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Fall in love with Waiheke Island as you explore the island's many beautiful locations at your leisure!
Highlights
- Return ferry ticket plus Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Pass, so you can explore Waiheke Island at your own leisure
- See all that Waiheke has to offer with 16 stops
- Stops include wineries, art gallery, shopping, beaches and walks
- Buses run every 30 or 60 minutes, depending on day and time of year
- Enjoy the scenic 1.5-hour bus route with informative commentary
Discover the beauty of Waiheke Island with a return ferry and day pass onboard the Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus.
With 16 stops at locations of interest, there is plenty to see and do including wineries, nature walks, cafes, art galleries, beaches and shops.
Your driver will provide interesting commentary and local tips - feel free to stay on board for the scenic 1.5-hour loop before deciding where to hop off first.
Getting to Waiheke from Downtown Auckland is easy with the Fullers360 Ferry, which takes approximately 40-mins each way. Our bus will meet up with the Ferry making getting here and back a breeze!
Hop-On Hop-Off Locations
- Waiheke Community Art Gallery
- Oneroa Village - Ocean View Road at Tui Street
- Goldie and Kennedy Point Vineyards
- Ostend shopping - 22 Belgium Street
- Stonyridge/Te Motu/Wild Estate
- Tantalus Vineyard/Waiheke Museum
- Onetangi Beach - 3rd Avenue, Charlie's, Three Seven Two
- The Heke
- Tantalus Vineyard/Waiheke Museum
- Stonyridge Vineyard
- Batch Winery/Waiheke Wings
- Rangihoua Estate
- Ostend shopping - by RSA
- Goldie and Kennedy Point Vineyards
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Cable Bay Vineyard
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
- Adult Bus + Ferry$94.00
- Child Bus + Ferry$48.00
- Infant Bus + Ferry Free of Charge
- Family Bus + Ferry$199.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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joannet25 from Australia wrote on 14 March 2025
Fantastic experience!
Great day out, very well organized. The team were well informed and happy to assist with any questions. The tour stops at some great loctations. Highly recommend.
Rose Kugler from United States wrote on 14 February 2025
Very fun day!
The bus tour and boat cruise was one of the highlights of my trip to New Zealand with Sisterhood Travels. The bus drivers were very informative and entertaining.
Kenneth Crabb from United States wrote on 11 February 2025
Poor service
We sent our granddaughter to run ahead to try to hold the bus and the driver would not wait the extra 20- 30 seconds for us to get to the door. Then we had to wait almost 35 minutes for the next bus. The PA system also did not work on one bus.
stirts from New Zealand wrote on 28 January 2025
A Brilliant Day Out
I booked last minute and got exceptional service by both the Bookme and Fullers customer service teams to get all the discounts and documentation in time. We didn't get to the Ferry early enough for our planned crossing as there were 2 huge Cruise Ships in - so definitely use their recommendation for when to get into line. The Explorer buses were really tidy and frequent and all the drivers we met were personable, knowledgeable, helpful and fun! They did a great job of promoting Waiheke and NZ to our international guests. Will definitely be doing this again!
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Krishan Mani from New Zealand wrote on 03 May 2025
Incredible Experience
I recently had an incredible experience with the Hop-on Hop-off Explorer Bus Tour & Return Ferry to Waiheke Island by Fullers360. The entire day was nothing short of amazing! The drivers were exceptionally kind and welcoming, making the journey even more enjoyable. Their sense of humor added a delightful touch to the trip, keeping everyone entertained throughout the ride. The day trip itself was well-organized and allowed us to explore the beautiful Waiheke Island at our own pace. From the seamless ferry ride to the convenient and informative bus tour, everything was perfect. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the best of Waiheke Island with a touch of fun and excellent service. Thank you.