Waiheke Island: Gourmet Food & Wine Tour

Discover Waiheke Island’s flavors on a curated wine, gin, and food tour. Taste, savor, and explore with local hosts for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Te Motu Vineyard - Te Motu Estate.
    Nestled in the Onetangi Valley and surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque vineyards, visitors will feel as though they’ve been transported to another world. Here, guests can sample a selection of their intricate Bordeaux-style wines. A visit to Waiheke wouldn’t be complete without stopping here.
  • **Jasper…
What's Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • All tasting fees
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Accompanying shared gourmet food at the distillery tasting
Additional Information

Discover the culinary wonders of Waiheke Island on this exclusive five-stop tour, thoughtfully curated by local hosts Joe and Jen. Start your adventure with a tasting of premium extra-virgin olive oil at Allpress Olive Groves. Then, enjoy handcrafted gin or vodka at Waiheke Distilling Co, paired with a selection of gourmet bruschetta. Relish the…

Location
Matiatia Wharf
Ocean View Road
Your host will have a board with WOW Tours on itm, and they will greet you at the Ferry Terminal at Matiatia, Waiheke Island
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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N2056xdsarahm
Feb 10, 2026
The best day out with Joe! - Joe was so down-to-earth and welcoming. I felt at ease straight away and pumped for the day. He knows the region inside out and took us to vineyards and hidden gems most tours miss. The stories, history, and laughs made it a personal, unforgettable day — he really shows the real ‘wow’ of the place.
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751shanev
Feb 9, 2026
Amazing day, great way to see Waiheke! - "The gin distillery stop was unreal — something most tours don’t even go to! The wineries were stunning and Joe’s stories about the people and the history made it even better. Everything felt totally special and off-the-beaten-track, a day we won’t forget."
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Zoecd6237xg
Feb 9, 2026
WOW Tours is a MUST! - Waiheke is already gorgeous, but Joe showed us hidden spots we’d never have found ourselves. From quiet beaches to little vineyards, the stories and history made it so much more than a normal tour. Really gave us a proper taste of the region and the real ‘wow’ moments
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Meyersborg2
Feb 3, 2026
A personalized small tour with a kind resident of that island, - This tour was the highlight of our trip to New Zealand. The wineries, olive oil farm, and the gin/vodka establishment were superb. The view from the gin/vodka tasting was amazing. A small (in our case 4 people) tour showed us off the beaten path to places that Joe particularly enjoyed. Joe was kind enough to limit the tour to 4 people, as our friends son expressed his love of New Zealand and wanted to move there, but unfortunately has passed away, Therefore, this trip to New Zealand was a tribute to their son.
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Victoria_m
Jan 24, 2026
Best. Day. Ever! - This was a magical experience. Everything was 5 stars from our host, Joe, to the vineyards and transportation. The forecast predicted some wind and rain, so we dressed accordingly. Although not a typical summer day, it was still perfect. Joe was a fantastic historian and most gracious host. Was nice to start with bread and olive oil before moving on to gin, vodka & wine. I never knew I liked gin & tonic, until I had it at Waiheke Diistilling Co. The only thing better than the gin, vodka, and food there was the breathtaking view. Jasper Ridge was our third spot. Our host there was generous and pleasant. The wine was some of the best we’ve ever had and it was nice to try the same wine from different seasons (rainy vs. dry). At lunch they had a table facing the ocean for us. I had the best onion rings of my entire life. Skip the crowded mega bus tours and treat yourself to this more intimate experience. You will NOT regret it. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again next time we are in the area. Perfection!
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Paulc1399
Jan 11, 2026
Get away from the crowds to experience the best of Waiheke island - If you want to get a taste of local Waiheke olive oil AND wine AND gin this is the tour you need to take! I found Joe to be an amazing guide - he's friendly and professional, and most importantly he has local knowledge of Waiheke Island as someone who lives there himself. The tour he provides gets you away from the crowds, and as well as the amazing variety of tastings he organises, you get to see some breathtaking views, and enjoy some great cuisine in a beautiful location. Thanks Joe for providing a great day out on Waiheke Island!
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April_g
Dec 13, 2025
Best Tour on Waiheke! - From pickup to dropoff, Joe was an incredible host and a wonderful ambassador for his fellow businessfolk on Waiheke Island. We thoroughly enjoyed the mix of tastings: olive oil, vodka/gin, and wine. The fact that the tour included lunch at a scenic restaurant took it all over the top. An additional plus is that Joe took us to the far side of the island--the less-visited place that made all our visits feel much more personal, since we weren't sharing them with tons of people (though hopefully, that will change in the future to benefit the businesses that chose to be a little distant from the tourist hub). Would highly recommend this tour. It's an incredible value for the money and Joe is a great choice as its host.
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up to 11 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).