AUCKLAND WINE FIELD GUIDE
Waiheke’s Triple Tasting: A Private Day Among the Island Vines
Ananda Tours’ six-and-a-half-hour private tasting visits three of Waiheke Island’s top wineries for premium, winemaker-led tastings and a leisurely vineyard lunch.
Waiheke’s Triple Tasting: A Private Day Among the Island Vines.
This is an exclusive, private wine tour on Waiheke Island that takes you to three of the island’s top producers for premium tastings led by winemakers, visits of distinctive estates and a relaxed gourmet lunch at a renowned vineyard restaurant.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Winemaker-led tastings at three top vineyards
Taste flagship wines, older vintages and wines direct from barrel when available, with private tastings hosted by winemakers, owners or senior cellar staff at three handpicked Waiheke estates.
Handpicked island vineyards and optional invitation-only visits
The tour visits a rotating selection of acclaimed Waiheke producers — from well-known estates to the possibility of arranged private visits to invitation-only properties for guests seeking rare access.
Gourmet lunch among the vines
The day concludes with a relaxed gourmet lunch at one of Waiheke’s vineyard restaurants so you can reflect on the tastings; lunch is provided at the restaurant and is paid for by guests.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Over roughly six and a half hours, a private guide tailors a three-winery itinerary to your interests, arranging hosted tastings, estate visits when weather permits and finishing with a vineyard restaurant lunch — all designed for an immersive, personalized day among the vines.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour is for — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Start times reflect ferry departure times to Waiheke and may be adjusted if you are already on the island; the operator will contact you after booking to confirm exact timing.
Plan for approximately 6.5 hours for the private tour.
Vineyard tours are weather permitting; some estate visits or outdoor components may be altered due to conditions.
The day ends with a gourmet lunch at a vineyard restaurant; lunch is at guests' own expense.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs for approximately 6.5 hours.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting arrangement is accommodation pickup to begin the private tour.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes — the tour is for guests aged 18 and over.
How many wineries will we visit?
The itinerary includes visits to three of Waiheke’s top wine producers.
Will I meet winemakers?
Yes — tastings are hosted by winemakers, owners or senior cellar staff and can include flagship wines, older vintages and barrel tastings when available.
Is lunch provided?
The tour concludes with a gourmet lunch at a vineyard restaurant; lunch is paid for by guests.
Can the operator arrange private or invitation-only estate visits?
Private visits to invitation-only estates such as Destiny Bay and Te Rere can be arranged on request.
Do start times change if I'm already on Waiheke Island?
Start times may slightly vary if you are already on the island; the operator will contact you after booking to confirm details.