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Guided Tours of Waiheke Island, Auckland & Northland

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Private and shared touring by luxury low-emission van. Our knowledgeable local guides showcase the very best of Waiheke Island, Auckland, Matakana and Northland, with experiences that are good for the planet.

Since 2016, Terra & Tide has guided guests from all over the world across Waiheke Island and the wider Auckland and Northland regions. Our team shares local expertise across native flora and fauna, conservation, Māori heritage and culture, art, and regional wine and food, and every tour can be tailored to your interests.

Waiheke Island tours

Just 35 minutes by ferry from downtown Auckland, Waiheke Island is our home. Join an expert guide for food and wine, art, and history and heritage tours, birding, e-biking, stargazing or a heli hike, or let us tailor a private day around you.

Auckland & Matakana tours

Explore Tāmaki Makaurau on a personalised Auckland day tour, a Māori cultural experience or the world-first Pacifica Tour, walk the rainforest trails of the Waitākere Ranges, or head north for the wineries, galleries and coastline of Matakana.

Northland & Bay of Islands tours

Discover “the winterless north” on a private day in the Bay of Islands, the Hokianga or along the Tutukaka Coast, with history, culture and spectacular scenery at every stop.

We operate within a certified carbon-positive footprint, travelling in a luxury fleet of electric and low-emission Mercedes vans. Explore by interest: food & wine, art, history & heritage, Māori culture, nature or private tours.

Plan your tour

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

Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke Food & Wine Tour

Join your knowledgeable guide on a private Waiheke Island wine & food tour. Sample Waiheke’s delicious wines, award-winning olive oil,…

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 18+ if drinking alcohol

from $954 pp

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Wine tasting at Stonyridge on the signature Waiheke food & wine tour with Terra & Tide

Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke Signature Food & Wine Tour

Tour with us across Waiheke to experience spectacular views, and award-winning wine & food, and enjoy our special hosted private Stonyridge Larose vertical tasting experience and vineyard tour.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 8+ (18+ if drinking alcohol)

from $995 pp

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Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke Art Tour

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On this private Waiheke Art Tour you'll enjoy a personalised tour of Waiheke Island's galleries, sculpture parks and artist studios.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, more suitable for ages 8+

from $795 pp

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Guests tasting kawakawa on the Waiheke History & Heritage Tour, one of Terra & Tide's Auckland heritage tours

Waiheke Island

Small group

Waiheke History & Heritage Tour

Our Waiheke History & Heritage tour is a great way to learn about the Auckland region’s colonisation and history. Spend the day with us to experience New Zealand’s rich history while you explore beautiful Waiheke Island.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 18+ if drinking alcohol

from $652 pp

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Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke History & Heritage Tour

A private day sharing the stories of NZ’s rich history and heritage and taking in the natural beauty of Waiheke’s landscape.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 18+ if drinking alcohol

from $795 pp

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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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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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Birdwatching on the Waiheke biking & birding tour with Terra & Tide

Waiheke Island

Private

Waiheke Birding & Biking Tour

Explore the magic of Waiheke Island by eBike, and enjoy a 3-hour guided birding tour in Whakanewha regional park. Combine a chance to witness local forest birds in the park and the opportunity to discover the beauty of Waiheke.

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

from $603 pp

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Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke Guided E-biking Tour

Tour Waiheke with our knowledgeable expert guides on a customisable Waiheke e-bike experience, enjoying spectacular views, beaches, forests and award-winning wine and food.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 8+

from $901 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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Waiheke Island

Private

Private Waiheke Heli Hike

Enjoy an unforgettable scenic flight over the Hauraki Gulf with Heletranz. Then join your knowledgeable guide on a Waiheke Island walk, taking in your choice of the island’s wonderful coast, beaches, forest & vineyards, and including a vineyard or picnic lunch.

All day · 4–6 km · Easy · Group 2 – 7 · All fitness levels, ages 8+ (18+ if drinking alcohol)

from $4,007 for 2

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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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Auckland

Private

Private Auckland Food & Wine Tour

Join us for an exclusive culinary experience on this guided Auckland food & wine tour and discover all that the region has to offer foodies and wine lovers.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 18+ if drinking alcohol

from $1,700 pp

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Auckland

Private

Private Auckland Signature Tour

Enjoy a special day on an Auckland guided tour with Terra and Tide uncovering the hidden gems of this beautiful region including our indigenous and natural wonders.

All day · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 18+ if drinking alcohol

from $1,900 pp

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Auckland

Private

Private Pacifica Tour

Join us for a world first, the first Auckland Pacifica tour. Experience Auckland through the stories, culture and traditions of its Pacifica communities on this unique guided journey.

6 hours · Easy · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 8+

from $1,000 pp

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Auckland

Private

Private Ki Uta Ki Tai Experience

Learn about the history of the Ngāti Whātua iwi (tribe) in the Auckland region from a direct descendant of the Māori Chief, Apihai Te Kawau, who gifted land to establish Auckland City.

4 hours · Easy · Group 4 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 8+

from $636 pp

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Auckland

Private

Private Waitākere Explorer

Spend a day walking and exploring the rainforests, beaches and villages of the Waitākere Ranges on this private Auckland walking tour.

6 hours · 4–8 km · Moderate · Group 2 – 12 · All fitness levels, ages 8+

from $975 pp

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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 · 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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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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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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Northland

Private

Private Tutukaka Heli Hike

Join us for an unforgettable Northland adventure on this Tutukaka heli-hike experience. Start your day out with a scenic flight with Heletranz helicopters, then enjoy a tour of Tutukaka's beautiful coastline, including a hike and gourmet lunch on a secluded beach.

All day · 4–6 km · Easy · Group 2 – 7 · All fitness levels, ages 8+ (18+ if drinking alcohol)

from $9,773 for 2

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Good to know

Waiheke Island FAQ

Answers to the questions we are asked most about our Waiheke Island tours and walks.

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Are Terra & Tide’s experiences group tours, private tours, or both?

We offer both shared and private experiences. Our shared tours are kept small and intimate, allowing for a more personal experience, while our private tours offer the flexibility to tailor itineraries to your interests, preferences and pace.

We also specialise in bespoke experiences for larger groups, including corporate events, conferences, incentive groups and special celebrations, accommodating up to 100 guests.

Do you offer corporate experiences?

Absolutely! We specialise in creating premium, bespoke experiences for corporate groups, conferences, incentive programmes, team building and special events across Auckland, Waiheke Island, the Hauraki Gulf, Matakana and Northland.

From exclusive sailing adventures, guided nature walks and immersive Māori cultural experiences to exceptional food and wine, art and conservation activities, we create memorable experiences that bring people together.

Our expert guides, strong regional partnerships and luxury transport ensure a seamless, personalised experience for groups of up to 100 guests.

Discover more in our Corporate, Conference and Incentive Experiences brochure or contact our friendly team to discuss your requirements.

Do you offer private tours?

Yes. We specialise in private, customised experiences designed around your interests, preferences and pace. From guided walks and sailing adventures to food and wine, cultural and nature-based experiences, our expert local guides create memorable journeys tailored just for you.

We also offer bespoke itineraries for families, special celebrations, corporate and incentive groups.

Where do your tours begin?

Our tours depart from various locations across Auckland, Waiheke Island, Matakana and Northland, depending on your chosen experience.

Waiheke Island tours typically begin at Matiatia Wharf, where we meet guests arriving by ferry from Auckland. For our Auckland, Matakana and Northland experiences, we generally offer convenient pick-ups from your accommodation or an agreed meeting point.

Private tours offer greater flexibility, with pick-up locations tailored to your itinerary wherever possible.

Full meeting point and departure details are provided when you book, or our friendly team can help you plan your journey.

What is the difference between a private tour and a normal tour?

Our shared tours are small-group experiences where you join other like-minded travellers on a carefully curated itinerary, led by one of our expert local guides.

Private tours offer a more personalised experience, with a dedicated guide and the flexibility to tailor the itinerary to your interests, preferences and pace. Whether you're looking for a special occasion or simply a more exclusive experience, our private tours allow you to explore your chosen destination your way.

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