Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay on Waiheke Island, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. This walk consists of two parts, with lunch in between. Sometimes we do the northern route first, and sometimes the southern. Why is that? Well, we often need to work around the tides! Northern route (approx 2 hours): We’ll walk around the Matiatia headland and past Owhanake Bay, enjoying beautiful views of the Hauraki Gulf Islands, Great Barrier Island and Coromandel Peninsula. You’ll spot sea birds, native plants and, if you’re lucky, orcas or dolphins. We’ll stop for lunch at Oneroa Village. You can eat in one of the local cafes or have a picnic on the beach with food you’ve purchased or brought with you. Southern route (approx 2 hours): We’ll walk through Pio Rehutai Reserve and around the Church Bay headland through a sculpture park and a stunning bush reserve. We’ll pass hidden coves and amazing homes, as we enjoy view of the city and sea.

What’s included?

  • Fantastic scenic walk and expert guiding and interpretation

  • Walking maps

  • Lunch

  • Return transfers to the ferry (or your island accommodation)

  • Ferry fares

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

We have a full health and safety plan that includes managing the risk of Covid and have procedures in place to ensure the risk is minimised and mitigated and that we fully comply with all NZ government requirements - you will be required to sign in with the Covid app for tracking and tracing.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Terra & Tide

About operator:

Terra & Tide (formerly Walking By Nature) offers a range of guided walks on Waiheke Island. Our walks are perfect for those who want to take time out from their busy lives to experience the healing power of nature. We have all-inclusive walks suitable for beginners to the more adventurous. For corporates and other groups, we offer Forest Therapy walks with an accredited guide, which we can combine with wellbeing workshops. Our base on Waiheke is just 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, making it easy to join one of our guided Waiheke walks. Get connected to nature, yourself, and others. Explore wild places, learn more about our environment – and just plain relax. Plus, we offer sailing trips and charters from Waiheke Island aboard our 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star.

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