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Waiheke Island

Watermark Studio Apartments

A 40-minute scenic ferry ride from the city; this accommodation is set above Oneroa Bay, with Little Oneroa Beach only 300m from your studio. Enjoy beautiful, everchanging bush and sea views in this relaxing haven. Only a short stroll to the village with its shops, cafes and restaurants, wine bars, and galleries. Free WiFi, and car parking provided.

WAIHEKE ISLAND Delamore Lodge

Experience pure luxury at this boutique lodge, built into the hillside and commanding breathtaking views over Owhanake Bay. Just a 40-minute scenic ferry ride or a 5-minute helicopter flight from downtown Auckland, Delamore is the ultimate in elegance and exclusivity. Enjoy fine dining, a cellar stocked with award-winning wines, heated infinity pool, cave-like Jacuzzi, sauna, day spa, complimentary WiFi, and car parking.

WAIHEKE ISLAND Waiheke Island Motel

Waiheke Island Motel is conveniently located in the heart of the populated western end of Waiheke Island. The Fullers passenger ferry terminal is a 10 minute drive, the Sealink vehicle ferry is a 5 minute drive, and it is on the main bus route. The motel is also within an easy 10 minute drive of 10 of the island's most beautiful beaches, including busy Oneroa beach, pretty Palm Beach, and the long beach at Onetangi. Many vineyards, restaurants, and local activities are also a short drive (or bus trip) away.

Per Room From Oct 22 – Mar 23 Apr 23 – Mar 24

INCLUDES: Pre-dinner drinks with canapés, gourmet breakfasts, ferry transfers

Scenic Flights

Waiheke Buzz Around

After take-off from Waiheke Aerodrome you will immediately begin to enjoy incredible views. This flight allows you to soak up some of the local beauty right from the get-go, including the local beaches, coastline and many vineyards.

Duration: 30 minutes, min 2 people to operate

Fly & Dine

Enjoy views of the beautiful scenery and local landmarks before arriving at the Waiheke Wings base on Waiheke Island. Visit Peacock Sky Vineyard, where you can sit back, unwind and enjoy the luxurious surroundings. A deluxe winetasting of five wines will be provided and small tasters to accompany the beverages will also be served. Take to the sky's one last time for your return flight to your chosen airfield. With lots of tranquil waters and white sandy beaches surrounding you, this unique experience will surpass your expectations.

Duration: Full-day tour including transfers.

Operated by Island Aviation/Waiheke Wings

Waiheke Buzz Around - per person $151

Fly & Dine - 2 people from $762

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Garden Studio $185 $203 One Bedroom Cottage $256 $282 Two Bedroom Family Unit $297 $327

ESSENCE OF WAIHEKE WINE ZIP, WINE AND DINE

Soar through the treetops of Waiheke Island on a three-course zipline tour with aerial views of the beautiful Hauraki Gulf. Your 3-hour tour of Waiheke starts with an overview of the idyllic island by minivan before you zipline above the trees and ends with a gentle interpretive bush walk. Tour numbers are limited to ensure a more personalized experience in a small group.

Highlights: Waiheke highlights mini-tour, taking in the island’s beaches, vineyards bays and multimillion-dollar homes, Three giant, dual, ziplines allowing you to fly side-be-side with a friend over the forest canopy. Waiheke is famous for its food and wine, so after an exciting morning you'll be ready for lunch at the award-winning Stonyridge Vineyard. Tour the beautiful winery, and taste wines as well as a delicious light lunch before you depart for Rangihoua Estate; home to another Waiheke staple – olive oil.

Duration: 7 Hours, Daily departures.

Operated by Ecozip Adventures Per Person Zip, Wine and Dine

Enjoy a memorable day on a picturesque island, tasting the wines and local delicacies which have made Waiheke world-renowned. Personalised inspirational tours highlighting the very best of Waihekewine, olive oils, great food, scenery and art with passion and enthusiasm. Daily shared group tours (max. 18 people) and private tours available

Known as ‘New Zealand’s Island of Wine’, Waiheke has become home to a dedicated group of award-winning wine producers. With a unique micro-climate and the winemakers’ philosophy of “small is beautiful”, Waiheke has produced some of New Zealand’s most prestigious wines. On this tour, you will visit three of Waiheke’s top vineyards and sample a range of their wines. Along the way enjoy a commentated scenic drive, learning about the Island’s history, geography, people and culture from your knowledgeable local guide. After your wine tasting experience sit back, relax and enjoy a lunch and a glass of Waiheke wine or beer at a local favourite before heading back to the ferry or your accommodation.

Operated by Ananda Wine Tours Per Person

Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour $221