What's included

Board a modern coach, and hop on and off as much as you like at any of the tour’s 17 convenient stops. Or if you prefer, stay on board and enjoy a 1.5 hour scenic tour of the island.

Accompanying your local driver, a friendly host will deliver engaging commentary about the island’s history and culture, plus share insider tips to help plan your day. There are so many ways to customise the Hop-on Hop-off tour to your liking!

Tour overview Most flexible and cost-effective way to experience the island's best wineries, beaches, restaurants, and more Explore at your own pace, stopping in 17 locations Scenic 1.5 hour loop tour of the island Commentary and local tips by on board island host Return ferry to Waiheke Island from downtown Auckland

Details Duration: Go at your own pace, but we recommend at least half a day, including ferry travel Availability: Tour operates daily, except for Christmas Day and ANZAC Day Departure time: Ferries to meet this tour departs Auckland every 30 minutes from 9.00am to 4.30pm daily. Tours start: at 9.50am from Matiatia and run every 30 minutes until the last drop off at Matiatia is at 6.40pm. Last ferry departure time of 7.00pm will allow time to utilise the hop on and hop off buses on the island.

ONE DAY PASS: Adult $68 Child $35 Family $180* (ferry fare, plus explorer pass is included)

*Family is two adults and up to two children.