Sandy Bay is located on the northside of Waiheke, with its beautiful white sand and crystal blue water it is definitely a favourite place to just relax and enjoy the…
Hooks Beach is a small, calm, picturesque beach, you can get some amazing photos and views of the Waiheke sunsets from here. Pathway to access down stairs.
Surfdale Beach is a south side beach on Waiheke, the beach is best at half tide or higher. The Beach is made from Shell/Sand and popular for high wind activities.
Shelly Beach is a south side beach on Waiheke, the beach is secluded and less populated than the northern beaches which makes this a nice spot for a quiet picnic.
Little Palm also known as "Nudie Beach" is a nudist beach located on the western side of Palm Beach. Waihekes only beach where its safe to swim and sunbathe naked.
Otakawhe Bay is a gorgeous bay located on Nepean Ave in Orapiu, many bays in Orapiu are accessed only via private driveways, this one can be accessed easily to the…
Blackpool Beach is a south side beach on Waiheke found on The Esplanade. This beach is popular for windsurfing and kitesurfing due to it being exposed to southerly winds.
Te Miro Bay is a little secluded beach sheltered by pohutukawa trees. Only accessed via foot, it is located below the Matiatia Headland Path. The bay is perfect for fishing.
Sing Tao Chinese Takeaways is the main Chinese Takeaways on Waiheke with all the common foods like Sweet and Sour Pork, Chow Mein, Fried Rice and Egg Noodles.
I Love Crepes is located in a vintage caravan based in Oneroa, in a small food cart complex. They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes).
Little Oneroa Takeaways is the go-to spot for traditional fish and chips on Waiheke. They are located nearby Little Oneroa Beach. They serve a range of fried food and burgers.
Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco's and milkshakes all made while you wait.
Waiheke Retirement Village is the only retirement village on waiheke its located on the beachfront of Anzac bay. There are over 40 Units/Houses in the village.
Oneroa Bay Villas are a cluster of modern and stylish apartments located in the lower part of Oneroa walking distance from the Oneroa village shops and cafes.
Waiheke Island Resort is a 3 star resort located in Palm Beach suburb. Only minutes from the beach. They have a onsite restaurant, swimming pool and mini golf.
Surfdale main carpark is located at 20b Hamilton Road. It has a wide range of features, 20 Flat carparks, 1 Disabled carpark, 5 Motorbike carparks and EV charging.
The PlaceMakers/ Waiheke Living carpark is located at 102 Ostend Road. In the shopping complex. The parking lot consists of 150+ carparks and 5 disability parks.
Oneroa main carpark or “Oneroa back carpark” – that’s what most locals call it – is located behind the main Oneroa shops. Accessed via Oue Road or Weka Road.
The Kennedy Point carpark is located at 108 Donald Bruce Road, close to the Sea Link ferry. It has a wide range of features, 60 flat carparks, 1-2 disability and…
Orapiu Wharf is a popular place for many Waiheke locals to go fishing. It is located on the other side of Waiheke called the “Bottom End”, so expect a long…
Te Miro Bay is located in Oneroa/Cable Bay with views of Rangitoto Island. It is perfect for rock fishing and watching the ferries return or leave Matiatia Bay.
Kennedy Point Pier is located near the SeaLink ferry terminal. It is a man-made rock-walled pier with a flat concrete path. You can fish on either side of the pier.
Sandy Bay is a surprisingly quiet beach with plenty of easily accessible rocks to fish off. Sandy Bay has parking, toilets and a small concrete/beach boat ramp.
The Esplanade fishing spot is located in Oneroa/Blackpool on the gravel road called The Esplanade. The fishing spot is easy to get to and is accessed on foot.
Ostend Road is residential and business road located in Ostend Waiheke. The speed limit is 30 km/h - 50 km/h. It splits into a main road and side road of…
Eden Terrace is residential street located in Onetangi. The Anglican church and Onetangi Four Square are situated on the road. The speed limit is 30 km/h.
Miro Road is a dead end road located in Palm Beach. It is a short quiet road walking distance from Palm Beach. The road has very little roadside parking.
Donald Bruce Road is located in Surfdale Waiheke, The speed limit varies due to also being a school road, this road will lead you to the SeaLink ferry pier.
This large black-and-white shag is often seen individually or in a group, usually spotted in the ocean searching for food or hanging around fisherman by the rocks of Waiheke.
The sacred kingfisher is a distinctive bird with a green-blue back, buff to yellow undersides and a large black bill. they can be found nearby tidal beaches on waiheke.
Mynas are stocky brown birds with a shiny black head and shoulders. Commonly found on road sides on Waiheke, usually playing chicken with cars while foraging for food.
The variable oystercatcher is a stocky coastal bird with a long, bright orange bill, it is located on many quiet beaches such as Blackpool, Whakanewha and Anzac bay.
The Godwit is a migrant from Alaska, they fly 8-9 days straight to arrive in NZ. They can be found on Waiheke from September - March located at Blackpool.