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Join us on family-friendly tour, the whole family can enjoy. These customisable easy-paced experiences are suitable for all ages: star gazing or bird watching on Waiheke Island, sailing the Hauraki Gulf and exploring Matakana and Northland.

Spot native birds on a Waiheke birding tour, look through a telescope on a stargazing tour, or spend a day on the water aboard the Pacific Star on the Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure, with time to swim, snorkel, paddleboard or kayak.

On the mainland, explore beaches, galleries and local produce in Matakana, or discover the history and beauty of the Bay of Islands, the Hokianga and the Tutukaka Coast.

Child rates are available on many tours (restrictions apply), and our private personalised tours can be shaped around your family’s interests.

Plan your family day out

Read our frequently asked questions, find out about getting to Waiheke Island, or contact us with the ages in your group and we will help you choose. Not sure which experience suits your group? Our team is happy to help.

Guests on one of Terra & Tide's personalised Waiheke Island private tours

Waiheke Island

Private

Private Personalised Tour

Small, personal and private tours with an experienced specialist local guides. For private groups of 2-12 people, we offer a range of specialist tours. We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm all arrangements on your behalf.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $901 pp

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Birdwatcher on a private Waiheke birding tour with Terra & Tide

Waiheke Island

Private

Private Birding Tour

Join us to discover seabirds, shorebirds as well as birds of Waiheke Island’s forest. Delight in the birdsong on our magical island, one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s best birding destinations.

3 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $477 pp

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Telescope on Onetangi Beach during a Waiheke stargazing tour with Terra & Tide

Waiheke Island

Private

Private Stargazing Tour

Delight in a dark sky experience on a Waiheke Island Stargazing Tour. Join us for a 2-hour special stargazing experience on Waiheke Island, far enough away from the city lights to have a stunning night sky.

2 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $318 pp

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Hauraki Gulf eco sailing: an Auckland boat tour and one of Terra & Tide's Waiheke Island sailing tours

Waiheke Island

Small group

Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island.

Day trip · Easy · Group 4 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $730 pp

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Pacific Star at Hobbs Beach, Tiritiri Matangi, on one of Terra & Tide's exclusive Auckland sailing charters

Waiheke Island

Private

Exclusive Sailing Charter

Bring a group and make yourself at home for a day on the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star.

Day or multi-day · Easy · Group 1 – 12 (multi-day 1 – 4) · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $4,500 per boat

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Waiheke Island transport and private Waiheke tours with Terra & Tide

Waiheke Island

On request

Waiheke Island Transport & Transfer

Terra & Tide offers low-emission private Waiheke Island transport and transfers to large and small groups.

As arranged · Group 2 – 100 · Groups of 2 – 100

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Maungawhau Mt Eden on an Auckland day tour, one of Terra & Tide's private Auckland tours

Auckland

Private

Private Auckland Personalised Tour

Discover the diverse wonders of Aotearoa's biggest city and its stunningly scenic region.

Half or full day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $1,000 pp

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Tāwharanui on the private Matakana Explorer day tour with Terra & Tide

Matakana · Auckland

Private

Private Matakana Explorer

Join us for an unforgettable private Matakana day tour and discover a region of mouthwatering cuisine, spectacular walking and world-class art.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $975 pp

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Matakana village and river on a personalised private Matakana tour with Terra & Tide

Matakana · Auckland

Private

Private Matakana Personalised Tour

Join us for experiences including wine-tasting at local cellar doors, exploring sculpture parks, galleries and artists’ studios, Tawharanui Regional Park, and browsing the artisan delights of Matakana Village.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages (18+ if drinking alcohol)

from $1,007 pp

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The carved meeting house at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, visited on the Bay of Islands Explorer

Northland

Private

Private Bay of Islands Explorer Day Tour

Join us on a customised journey of discovery, experiencing spectacular scenery and enjoying locally produced wine and cuisine.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $1,100 pp

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Private Hokianga day tour with Terra & Tide: the Hokianga Explorer

Northland

Private

Private Hokianga Explorer Day Tour

Enjoy a spectacular day of customised private touring in one of the most historic and culturally rich parts of New Zealand.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $1,150 pp

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Terra & Tide Private Tutukaka Explorer Day Tour

Northland

Private

Private Tutukaka Explorer Day Tour

Discover one of the best-kept secrets in Aotearoa: Tutukaka & Northland's stunning East Coast.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, suitable for all ages

from $1,010 pp

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