Waiheke is an easy hop, skip and jump away from Auckland
Nab a fantastic getaway and head on over to the stunning Waiheke Island! It’s 17 kilometers from Auckland’s hustle and bustle. Get ready to be welcomed and drawn in by the secrets of the island. Gain some much-needed rest by making the trip over the Hauraki Gulf. It’s actually the largest island in the gulf as well with over 92 km2 of land to explore. Expect wonderful wineries, gorgeous food, quirky attractions, and lush forests to hike in. In the Hauraki gulf, there are actually 40 other much smaller islands but Waiheke is definitely the most populated and popular of all of them.
Since it’s so close to Auckland, you can easily find a few ways of getting to the island quite fast. It’s super accessible by both air and sea. Whether by ferry with or without a car, helicopter, plane, or your own private boat- rest assured it’s easy to get to Waiheke.
First up is reaching Waiheke via sea, and jump on the Fullers ferry. A ferry can be available from 6 am through to the last ferry leaving at 11:45 pm. This can be a great way to get to the island, plus you get to take in the sights via sea– you may even spot some dolphins on your way over. You will find many buses waiting for you and do not worry– yes, you can use your hop card to pay for the fare.
It’s a great idea to have your car when you are on the island as you can save some time and cover more ground. To do this, simply catch the ferry with your car from Half Moon Bay. It will cost you just over $120 to make the journey.
For lovers of heights and those who want an extremely memorable trip over Waiheke, hire a helicopter for a lavish view of the skies. You can opt for a 30-minute scenic journey over the island, which will look great on the gram. You can always pair your helicopter trip with winery packages to buy at the same time.