Only 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, New Zealand, across the beautiful Hauraki Gulf, but a million miles away in pace and beauty is Waiheke Island. The residential areas of Waiheke are in small village settings each with it's own character. There is a slower pace of life than the city across the water and is a great place for a holiday or vacation and to relax and unwind. You will lose ten years the moment you step ashore on Waiheke Island.

Waiheke is considered by many to be the most magical part of the Auckland experience and easily accessed by ferry. When you arrive on the island you can pick up a rental car, taxi or take a tour and visit some of the beautiful beaches and native forest reserves on Waiheke which harmonise delightfully with the cafes, vineyards, olive groves and art studios. If you are looking for other events and activities there is plenty to do. Waiheke Island is also a favourite place for romantic weddings and honeymoons. You may just fall in love with the place yourself and decide to stay a while, there is a great range of accommodation available to suit all budgets. Like many visitors you may even decide to stay forever, again not a problem, just contact one of the real estate companies and let them help you find your dream home. There is a permanent population on Waiheke Island of around 7,000 people who enjoy many of the shopping, business and community facilities found on the mainland. The Hauraki Gulf is also home to the America's Cup and many other islands the largest of which is Great Barrier Island with it's natural rugged beauty and unspoiled beaches another beautiful place to visit.



Various Transport Options to Waiheke:

Waiheke Island Ferries
Fullers Ferry Timetable
PHONE (09) 367 9111
Regular Fullers ferries leave from Downtown Auckland, Devonport, and half Moon Bay. Sailings are met at Matiatia Bay by Buses, shuttles and Taxis. Timetables

SeaLink Waiheke Island
Passenger and car ferry service from Half Moon Bay.
Accommodation and activity packages available.
Phone: (0800) 732 546
Website: www.sealink.co.nz

Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour Operators

Ananda Wine Tours
PHONE (09) 372 7530 or 027 233565
www.ananda.co.nz

Fullers Vineyard Tours
PHONE (09) 367 9111
www.fullers.co.nz/tours/waiheke.html

Jaguar Wine Tours
PHONE (09) 372 7312
www.waihekejaguartours.co.nz
Email: jagwai@ihug.co.nz

NDC Transport
PHONE (09) 372 6267 or 027 273 0973
www.waiheke.co.nz/ndc.htm
E-mail: clooz1@yahoo.com.au

Waiheke Taxi co-operative Ltd: PHONE(09) 372 8038