Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, to explore Waiheke Island with our daily service from Viaduct Harbour to Waiheke Marina, Kennedy Point. Our premium, purpose-built vessel fleet will get you to Waiheke in comfort and style with friendly crew, hot coffee and fully licensed bar stocking premium Waiheke wine.
Waiheke Marina is located at Kennedy Point on the southern side of Waiheke Island, just an 8 minute drive from Oneroa or 12 minutes from Onetangi, and the most convenient location on the island to connect to the majority of Waiheke's finest vineyards, restaurants and beaches.
Things to do:
- Sample the local wines! Waiheke is known for it's wineries and is home to some of New Zealand's best vineyards. Book a guided wine tour, or hire a private vehicle / ebike to discover them at your own pace.
- Enjoy award-winning cuisine at one of the many dining establishments on the island. From beachside cafes to fine dining restaurants, there is something to cater for every occasion.
- Discover the vibrant arts & crafts at the various art galleries and studios located around the island.
- Relax and take a swim at one of the white sandy beaches such as Oneroa, Palm Beach or Onetangi.
- Wander through the specialty shops, cafes, bars and restaurants located in Oneroa Village and don't miss the Ostend Markets if you are visiting the island on a Saturday morning.
- Explore the island via the extensive walking trails around cliff tops, along the coastline and through native forest.
Getting Around:
Getting around Waiheke is easy with various transport options available from the Waiheke Marina, Kennedy Point:
- Waiheke 501 bus service which runs between Kennedy Point, Surfdale and Oneroa. Bus services connect with our arrival and departures times - visit Auckland Transport website for the most up to date timetable.
- Hire a car or e-bike direct from Waiheke Marina - available to pickup at your arrival point
- Arrange an island or vineyard tour to meet you on arrival with one of the local operators such as Waiheke Wine Tours, The Wine Tasting Company or Ananda Tours.
- Pre-book a taxi or shuttle service to take you from the wharf directly to the vineyard or restaurant of your choice.
