A unique luxury tour that combines boutique wines and views!

Waiheke Aerial Experience + Afternoon Wine Affair

✈️ Scenic Flight from Auckland + Waiheke Wine Tour
✨ A spectacular way to arrive on Waiheke Island

Take your Waiheke experience to new heights — quite literally.
This unique collaboration with Waiheke Wings allows guests to arrive on the island in unforgettable style, combining a scenic flight across the Hauraki Gulf with our beloved Afternoon Wine Affair.

From the moment you lift off from Auckland’s North Shore, you’ll enjoy breathtaking aerial views before landing on Waiheke to begin an afternoon of fine wine, beautiful vineyards, and relaxed island hospitality.

It’s the perfect way to transform a great wine tour into a truly extraordinary island experience.

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Your Experience

Discover Waiheke from both the sky and the vineyard.

This experience blends aviation, wine, and coastal dining into a seamless afternoon escape.

✈️ Scenic flight from Auckland to Waiheke Island with Waiheke Wings

🍽️ Beachfront lunch at Ki Māha overlooking beautiful Onetangi Beach

🍷 Premium wine tastings at some of Waiheke’s most celebrated vineyards

🌿 Hosted afternoon wine tour through the island’s stunning landscapes

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The Journey

Your adventure begins at North Shore Airport, where you’ll board a scenic aircraft operated by Waiheke Wings.

After take-off, you’ll soar above the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf, taking in spectacular views of the Auckland coastline, Rangitoto Island, and the surrounding islands that make this region so special.

As you approach Waiheke, the island’s patchwork of vineyards, beaches, and olive groves unfolds beneath you — offering a breathtaking introduction to New Zealand’s most famous wine island.

Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to Ki Māha, a refined beachfront restaurant located on the golden sands of Onetangi Beach.

Here you will join our Afternoon Wine Affair, beginning with a relaxed lunch overlooking the ocean before heading out to explore Waiheke’s world-class wineries.

Your afternoon continues with tastings at some of the island’s most beautiful vineyards, where passionate winemakers craft wines that reflect the island’s unique terroir and coastal climate.

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Sample Itinerary

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What’s Included

Scenic flight from Auckland to Waiheke Island with Waiheke Wings

Beachfront lunch at Ki Māha

Premium wine tastings at Waiheke vineyards

Knowledgeable local driver/guide

Comfortable transport across the island

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Good to Know

This experience is an add-on to our Afternoon Wine Affair tour.
To include the scenic flight option, simply select this upgrade when booking your Afternoon Wine Affair experience at check-out.

Flight departure: North Shore Airport – 11:15 AM
Approximate flight duration: 40 minutes scenic experience

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Waiheke Aerial Luxury Experience

✈️ Private Wine Tour + Scenic Flight over Waiheke Island
✨ A premium island journey combining wine, cuisine, and aviation

For guests seeking a truly unforgettable day on Waiheke, the Waiheke Aerial Luxury Experience combines private touring, gourmet dining, and a breathtaking scenic flight over the island.

This exclusive experience showcases Waiheke from every angle — from the highest vineyard viewpoints to a bird’s-eye view of its coastline and vineyards.

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Your Experience

A luxurious day discovering Waiheke Island by land and air.

🍷 Wine & food pairing at Batch Winery

✈️ Scenic flight above Waiheke’s vineyards and coastline

🍽️ Beachfront lunch at Ki Māha

🥃 Whiskey & chocolate tasting at The Heke Distillery

🌿 Fully hosted private tour experience

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The Journey

Your day begins with a 10:00 AM ferry from Auckland, arriving at Waiheke’s picturesque Matiatia Wharf around 11:00 AM.

From there, your private guide will escort you to Batch Winery, located at the highest point on Waiheke Island. With sweeping views across the Hauraki Gulf and surrounding vineyards, Batch provides a spectacular introduction to the island’s wine culture.

Here you will enjoy a Wine & Food Pairing experience, perfectly showcasing the flavours of Waiheke.

Next, you’ll be transferred to Waiheke Aerodrome for a scenic flight experience with Waiheke Wings.

Shortly after take-off, breathtaking views unfold beneath you — the vineyards, beaches, and rugged coastline that define Waiheke Island.

Your flight path reveals stunning perspectives of Oneroa Village, the volcanic silhouette of Rangitoto Island, and the Auckland skyline in the distance.

As you cross the island from south to east, you’ll see oyster beds and mussel farms in the surrounding waters, as well as views of neighbouring islands including Ponui, Pakatoa, and Rotoroa.

The final descent offers unforgettable views of Onetangi Beach and its surrounding vineyards, inspiring you to continue exploring the island’s wines once you land.

After your flight, enjoy a relaxed lunch at Ki Māha, one of Waiheke’s most beautiful beachfront restaurants.

Your day concludes at The Heke Distillery, where a whiskey and chocolate tasting offers a unique and indulgent finale to your island adventure.

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Sample Itinerary

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What’s Included

Private guided wine tour experience

Wine & food pairing at Batch Winery

Scenic flight with Waiheke Wings

Lunch at Ki Māha Restaurant

Whiskey & chocolate tasting at The Heke Distillery

Luxury transport around the island

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Pricing

Please enquire for price.

This premium experience is offered in collaboration with Waiheke Wings, combining aviation and luxury wine tourism for a truly unique Waiheke adventure.

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Elevate your Waiheke Island experience with a breathtaking helicopter transfer in partnership with HeliMe. Arriving by helicopter offers a truly unforgettable way to experience the beauty of the Hauraki Gulf, with spectacular aerial views of Auckland’s coastline, surrounding islands and Waiheke’s stunning vineyards and beaches.

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, planning a luxury escape or simply wanting to experience Waiheke in a unique and memorable way, a helicopter arrival transforms your day into something extraordinary from the very beginning.

Our Black Label Experiences can be fully customised to include private vineyard hosting, gourmet dining, premium wine experiences, scenic coastal stops and luxury island touring following your helicopter arrival.

Please enquire with our team to create your personalised Black Label helicopter tour with HeliMe.