Private group walking a native bush track on the Bush & Beach Walk, Waiheke Island
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Waiheke Island Private Bush & Beach Walk

Waiheke Island

Private

Duration

5 hours

Walking

4–8 km

Difficulty

Moderate

Group size

2 – 12

Region

Waiheke Island

From

$716 pp

The experience

This 5-hour private walk around tranquil Te Whau Peninsula and Rocky Bay combines the best of Waiheke Island bush and beaches. Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will make this an adventure to remember!

Visitors to Waiheke Island are often surprised by how big it is, and how much there is to see. There are beaches and forests everywhere, but we’ll show the best of them on a professionally guided walk that makes the most of your precious time on Waiheke.

You’ll get plenty of time to chat with your guide. We’ll point out interesting and unique features of the environment, and if you’re a birdwatcher, you’ll be busy!

Plan your private Waiheke Island bush & beach walk

Ready to book your private Waiheke Island bush & beach walk? Choose your date and guests in the booking panel on this page, browse all our Waiheke walking tours, read about getting to Waiheke Island, or contact us and we will tailor the day to you. Not sure which experience suits your group? Our Waiheke Island team is happy to help.

Guest hugging a giant matai tree while forest bathing on Waiheke Island

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Guide and guests in the Puriri grove, Whakanewha Regional Park

Highlights

Moments you’ll remember

  • Experience majestic forest reserves, including the magnificent Pohutukawa trees and Nikau Palms of the Whakanewha Regional Park
  • Learn about birdlife on the island, including the protected dotterel nesting grounds
  • Enjoy scenic Te Whau Peninsula with fabulous views of the island and back to Auckland
  • Stop for a rest at the beach, with time for a swim or your picnic lunch

Your day

How the day unfolds

  • Getting thereCatch the 9:00am Fullers ferry from downtown Auckland (trip to Waiheke takes approx 35 minutes)
  • Meeting your guideWhen leaving the ferry, look for your guide who will be standing on your left just before you enter the Ferry Terminal. Your guide will be holding a Terra & Tide sign
  • Starts9:45amFerry Wharf in Matiatia (or contact us to arrange free 9:15am pickup in Oneroa)
  • Finishes3:00pmFerry Wharf in Matiatia

Essentials

  • Group size2 – 12
  • RecommendedAll fitness levels, ages 8+

What’s included

Everything taken care of

  • Fantastic scenic walk with expert guiding and interpretation
  • Pick up from Oneroa 30 mins prior, for those who require it
  • Lunch

Not included

  • Ferry between Auckland and Waiheke Island

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
  • Water
  • Raincoat (depending on forecast)

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