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.
Putiki Bay is the home of Waiheke house boats and the little yellow submarine, it is a beautiful calm little bay that wraps around the Causeway and Wharf Road.
Enclosure Bay is semi hidden gem bay made of rock formations that almost entirely enclose the bay from the sea. This creates a natural, shallow swimming pool.
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.
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…
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.
Oneroa also known as “Big Oneroa”, this is a popular beach that is just a short walk from the main Oneroa village. In the village you will find plenty of…
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.
Palm Beach is a well known favourite of locals and tourists. With its beautiful white sand and palm trees surrounding the beach it makes you feel like you are in…
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.
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.
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).
Waiheke Island Motel is located in Ostend. The motel has 14 units and cottages in a garden setting. With plenty of off street parking available and nearby local eateries.
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.
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.
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 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.
Matiatia upper gravel carpark, The official name is Owhanake Carpark, is a free 48 hour parking lot that is a 8-10 minute walk from the Fullers terminal.
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 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…
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.
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…
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.
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.
George Street is located in Surfdale Waiheke, The speed limit is 30 km/h. The street is very narrow in places and hard to see oncoming cars. This street Is about…
Wharf Road is a scenic/mangrove stretch located in the suburb of Ostend. This road can lead to Wharf Road boat ramp, Belgium Street/Onetangi and Palm Beach.
Palm Road is a long stretch of road, that leads to the Palm beach store, Arcadia, Palm beach Hall, Red Shed, Palm Beach Playground, Parking, Palm Beach and Little Palm.
The Spur-winged plover is a large stocky wader with a yellow bill and spurs on each wing, locations found on Waiheke are Blackpool, Maori hill and Whakanewha.
The red-billed gull also known as a "Seagull" is common around New Zealand Coasts. Located everywhere on Waiheke beaches where food or bait is readily accessible.
The black bird is a medium-sized songbird that is entirely black in adult males with a yellow bill. Abundantly found on Waiheke around household properties and trees.
The little shag is a small shag, with a short yellow bill, black feet, a relatively long tail, usually spotted in the ocean searching for food or hanging around Waiheke…
The Wood pigeon is a large distinctively-coloured pigeon, it is easy to find on Waiheke due to its size, they are usually perched on powerlines or trees.
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.