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Boutique Waiheke Island Wine, Gin and Food Tour

Offered by WOW Tours NZ - Waiheke Island

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$349.00 per person

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6 hours (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Six-hour small-group Waiheke Island food and wine tour with tastings at Allpress Olive Groves, Jasper Ridge Estate and lunch near Onetangi Beach.

Tour Overview

Spend six hours tasting your way across Waiheke Island on a five stop tour hosted by local couple Joe and Jen. With Joe driving, you’ll travel in a luxury air conditioned vehicle in a small group of no more than 11 guests, giving the day a relaxed, personal feel.

The tour begins with an extra virgin olive oil tasting at Allpress Olive Groves, where you’ll sample single varietals and blends. At Waiheke Distilling Co, boutique gin or botanical vodka is served on a tasting board with premium mixers, ice and garnishes, alongside gourmet bruschetta prepared by the resident chef.

Wine is a strong focus of the day. At Jasper Ridge Estate, you’ll taste through a range of wines, including the rosé named New Zealand’s number one by Real Review in 2024. At Te Motu Estate, set above Onetangi Valley and surrounded by vines and hills, the tasting centres on complex Bordeaux style wines.

Lunch is hosted at Three Seven Two near Onetangi Beach, with shared breads and olive oil, a main course of your choice, and a complimentary wine, beer, cider, or soft drink. If available, Te Matuku oysters can be added on the day. There is also time for a stroll along Onetangi Beach before returning.

What's Included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • All tasting fees
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accompanying shared gourmet food at the distillery tasting

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Te Motu Vineyard

    Te Motu Estate. Overlooking Onetangi Valley & surrounded by sweeping hills & picturesque vines, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another world. Here we taste their range of complex Bordeaux style wines. An absolute must for all who visit the Waiheke.

    1 hour

    Admission: Included

  2. 2
    Jasper Ridge Estate. Real Review named their 2024 rosé the #1 rosé in New Zealand! In amongst their stunning vines, you’ll be expertly guided through their world-class wine range & styles, & maybe even some curated guest wines if available!

    45 minutes

    Admission: Included

  3. 3

    Three Seven Two

    A short drive will take us to gorgeous Onetangi beach, the location of our hosted lunch - the stunning Three Seven Two restaurant. We thought long & hard about sharing our ‘local’ with you, but hey, how could we not?!! Multi-award winning food with a truly glorious beachside view! We’ll enjoy shared breads & olive oil, then a main course of your choice accompanied by complimentary wine, beer, cider or soft drink from their extensive menu. Oh and if available on the day, why not add on some world famous Te Matuku oysters?! After lunch we can enjoy a stroll on the golden sands of Onetangi beach, grabbing some pics & enjoying the wondrous South Pacific sea air!

    1 hour 15 minutes

    Admission: Included

  4. 4

    Waiheke Distilling Co

    Waiheke Distilling Co. which boasts some of the most stunning panoramic views on the island. In the setting of their beautiful garden bar & woolshed we’ll taste hand crafted boutique gin or botanical vodka served tasting board style with premium mixers, ice & garnishes. To accompany we will have gourmet bruschetta cooked up by resident chef extraordinaire Alberto. We think a trip out to Waiheke Distilling Co. is a true gem of the island!

    50 minutes

    Admission: Included

  5. 5

    Waiheke Island

    As a local Waiheke couple who have a passion for the produce & venues on the island, we have personally curated a five-stop tour that showcases the wide range of world-class offerings we have right here on our doorstep. With Joe as your host & driver, you will be transported across the island in the comfort of our luxury air-conditioned vehicle & as we wish to keep our experience intimate & personal, we ensure a maximum of eleven guests per tour. Let us guide you away from the ‘norm’ to share what Waiheke Island is to us… a truly authentic & unforgettable experience just a little bit off the usual beaten track.

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  6. 6

    Rangihoua Estate

    An Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting experience, tasting single varietals and blends that capture the island in every bottle.

    30 minutes

    Admission: Included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Matiatia Wharf

Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand

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Your host will have a board with WOW Tours on itm, and they will greet you at the Ferry Terminal at Matiatia, Waiheke Island

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Kia Ora! Waiheke Island is a small island in the Hauraki Gulf and as such must be reached by ferry from downtown Auckland. There are two main ferry companies that service the island: ISLAND DIRECT Island Direct is the locals choice and the one that we advise you use to book your return ferry journey. We would advise that you promptly book your ferry now that you have confirmed your WOW Tour with us. Using the same date as your WOW Tour booking - please book the 9:15am Auckland to Waiheke and the 4:20pm return. You can book Island Direct online. We highly recommend you book your ferry tickets early and with Island Direct. This way you are guaranteed a seat and only need to arrive to Island Direct's Pier 13 up to 10 mins before the ferry departure time. Island Direct also have a ticketing machine next to Pier 13.
  • FULLERS FERRY SERICE Should Island Direct be unavailable or you prefer to use Fullers, you can book tickets online. There are also numerous ticketing machines at the Downtown Ferry Terminal. To meet with our tour we advise that you are on the 9:00am Fullers departure from Auckland. Please be aware that Fullers operate on a first come, first served basis and that arriving at least 60 minutes prior to departure time is highly advised. In peak season the queues for Fullers can be very long so please give yourself plenty of time.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.