Auckland Airport 2 hr 9
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (1 hr 33) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant (6 min) Romantic winery restaurant & garden bistro offering high-end, modern cuisine & sweeping views. Wild on Waiheke (8 min) Wines & beers tastings in an outdoor beer garden, plus a wide range of leisure activities. North Head (1 hr 52) Notable coastline with cottages, colonial villas & historic WWII defences along a reserve trail. Rakino Island (2 hr 20) Gentle hills, sheltered coves & a pest-free habitat for kākārikis, tuis & other native bird species. Te Motu Vineyard (10 min) Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Obsidian (11 min) Wine, vineyard, wine tasting, winery, and chardonnay Browns Island / Motukorea (2 hr 4) Volcano and kayaking Man O' War Vineyards (34 min) Intimate beachfront winery featuring a tasting room, casual bites & a dog-friendly lawn/picnic area. Howick Historical Village (1 hr 34) Recreated village with colonial schools & stores, plus period clothing & artifacts on display. Oneroa Beach (6 min) Large, centrally located beach beside a sheltered bay offering swimming & boating options. Poderi Crisci (22 min) Family-owned winery featuring a hillside restaurant with classic Italian fare & sweeping vistas. Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga (2 hr 17) Waiheke Community Art Gallery (4 min) Contemporary nonprofit art gallery with rotating exhibits, community events & a gift shop. Tantalus Estate (10 min) Upscale, family-owned estate vineyard & winery offering dining, private tours, tastings & an apiary. |