Waiheke Hop On Hop Off Explorer Bus & Ferry Journey

How It Works

• Once arriving on the island, you can immediately board the bus. The bus stop is well signed with a giant bus with “Hop on Hop off” on the side. Boarding location is also explained when retrieving your boarding pass from the ticket office before boarding the ferry
• This exciting hop on hop off bus is the most cost effective and flexible tour option on the island. Hop-on and hop-off as much as you like, this providing freedom to visit vineyards, beaches, island activities and more. With over 15 clearly marked bus stops you'll have plenty of opportunities to hop off the bus and explore the area and attractions that appeal to you most
• Simply return to the bus stop where you disembarked, a bus will return every 1.5 hours

Inclusions

• Return ferry journey to Waiheke from Auckland Ferry Terminal in Downtown and return (if this option is selected)
• Pick up and return drop off to Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke
• All day access to the Explorer Hop on Hop off tour coach

Exclusions

• Hotel tranfers

Highlights

• Return ferry journey to Waiheke from Auckland Ferry Terminal in Downtown and return (if this option is selected)
• Waiheke Island Explorer Hop on Hop Off Bus is the best way to get around Waiheke
• Combines your ferry travel as well as bus transportation around the Waiheke Island
• The new fleet of buses, both single and double decker are designed to optimise your experience on the Island
• The knowledgeable tour drivers and the onboard host will ensure you receive the most informative commentary as you travel around
• See the island at your own pace, the most flexible and cost effective tour option for the island
• 15 stops which including beaches, vineyards and restaurants
• Visit Oneroa Village, Onetangi Beach, Batch Winery, the new Tantalus winery/brewery, Mudbrick Vineyard, Cable Bay Vineyard and more
• The knowledgeable tour drivers, and the addition of an onboard host will ensure you’ll receive the most informative commentary

Timetable

• A link to the Ferry timetable is provided on the voucher received following your purchase

Duration

• Bus route duration is 1.5 hours, you are free to Hop-on Hop-off off the bus as much as you would like throughout the day
• Self-paced tour

Location

• Ferries depart from Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal and board your Fullers360 ferry to Waiheke Island from piers 11 and 12.
• Hop on Hop off Bus Tour departs from Matiatia on Waiheke Ferry Terminal on an hourly basis

What To Bring

• Bottled water
• Swimwear and towel in the summer
• Warm jacket in winter
• Sun protection: Sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements