Visit a local Marae to learn about its culture

Learn about Maori plant medicine during a forest walk

Free cancellation: Get a full refund of ticket price up to 7 days in advance

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Waiheke Island Cultural Experience

Experience Waiheke Island from a Māori perspective. Enjoy stunning sea views over the Hauraki Gulf and white sand beaches before visiting the heart of the Māori community. Learn about carving, tattooing, the revitalisation of the Māori language, and the impact of colonisation, from archaeological remains to stories of the places you’ll visit. Award-winning wine and olive oil industries have flourished here; you have the option to taste both at a local vineyard, and lunch is at a local cafe. Walk through native bush, learn the medicinal Māori uses of traditional plants, while spotting native birds like tui, kereru, and piwakawaka.

From

NZ$615.00

Per Person

6 Hours

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

Highlights

Visit the local Marae to learn about its importance to the community and Marae protocol
Walk to the summit of a pā site and see evidence of middens, kumara pits and fortified terraces
Visit beaches and a vineyard and taste the local wine
Enjoy a bush walk and learning about the traditional use of plants in Rongoa: Maori medicine
Learn about the arrival of Māori in NZ and Waiheke, history of old as well as recent times

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Includes

Fantastic scenic walk and expert guiding and interpretation

Meeting Point

Catch the 9:00 am Fullers ferry from downtown Auckland (the trip to Waiheke takes approximately 35 minutes, ferry ticket not included in the tour price)

Walk starts: 9:45 am, Ferry Wharf in Matiatia

When leaving the ferry, look for your guide who will be standing on your left just before you enter the Ferry Terminal. Your guide will be holding a Terra & Tide sign.

Walk ends: 4:00 pm, Ferry Wharf in Matiatia

Additional Information

Price does not include: Ferry fares to/from Waiheke, lunch, or any wine/olive oil tastings.
Please bring: Comfortable shoes, Sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, a raincoat (depending on the forecast), water, and money for lunch and/or tastings.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 7 days before activity starts.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Terms

Current terms and conditions can be found on our website.
https://terraandtide.co.nz/terms-and-conditions/

From

NZ$615.00

Per Person

6 Hours

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

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1 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island, New Zealand, 1081

Waiheke Cultural Experience

Duration: 6 Hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any difficult in walking?

The tour includes a bush walk and trekking to the summit of a pa site, which involves some uphill walking and uneven terrain. Youre traversing native bush paths, which may include natural steps or slopes but arent described as overly strenuous.

Is there a minimum number of travelers required, and what happens if it isn’t met?

Yes, a minimum number of travelers is required. If the minimum isn’t met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date, an alternative experience, or a full refund.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch is provided at our local cafe.

What do I need to bring?

Bring a daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a rain jacket. Please wear good walking shoes.

How fit do I need to be?

You need to be able to walk for 2.5 to 3.5 hours.

What is your cancellation policy?

We offer a full refund if cancelled up to 7 days before the activity starts.

Waiheke Island Cultural Experience

NZ$615.00

Highlights

Visit the local Marae to learn about its importance to the community and Marae protocol

Walk to the summit of a pā site and see evidence of middens, kumara pits and fortified terraces

Visit beaches and a vineyard and taste the local wine

Enjoy a bush walk and learning about the traditional use of plants in Rongoa: Maori medicine

Learn about the arrival of Māori in NZ and Waiheke, history of old as well as recent times

Visit

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

NZ$615.00

Waiheke Cultural Experience

Your Order Summary

Booking Form

Traveler Details

Payment Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any difficult in walking?

Is there a minimum number of travelers required, and what happens if it isn’t met?

Is lunch included?

What do I need to bring?

How fit do I need to be?

What is your cancellation policy?

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Waiheke Island Cultural Experience

NZ$615.00

Highlights

Visit the local Marae to learn about its importance to the community and Marae protocol

Walk to the summit of a pā site and see evidence of middens, kumara pits and fortified terraces

Visit beaches and a vineyard and taste the local wine

Enjoy a bush walk and learning about the traditional use of plants in Rongoa: Maori medicine

Learn about the arrival of Māori in NZ and Waiheke, history of old as well as recent times

Visit

Full Description

Includes

Additional Information

NZ$615.00

Waiheke Cultural Experience

Your Order Summary

Booking Form

Traveler Details

Payment Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any difficult in walking?

Is there a minimum number of travelers required, and what happens if it isn’t met?

Is lunch included?

What do I need to bring?

How fit do I need to be?

What is your cancellation policy?

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