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- English
IImmerse yourself in the living traditions, stories and landscapes of Māori culture on Waiheke Island. Travel with our Māori ambassador, Paoroa, who shares his whakapapa (genealogy), personal stories and deep connection to the island. Visit significant sites and a local village, hear powerful tales of land wars, resilience and present-day Māori life, and see how ancient customs sit alongside modern New Zealand.
Along the way, you’ll step inside a contemporary art studio to see how local artists respond to the land and culture through their work. Between stories and art, you’ll enjoy a relaxed day of kai (food), wine and waiata (song). Taste boutique Waiheke wines, sample local produce, and sit down to a seafront lunch with beautiful island views. This small-group experience is welcoming, conversational and respectful, giving you space to ask questions, connect with the people behind the culture and leave with a richer understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Waiheke Wine Tours operates on Waiheke Island. Guests must travel by ferry from Downtown Auckland and be on the island by 9:45am. Allow extra time for queues and boarding. Please refer to the information sent by Viator for ferry details and ticketing.
Itinerary
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1Waiheke Island
9.40 am – Step off the ferry at Waiheke Island and meet Paora, your local Māori guide for the day. Your journey begins with a karakia (blessing) at beautiful Matiatia Bay, setting the tone for a day of connection to land, people, and stories. As you travel, Paora gently weaves stories of his culture, whakapapa, the island’s history and modern Māori life, so you’re not just seeing Waiheke, you’re really getting to know it. From there, you’ll head to the village of Oneroa to explore local art galleries and grab a coffee while you wander at your own pace. Next, you’ll make your way to Onetangi Beach for for a relaxed lunch at Ki Maha or 372, two of the finest resturants on the Island with sweeping island and ocean views at the highest point on the Island, great food paired with a glass of Waiheke wine. In the afternoon, enjoy a hosted tasting at Cable Bay before your tour concludes at 3.00 pm, aligned with the return ferry. Ferry tickets, lunch and selected wines are all included.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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