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.
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
waiheke island Ferry & Car Combo
Only $129 to Hire a set of wheels and explore at your own pace. As your own tour guide, you'll be able to venture to parts of the island that most tours don't visit. Pick up and drop off is conveniently located at Matiatia Wharf.
Read moreCoromandel 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