Auckland Airport 2 hr 16
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (1 hr 33) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Waiheke Community Art Gallery (4 min) Contemporary nonprofit art gallery with rotating exhibits, community events & a gift shop. Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga (2 hr 8) Wild on Waiheke (15 min) Wines & beers tastings in an outdoor beer garden, plus a wide range of leisure activities. Poderi Crisci (29 min) Family-owned winery featuring a hillside restaurant with classic Italian fare & sweeping vistas. Tantalus Estate (16 min) Upscale, family-owned estate vineyard & winery offering dining, private tours, tastings & an apiary. Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant (37 min) Romantic winery restaurant & garden bistro offering high-end, modern cuisine & sweeping views. Browns Island / Motukorea (2 hr 11) Volcano and kayaking North Head (1 hr 53) Notable coastline with cottages, colonial villas & historic WWII defences along a reserve trail. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (1 hr 35) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. Oneroa Beach (6 min) Large, centrally located beach beside a sheltered bay offering swimming & boating options. Te Motu Vineyard (17 min) Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Howick Historical Village (1 hr 41) Recreated village with colonial schools & stores, plus period clothing & artifacts on display. Rakino Island (2 hr 23) Gentle hills, sheltered coves & a pest-free habitat for kākārikis, tuis & other native bird species. Man O' War Vineyards (40 min) Intimate beachfront winery featuring a tasting room, casual bites & a dog-friendly lawn/picnic area. |