Discover Waiheke Island’s Gourmet Food and Wine Tour: A Culinary Adventure Near Auckland
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for anyone comfortable with moderate walking and standing during tastings.
Overview
Explore Waiheke Island’s finest boutique vineyards and gourmet flavors with a six-hour guided tour featuring wine tastings, olive oil sampling, and a family-style vineyard lunch. Discover why this island near Auckland is a hidden food and wine gem.
The Gourmet’s Food and Wine Tour
6 hours • Olive oil, wine tasting, whisky tasting and vineyard lunch
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About This Adventure
Embark on Waiheke Island's most popular food and wine tour, featuring tastings at boutique vineyards paired with local delicacies like oysters and honey. Enjoy an olive oil tasting, a family-style lunch amidst stunning vineyard views, and conclude with a choice of craft whisky or local wine in a relaxed setting.
Enjoy amazing food & wine at some of the best spots on Waiheke!
Duration
TOUR DEPARTS MATATIA WHARF - WAIHEKE ISLAND: 9.50AM
DROP OFF MATIATIA WHARF or ONEROA VILLAGE: 3.40PM*
We recommend catching the 9am Fullers ferry from downtown Auckland at the latest to make the tour start time.
*Please note on busy summer days the tour may run longer.
About
Our most popular tour, you will visit three vineyards each offering a range of gourmet tastes to accompany their wines. Treats may include oysters straight from Te Matuku Bay, Waiheke olive oil and Waiheke honey.
Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch, served family-style at the third vineyard overlooking the vines (dietaries catered for). From here you will have time to explore Oneroa Village where you can walk along Oneroa Beach, visit some of the local shops including Island Gelato, The Waiheke Wine Centre and the Island Grocer or choose to sit in a café/bar overlooking the bay before being returned to your accommodation or the ferry back to Auckland.
Due to seasonal availability, Te Matuku oysters may not be available but they will be substituted with another gourmet treat.
We recommend catching the 9am Fullers ferry or 9.15am Island Direct Ferry from Downtown Auckland at the latest to make the tour start time.
Please note that the tasting venues and lunch venue are subject to change according to availability.
A booking fee applies if booking online. Contact us on 093727530 or info@ananda.co.nz if you wish to avoid this charge.
Please Note: Tour requires minimum of 2 people to run. (maximum group size 15 people)
- dietaries/allergies can be catered for however the tour is not suitable for vegans. Please note that our group tours are not suitable for guests traveling with children under the age of 18 years. If you wish to make a booking, please contact us about a private tour.
Adventure Tips
Book the morning ferry early
Catch the 9am ferry from Auckland to ensure a timely start at Matiatia Wharf for the 9:50am tour departure.
Notify dietary restrictions in advance
Contact the tour operator at least 24 hours prior if you have allergies or special diet needs to ensure suitable provisions.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves some light walking between tasting venues; comfortable footwear will enhance your experience.
Bring a refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the six-hour tour, especially during summer months, by bringing your own water bottle.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Native tui birds that frequent vineyards
- Occasional sightings of fantail birds in garden areas
History
Waiheke Island has a rich Maori heritage, with traditions tied closely to the island’s fertile land and coastal resources.
Conservation
Local vineyards and producers emphasize sustainable agriculture and organic practices to preserve Waiheke’s natural beauty and soil health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Light jacket
Waiheke’s weather can be changeable, so a light jacket helps keep you comfortable throughout the tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good footwear ensures ease traversing vineyards and tasting rooms.
Refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated during your full-day tasting tour.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning vineyard views and island landscapes along the way.