Waiheke Western Explorer Hop-On Hop-Off bus

Tour highlights

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  This popular tour operates daily.

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  Experience 15 stops on an 80-minute loop, showcasing Waiheke Island’s best wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks. Visit Mudbrick, Cable Bay, Stonyridge, and Batch vineyards, explore Allpress Olive Oils, The Heke, Oneroa Village, or unwind at Onetangi Beach with its iconic cafes and more.

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  Head to Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal and board your Fullers360 Waiheke Walk-up ferry from piers 11 and 12 or your Waiheke Reserve ferry from piers 13 and 14 to Waiheke Island. 

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  Upon arrival, exit Waiheke Island’s Matiatia Ferry Terminal and catch the Western Explorer Hop-On Hop-Off Bus. 

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  The bus stops at a selection of wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks. Hop off and explore the destinations along the way or stay on the bus and enjoy a full scenic 80-minute loop tour.

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  If you are returning to Auckland, ride the Western Explorer Hop-On Hop-Off Bus back to Matiatia Ferry Terminal and catch either the Fuller360 Waiheke Walk-up ferry from pier 1 or Waiheke Reserve ferry from pier 3 back to downtown Auckland.

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  We recommend allowing at least half a day for the tour including the return ferry trip.

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  For more infomation about the tour and destinations, download the MyTours app.

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  Planning your itinerary on the island? View the brochure