Waiheke Island Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
island in the Hauraki Gulf of New Zealand
About Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island is the third most populous island of New Zealand (after the North and South Islands), with 9,800 permanent residents (2021), 2,000 of whom commute to Auckland each work day. Another estimated 3,400 have second homes or holiday homes on the island. In summer the population swells dramatically, as the island is a popular destination for both overseas travellers and New Zealanders. The microclimate is well suited for winemaking and the island has over two dozen vineyards. Olives are well established and some extremely nice olive oils are produced. Waiheke is administered by the Auckland Council.
Top Attractions in Waiheke Island
Explore the best things to see and do in Waiheke Island:
- ★Blackpool Beach
- ★Cactus Bay
- ★Connells Bay Scupture Park
- ★Fullers Taste of Waiheke Tour
- ★Fullers Waiheke Island Explorer Tour
- ★Little Oneroa Beach
- ★Little Palm Beach
- ★Oneroa Beach
Where to Eat in Waiheke Island
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Ajadz
- 🍴Charlie Farley's
- 🍴Island Grocer
- 🍴Oyster Inn
- 🍴Stefanos
Where to Stay in Waiheke Island
- 🏨Fossil Bay Lodge
- 🏨Hekura Lodge
- 🏨Tawa Lodge
- 🏨Waiheke Backpackers Hostel
Waiheke Island Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: