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Private - Waiheke Freedom Tours: Man O' War & the Wild East

4.9(18)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 18 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy Waiheke Freedom Tours
Private - Waiheke Freedom Tours: Man O' War & the Wild East

About this activity

Most visitors see Waiheke's busy middle. On this private six-hour tour you'll see the whole island: the coast road east, lunch at Man O' War or Passage Rock and far-end tastings few visitors reach.

It's just your group (up to four guests) with a local guide and a spacious luxury 4WD, so the day runs at your pace. Your guide stays with you all day, sharing island life, history and the stories behind the wine: we never just drop you at the cellar door. We'll leave you to enjoy lunch, and when the moment calls for it, we're happy to sit back and let the island speak for itself.

Follow the route below, and tell us before your tour what you like to drink so we can fine-tune the tastings around you.

We meet you at Matiatia Wharf off the 10:15 Island Direct from downtown Auckland (the 10am Fullers360 on Wednesdays), and the tour ends at 5pm. Children are welcome: under 12s travel free, and Man O' War has a playground. Locally owned and family-run, guiding on Waiheke since 2019.

What's included

  • ✓Beach towels, a picnic blanket, natural sunscreen and umbrellas (just in case)
  • ✓Private tour for your group only
  • ✓Chilled Waiheke Mineral Water
  • ✓Lunch and tastings booked for you before you arrive
  • ✓With a passionate local guide who stays with you all day
  • ✓Spacious, luxury 4WD
  • ✓A photo album of your day

Not included

  • ✕Ferry to and from Auckland (book it yourself: Island Direct or Fullers360, about 40 minutes each way)
  • ✕Paid on the day; order à la carte as you like
  • ✕Tastings. Pay as you go, giving you freedom to choose, and only pay for those tasting

Meeting and pickup

  • Arriving on the 9:15am Explore ferry from the Viaduct? We'll meet you on the Man O' War wharf at about 10:45am, run the day in reverse and drop you at Matiatia at 5pm for the ferry home.
  • Coming over on the SeaLink car and passenger ferry? Tell us which sailing you're on and your guide will meet you at the Kennedy Point terminal with a welcome board with your booking name.
  • Arriving on the 10:15 Island Direct from downtown Auckland (or the 10am Fullers360 on Wednesdays)? Your guide will be waiting as you step off, holding a welcome board with your booking name. The tour starts at 11am.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Car and booster seats provided free on request: tell us your children’s ages and heights when you book
  • Children under 12 travel free, and every child takes a seat (maximum four guests in total)
  • Foldable strollers fit in the back of the 4WD SUV

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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