Can You Walk Around Waiheke?

Description Te Ara Hura Walk Waiheke Network

This collection of walks is the perfect way to explore Waiheke Island and discover its natural beauty. On the Te Ara Hura walking track network you can explore the coastline, pass through native bush and visit historic sites.

Can you go to Waiheke without a car?

Without a Car: When you get off the ferry at Matiatia Wharf you can taxi, rent a car, electric bike, scooter, or catch the bus . Bus: You can use your AT HOP card on Waiheke buses. There is a regular bus stop close to our gate.

Can you get uber on Waiheke?

Waiheke Island doesn’t have Uber or Ola but it does have its very own homegrown rideshare solution; it’s called Ryda. From cars through to vans, there’s enough room for the whole crew when booking through them.

Can you use HOP card on Waiheke Bus?

The AT HOP card is a reusable prepay smart card for travel on buses, ferries and trains around Auckland, including on Waiheke Island . The AT HOP card offers at least 25% off single-trip cash fares on buses, ferries and trains (excluding SkyBus and Waiheke ferry services).

What can you do on a day trip to Waiheke Island?

• Exploring Oneroa. Natural Feature. ...
• Ziplining across the native bush. Paintball Venue. ...
• Discovering Onetangi Beach. Natural Feature. ...
• Te Ara Hura Trail. Natural Feature. ...
• Cable Bay Vineyards. Winery. ...
• Mudbrick Vineyard. ...
• Kennedy Point Vineyard. ...
• Casita Miro.

Is Waiheke hilly?

Waiheke is a very hilly island , and there are many walking tracks with sweeping views. A walk through the Onetangi Reserve will take you through kauri and nikau forests, and can take up to two hours, depending on how far you want to go. The reserve is near Onetangi Beach, so you can combine a walk with some beach time.

What can you do on Waiheke Island without a car?

• Main street, Oneroa.
• Fuellers ferry and Matiatia Ferry Terminal in Waiheke.
• My comfy room in Oneroa.
• Gourmet burger at Solar cafe – this one is only NZ$15.
• Restaurant at Mudbrick Vineyard.
• Vines as far as the eye can see in the Obsidian vineyard.
• Wine tasting at Stonyridge Vineyard.

How long is Oneroa beach?

This 1km long sandy beach with safe swimming is 100m from Oneroa Village. Enjoy a walk along the beach, take the short bush walk at the northern end of beach or a short clifftop walk to Little Oneroa at southern end.

Does Waiheke have taxi?

Waiheke Island Taxis , locally owned and operated, transporting locals and visitors alike all over Waiheke Island at competitive prices all year round. Call 0800 924 222. Offer a range of services including taxi services, Waiheke tours, group transportation as well as transportation for wedding celebrations.

What is the main town on Waiheke Island?

Oneroa Village & Beach

The charming main township and the hub of Waiheke Island is delightful Oneroa Village.

Where does Waiheke ferry leave from?

Our sailings depart from the Auckland Ferry terminal on Quay Street, Downtown Auckland to Matiatia bay, Waiheke Island, with some travelling via Devonport wharf, on the Northern side of the harbour.

How many wineries are there in Waiheke Island?

Waiheke is known for it’s high quality red wines based on Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc grape varieties. There are around 30 boutique wineries scattered about, many with tasting rooms, swanky restaurants and breathtaking views.

How big is Waiheke?

How long does the ferry from Auckland to Waiheke take?

How long does the ferry from Auckland to Waiheke take? The journey time approx on the ferry from downtown Auckland is around 35 – 40 minutes . The summer timetable ferries to Waiheke from Auckland City are every half an hour between 9am and 6.30pm.

Can I use HOP card for 2 people?

If I’m with my family or a group, can I pay for more than one riders’ fare with my card? No. Like before, everyone age 7 and up in your group or family needs their own Hop card . However, you can easily manage multiple cards through one Hop account on the Hop website or using the Hop app.

How much is transportation in New Zealand?

Buses(opens in new window) connect all parts of the city and run frequently, especially on weekdays. Fares start from NZ$1 cash per segment (or NZ$0.50 with ATHop) . Trains(opens in new window) service some central, southern and western suburbs. Fares start at NZ$2.50 per stage (NZ$1.80 with ATHop).

Where can I see penguins in Waiheke Island?

• Blackpool Beach westwards of Moa Avenue.
• Church Bay.
• Hitapa Bay.
• Hekerua Bay.
• Island Bay.
• Kennedy Point Wharf Beach.
• Kauakarau Bay (known as Rocky Bay)
• Matiatia Bay.

Is Waiheke warmer than Auckland?

Waiheke Island’s climate is strongly influenced by the surrounding sea. Being situated in the Hauraki Gulf to the east of Auckland, the island is partially protected from the prevailing colder/wetter west and southwest winds, making it both drier and warmer than the Auckland isthmus .

Who owns most of Waiheke?

CHURCH BAY FARM: The richest man in New Zealand, Graeme Hart, has this Waiheke pad. THREE Waiheke landowners have made the Rich List in 2010. Graeme Hart, the Spencer family and Bruce Plested are among 150 others who have been named as New Zealand’s wealthiest.

Does Waiheke Island have a hospital?

As Waiheke does not have an accident and emergency facility , and has limited after-hours services, emergency services are seen as vital. People would like to see St John and the Air Ambulance service receive more funding.

Can you drink tap water in Waiheke?

Free, safe drinking water is only available at Matiatia Wharf and Whakanewha Regional Park at present . The project was partly inspired by recent droughts, which have left many Waiheke residents without water at times, and by the need to reduce the number of plastic water bottles being used and thrown away.