The Wine Affair Wine Tour + Lunch At Award-Winning Restaurant KiMaha

Start your afternoon with an indulgent journey through Waiheke Island’s premier wine destinations, savouring exquisite tastings and a sophisticated lunch with spectacular coastal views!

Experience premium wine tastings at three of Waiheke’s most celebrated vineyards
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the elegant Ki Maha, which overlooks the stunning Onetangi Beach. Ki Maha has won the Metro Peugeot Restaurant of the Year Award 2022 and the Cuisine Good Food Award 2022.
Enjoy Waiheke’s highest vineyard with breathtaking 360-degree island views
Learn about the island’s unique wine-growing conditions from your knowledgeable local guides

Our journey begins at Mudbrick, one of Waiheke Island’s most iconic destinations. Established in 1992, this stunning vineyard is situated on a hillside, offering panoramic views of the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland’s skyline. At their elegant cellar door, you’ll indulge in a wine tasting that showcases the unique maritime influence of Waiheke’s terroir.

We will then ascend to the highest point on Waiheke at Batch Winery. Situated at 240 meters above sea level, Batch offers truly spectacular 360-degree views across the island and beyond to the Coromandel Peninsula.

Next, we’ll make our way to beautiful Onetangi, where we’ll visit KiMaha, a sophisticated modern restaurant steps from the golden sands of Onetangi Beach. Here you’ll enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with a complimentary beverage while taking in breathtaking views across the bay. The restaurant’s name “KiMaha” means “to rest” in Māori – the perfect description for this tranquil seaside dining experience.

Your tour culminates at Postage Stamp, a boutique vineyard in Onetangi Valley in the Onetangi. Here you will enjoy a hosted wine tasting of their small-lot, single-vineyard wines – an intimate finale among the vines before we head back.

This tour is designed for afternoon enjoyment, with the first tasting starting at 12 pm.

Tour Itinerary

11:00 AM – Depart from Auckland via ferry to Waiheke Island (not included).
11:45 AM – Upon arrival at Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke Island, your tour guide will meet you with a signboard.
12:00 PM – Ki Maha (translates to towards perfection) Lunch at the most beautiful and sophisticated restaurant on Waiheke Island with an incredible view of Onetangi Beach.
145 PM – Wine tasting at Batch Winery, Waiheke’s highest vineyard offering outstanding wines and great views to match.
245 PM – Postage Stamp wines for beautiful boutique wine tastings at the winery, which is known for its small, artisanal vineyards, often using classical and unexpected grape varieties like Syrah, Tempranillo, and Marsanne-Roussanne to produce wines with exceptional flavour and distinct character.
4pm Wine tasting at Mudbrick Vineyard, an idyllic setting with spectacular sea views out across the Waitemata Harbour to Auckland city.
5:00 PM – The tour has concluded, and you have two options: you can either catch the ferry back, which we will take you to, or stay on the island to explore Oneroa Village. The tour guide can drop you off in the village, allowing you to enjoy its attractions at your leisure. Ferries run every half hour or hour during the summer months.

What’s Included

Experience an unforgettable afternoon with our comprehensive package at $260 per person. Savour premium wine tastings at three of Waiheke’s most celebrated vineyards, paired with a sophisticated gourmet lunch and complimentary beverage at the stunning KiMaha restaurant. Your afternoon adventure includes expert local commentary and comfortable private transport throughout the island.

Please Note: Seasonal vineyard availability may affect the itinerary, and substitutions of equal quality may be made if necessary. Ferry tickets, additional beverages beyond those included, and personal purchases are not included unless arranged otherwise.

How to get to Waiheke:

An alternative to waiting in line is to book a ferry in advance. You can make a reservation here: www.islanddirect.co.nz