Explore Waiheke Island on foot and gain insight into the region’s rich Maori heritage on a walking tour. Hike along winding trails and enjoy sweeping views over the beaches and Hauraki Gulf from the soaring coastal headlands. Along the way, listen as your Maori guide sheds light on the region’s deep roots and shares stories about the island’s past. Stop at a local vineyard and learn of the diverse grape varietals thriving in the fertile soils, then finish with a wine tasting.

Hike along Waiheke Island’s trails with a Maori guide
Enjoy panoramic coastal and forest views from the headlands
Gain insight into the island’s Maori culture and heritage
Sample locally made wine at a vineyard on the island

What's Included

Professional Maori guide
Wine tasting
Juice, soda, or water for children
Gourmet picnic lunch or shared platter provided on PRIVATE tours only

Extra food and drinks
Ferry fares

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Matiatia Ferry Terminal
Auckland 1081, New Zealand
Your Guide will be waiting inside the ferry terminal for you. S/he will be wearing a sea blue polo shirt with the Hike Bike Ako emblem.

Start time

Opening hours

11/1/2023 - 2/27/2024

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Matiatia, Owhanake, Oneroa Walkways

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

A maximum of 12 people per booking allowed
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Minimum drinking age is 18 years; please bring your passport for ID if you look 30 years or younger
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Our local guide was Jacquelyn, who...

ChristopherK_D, May 2016

Our local guide was Jacquelyn, who is ½ Maori. There was little she didnt know about the native culture. We were fortunate that we had her to ourselves as there was no one else on the tour. She happened to be the current chairwoman of the local forest and bird society. She was most knowledgeable regarding the local flora and many seabirds. She met us at the pier and we began the hike up through the forest to the overlooking cliffs which offered a wonderful prospect of the harbor and ocean beyond. This tour is not for someone that is out of shape or has mobility problems. I wouldnt describe it as strenuous, but is a steady climb up the cliff with some fairly steep stairs cut into the hillside. The reward for the effort was lunch at a winery where you can picnic on the grounds with killer views that go on forever! Jacquelyns sunny can do disposition merely added to what was already a highlight of our stay in New Zealand. GREAT job Jacquelyn and thank you!

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