Begin your adventure with a helicopter flight over the turquoise blue waters and islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Then touch down on Waiheke Island — one of New Zealand’s wine capitals, steeped in rich history, native bush and golden sand beaches — for a guided walk and your choice of lunch options.
Your Terra & Tide guide will meet you at the helicopter landing site and take you on a stunning walk where you will learn about the flora, fauna and Māori history of the area as well as how the island thrives today. Choose between:
After the walk, there’s time for your choice of either a vineyard lunch or champagne picnic lunch. Allow up to 5 hours for this part of the experience.
You choose your return transportation option:
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Starts: Heletranz Heliport, 234 Rosedale Rd, Albany, Auckland
Finishes: Auckland CBD, Heliport, or Auckland accommodation
Min-max: 2-7pp
Operates: in all weather, every day except Dec 25, 26, 31, Jan 1
Your options
- Bush & Beach walk through Whakanewha Regional Park – combines the best of Waiheke’s bush, beaches, and birdlife with some of the most majestic forest reserves on the island; make sure to bring your togs (swimwear) as you will have time for a refreshing dip and a chance to enjoy the water at one of the secluded beaches after your hike.
- Vineyards & Bush Coastal Walk – enjoy fabulous views of the rolling hills, surrounding vineyards, valleys, and the Hauraki Gulf, then head for a private wine tasting at two of Waiheke’s most popular vineyards: Cable Bay and Mudbrick Vineyards.
- Heli + Ferry – Return at your leisure to Auckland CBD, with flexi return ferry tickets departing from Matiatia Wharf, Waiheke Island (make your own way to the wharf); OR
- Helicopter Charter – Return helicopter flights to/from Heletranz Helicopters, including a private vehicle transfer from Heletranz back to your accommodation in Auckland CBD post-flight.
Your options
Contact us to organise your Waiheke Heli Hiking experience or book now
Plan your Waiheke heli hike
Ready to book your Waiheke heli hike? Choose your date and guests in the booking panel on this page, browse all our Waiheke 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.
