Immerse yourself in Maori culture on our Waiheke Indigenous Tour. Explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of Waiheke Island with a real Maori guide. Book now!
Immerse yourself in Maori culture on our Waiheke Indigenous Tour. Explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of Waiheke Island with a real Maori guide. Book now!
- Waiheke Island - 9:40 am – Upon arriving at Waiheke Island, Paora will warmly welcome you, starting your adventure with a karakia (blessing) at Matiatia Bay.
- Waiheke Island - 10:15 am – Embark on a Sacred Sites Tour with Paora around Waiheke Island. He will share the fascinating history of the Māori people, their arrival, and their life on…
- Waiheke Island - 9:40 am – Upon arriving at Waiheke Island, Paora will warmly welcome you, starting your adventure with a karakia (blessing) at Matiatia Bay.
- Waiheke Island - 10:15 am – Embark on a Sacred Sites Tour with Paora around Waiheke Island. He will share the fascinating history of the Māori people, their arrival, and their life on the island. You will also view ancestral pō (statues) and admire Waiheke Island’s stunning scenery, including villages, beaches, medicinal plants, and birds.
- Batch Winery - 11:00 am – Visit Batch Winery for wine tastings while enjoying breathtaking views of Auckland City, Whangapaora, and The Coromandel, all from the highest point on Waiheke Island, overlooking north-facing, sun-drenched hillsides of vines, including terraces of traditional elegant grape varieties.
- Three Seven Two - 12:00 pm – Delight in lunch at Three Seven Two, an award-winning restaurant situated right across from the picturesque Onetangi Beach, where whales, orcas, dolphins, and stingrays can be seen. While enjoying a glass of wine with your meal, you will hear more about this part of the island. After lunch, take a short walk as Paora shares additional stories about the history of this beach and the nearby islands.
- Waiheke Island - The tour will conclude with further commentary on sacred sites and a blessing to bid you farewell. You can then catch the ferry back or be dropped off in Oneroa to continue exploring, shopping, or enjoying the village. You can catch the 3:00 pm ferry back to Auckland.
- Lunch
- Lunch
- Any additional food or drinks not expressly mentioned.
- Ferry Tickets to the Island
- Any additional food or drinks not expressly mentioned.
- Ferry Tickets to the Island
Delve into the distinctive traditions and customs of the captivating Maori culture with our exceptional tours! Discover the rich history and stunning landscapes of Waiheke Island. Our tours are guided by a local Maori expert who will share their (Whakapapa) ancestry and narrate tales of land wars and contemporary Maori life, all beautifully intertwined with wine, food (kai), stories (Korero), and Song (Waiata).
Delve into the distinctive traditions and customs of the captivating Maori culture with our exceptional tours! Discover the rich history and stunning landscapes of Waiheke Island. Our tours are guided by a local Maori expert who will share their (Whakapapa) ancestry and narrate tales of land wars and contemporary Maori life, all beautifully intertwined with wine, food (kai), stories (Korero), and Song (Waiata).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
