Book Waiheke Island Tours

Flexible hop-on hop-off tour with Auckland ferry transfer upgrade.

• This hop-on-hop-off bus gives you access to the Western Explorer route with real-time tracking. Opt for a 1 or 2-day pass and upgrade to include Auckland ferry transfers.
• This tour is perfect for families, independent travelers, and day-trippers. It lets you design your own schedule while exploring the island and stopping at the places that interest you.
• The tour is an 80-minute loop of Waiheke’s top spots with 15 handpicked stops, including premium vineyards, boutique shops, and golden beaches.
• From the Mudbrick Vineyard to the golden sands of Onetangi Beach, your trip will include the perfect blend of wine tasting, boutique shopping, and coastal charm.

Inclusions

• 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off tour (based on option selected)
• Access to the Western Explorer Route
• Round-trip walk-up ferry transfers from Auckland (based on option selected)
• Mobile app with live bus tracking

Exclusions

• Entry fee to various attractions
• Winery tastings or tours

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. 

Western Explorer Route

First bus: 10am from Matiatia Ferry Terminal

Last bus: 5:20pm from Matiatia Ferry Terminal

Frequency: Every 20 minutes

Popular stops: Oneroa Village, Cable Bay Vineyard, Onetangi Beach

Round-trip ferry transfer

Board your Fullers360 Waiheke Walk-up ferry from piers 11 and 12 from Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal. On the way back, ride the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus back to Matiatia Ferry Terminal and catch the Fuller360 Waiheke Walk-up ferry from pier 1.

Please click here for a detailed timetable.

First ferry: 6am

Last ferry: 4pm

Frequency: Every 30 minutes

• Bring your swimsuit, towel, and walking shoes during the summer.
• This experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible. However, some walking trails may be difficult to access with a stroller.
• Dogs inside pet carriers are welcome.
• Most ferries have fully licensed cafés, Wi-Fi, power points, luggage and bike racks. All ferries are equipped with toilets.
• Remember to thoroughly check your gear for pests before boarding, clean your footwear to remove soil and seeds, and ensure any food is in a sealed container.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.