Auckland is the perfect gateway to discover the Hauraki Gulf. Escape the bustle of the city centre and join a guided experience to islands afar. Whether you’re after an action-packed adventure, luxury winery tour, or historical journey, we have you covered.
Waiheke Island Explorer plus, from $93
- Cross the iconic Hauraki Gulf on the Fullers360 sailing from Downtown Auckland Ferry Terminal.
- Choose from either a lunch at one of three local eateries, with your choice of beer or wine, options from fish & chips to café dining, or wine tasting at three top vineyards. Children’s meal options are available.
- All day Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour, stopping at your choice of 16 locations.
- After a day exploring Waiheke, cruise back to the mainland by Ferry.
See what’s out there Waiheke Explorer Tour
- Your adventure starts as soon as you hop on the ferry to Waiheke Island from Downtown Auckland, your return ferry ticket is included in the tour price
- Board the modern Explorer Bus waiting right outside the Matiatia Ferry Terminal
- Explore the island at your own pace, hop off at one of the 16 stops or stay on for a scenic 1.5 hour loop tour of the island
- Stops include top vineyards, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches and nature walks
- Listen to commentary and local tips by on board island host
- Your Explorer bus meets the return ferry to Downtown Auckland
Waiheke Island $99 Ferry & Car Hire
- One full day car hire - your car will be an automatic four-door, five-seat sedan or hatchback from the reliable Waiheke Auto Rental.
- Baby and booster seats - If you're bringing the whole family, carseats are available
- Convenient pick up and drop off - Waiheke Auto Rental is located inside the ferry terminal at Matiatia Wharf.
- Insurance, island maps and information – These necessities are all included in the price of the hire.
- Optional upgrade - Please note vehicle upgrades and extended hire periods are available
- Return ferry fare - This package includes one adult return ferry fare to Waiheke Island from Downtown Auckland.
waiheke island Ferry & Bike/E-Bike Combo
- Explore Waiheke Island like never before
- One full day bike or e-bike hire
- Mountain bikes or e-bikes available for men and women in a range of sizes.
- All the safety essentials including helmet & bike lock
- Includes a map of Waiheke and the best areas to explore by bike.
- Convenient pick up and drop off
- Return ferry fare
waiheke island EcoZip Adventure Tour
- Half day
- Adrenaline-pumping zipline adventure on EcoZip’s flying-fox
- Dual cables let you fly side-by-side with a friend
- Easy 1.4 km guided native bush walk
- Return ferry to Waiheke Island from downtown Auckland, and scenic coach transfers
Waiheke Island Sea, Land & Sky
- Return ferry to Waiheke Island from downtown Auckland
- 1 day Waiheke Explorer Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour to explore the island at your own pace
- 30 minute scenic flight experience over Waiheke Island with Waiheke Wings
Coromandel Peninsula Driving Creek Pottery Explorer
- Approximately 1 hr 30 mins
- Learn about Barry Brickell’s pottery legacy
- Let a professional potter teach you the basics of throwing, slab building, coiling or sculpture
- Enjoy a guided tour around the pottery workshop
Coromandel Peninsula Historic Coromandel Town
- Scenic ferry from Downtown Auckland across the Hauraki Gulf
- Sail via Orapiu and Rotoroa Island
- Shuttle from Hannafords Wharf to historic Coromandel Town
- Gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula
Coromandel Peninsula Conservation Park Explorer Tour
- Approximately 1.5 hrs
- Guided walking tour of the Driving Creek Conservation Park
- View the colourful native geckos within the sanctuary
- Introduction to habitat restoration for native birds
- Includes return transfer from Coromandel Town
Coromandel Peninsula Driving Creek Railway Explorer
- Approximately 2 hours
- 1 ¼ hour ride on New Zealand's only narrow gauge mountain railway
- Journey through replanted native kauri forest
- EyeFull Tower viewing platform
- Bird sanctuary, art gallery and café
Devonport Explorer Tour
The Devonport Explorer Tour is currently taking a break. We hope to have you back exploring shortly, please check back in with us soon.
- Two-hour tour with local guide
- See the charm of historical seaside Devonport
- Visit two volcanic cones with Māori pā sites
- Explore the network of tunnels and forts on North Head
- Spectacular 360-degree views of the Auckland region
- Return ferry fare from Auckland City
Coromandel Peninsula Zip Explorer Tour
- Approximately 2.5 hours
- Zipline Canopy Tour across eight ziplines
- Learn about the transformation from gold mining to lush native forest
- A sanctuary for native birds and regenerating kauri trees
- Includes return transfer from Coromandel Town
Coromandel Peninsula Driving Creek Railway & Conservation Park Combo
- Approximately 3 hours
- 1 hr 15min Driving Creek Railway Tour
- Guided walking tour of the Driving Creek Conservation Park
- View the endangered reptiles within the sanctuary
- Includes return transfer from Coromandel Town