Auckland Airport 2 hr 13
Motuihe Island / Te Motu-a-Ihenga (1 hr 51) North Head (1 hr 47) Notable coastline with cottages, colonial villas & historic WWII defences along a reserve trail. Tantalus Estate (13 min) Upscale, family-owned estate vineyard & winery offering dining, private tours, tastings & an apiary. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (1 hr 27) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Man O' War Vineyards (37 min) Intimate beachfront winery featuring a tasting room, casual bites & a dog-friendly lawn/picnic area. Howick Historical Village (1 hr 38) Recreated village with colonial schools & stores, plus period clothing & artifacts on display. Rakino Island (2 hr 17) Gentle hills, sheltered coves & a pest-free habitat for kākārikis, tuis & other native bird species. Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant (3 min) Romantic winery restaurant & garden bistro offering high-end, modern cuisine & sweeping views. Poderi Crisci (25 min) Family-owned winery featuring a hillside restaurant with classic Italian fare & sweeping vistas. Browns Island / Motukorea (2 hr 8) Volcano and kayaking Waiheke Community Art Gallery (1 min) Contemporary nonprofit art gallery with rotating exhibits, community events & a gift shop. Te Motu Vineyard (14 min) Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Wild on Waiheke (12 min) Wines & beers tastings in an outdoor beer garden, plus a wide range of leisure activities. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (1 hr 29) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. Oneroa Beach (8 min) Large, centrally located beach beside a sheltered bay offering swimming & boating options. |