Reserve ferry is a seasonal ferry service to Waiheke Island operating from October to March. The Waiheke Reserve service lets visitors pre-book the date and departure times before travel to and from Waiheke Island.
The Waiheke Reserve ferry sails at key visitor times throughout the peak season, offering bookable return sailings. Choose from 9am, 10:15am or 11am sailings from pier 13/14 departing the Auckland Ferry Terminal; depart on 4:30pm or 5:15pm sailings from pier 3 in Matiatia Ferry Terminal. The Waiheke Reserve is the perfect choice for those with fixed travel schedules, return the same day or book a return sailing up to three weeks from your date of departure.
The Waiheke Reserve ferry will depart from piers 13 and 14 at the downtown Auckland Ferry Terminal. Customers will need to be on the 10:15am service to Waiheke Island to ensure they are on time for the tour.
The Waiheke Walk-up ferry will depart from pier 1 at the Matiatia Ferry Terminal. Your ticket is valid for the time indicated on your ticket.
The Taste of Waiheke tour offers a seamless experience, starting with a Waiheke Walk-up ferry ride from downtown Auckland and returning from Matiatia Ferry Terminal. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by your tour coach and guide, who will transport you across the island in a private coach. Enjoy wine tastings at Cable Bay and Mudbrick Vineyards; a delectable lunch at Batch Winery including a glass of wine; and an Olive Oil tasting at Allpress Olive Groves.
Absolutely! Extend your stay on Waiheke Island by simply informing your tour coach that you plan to remain after the tour ends. Your return Waiheke Walk-up ferry ticket allows you to board any Fullers360 Waiheke Walk-up sailing within 12 months of the ticket date.
Terms and conditions
Tour is for adults only. Children aged 16 years old or older may also attend, as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All experiences and tours are subject to Fullers360 terms and conditions and code of conduct.
