Pearl Bay
Pearl bay is a lovely privately accessed bay,to enter this bay is on foot via the walking track on Otakawhe Bay. This bay screams relaxation wrapped around it are many…
Matiatia Bay
Matiatia bay will be the first beach you see when walking off Fullers or Island Direct passenger ferry services coming from Auckland city or Devonport.
Skeleton Bay
Skeleton Bay is located on the northside of Waiheke. It is a little bay between Sandy Bay and Hekerua Bay, it can only be accessed via boat or walking across…
Putiki Bay
Putiki bay is the home of waiheke locals house boats and the little yellow submarine, it is a beautiful calm little bay that wraps around the causeway and wharf road.
Omiha Bay
Omiha bay also known as Rocky Bay is a small bay located in Rocky bay Omiha, it is home to many moored boats, rocky bay historic boat sheds and access…
Anzac Bay
Anzac is a quiet little bay located on Natzka road, it is best to visit during high tide as its beautiful and tranquil but muddy during low tide.
Hooks Beach
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.
Shelly Beach
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.
Woodside Bay
Woodside Bay is a quiet little bay located in the Whakanewha region, It is a little bit of a drive but can be perfect for a quiet picnic away from…
Dead Dog Bay
Dead dog bay also formally known as Okoka Bay is a little secluded tidal beach, this is entered via a short path at the end of Margaret reeve lane.
Picnic Bay
Picnic bay and Beach is a small well kept secret on the eastern shore of Huruhi bay. You can enjoy relaxing/private swimming at all tides. With a moored pontoon.
Little Oneroa Beach
Little Oneroa Beach also known as Little O, is another popular beach in Oneroa. It is situated right across the road from Little Oneroa Takeaways and Little Oneroa dairy.
Sing Tao Chinese Takeaways
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
The go to fish and chip shop in Oneroa, with your typical range of fried food and burgers. This includes Chips, Fish, Crab Stick, Potato Fritter, Donuts, Burgers and more.
I Love Crepes
They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes) in front of you while you wait They use all fresh ingredients and accommodate for all dietary needs.
Mint As
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 Backpackers Hostel
Waiheke Backpackers Hostel is a long running affordable accommodation on Waiheke. They have plenty of rooms and amenities. With nice ocean views.
Oneroa Bay Villas
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, restaurants and cafes.
Onetangi Beach Apartments
Onetangi Beach Apartments is a apartment complex located right on Onetangi beach front, it has a modern Greek style layout and stunning ocean views.
Beachfront on Waiheke
Beachfront on Waiheke is a modern apartment complex in Onetangi. There are quality self-contained apartments with sea views of Onetangi Beach.
Poukaraka Flats Campground
Poukaraka Flats is a large, flat, sheltered, vehicle-accessible campground set back from beautiful Whakanewha Bay located in the Whakanewha Regional Park.
Waiheke Island Motel
Waiheke Island Motel has 14 units and cottages in a garden setting. With plenty of off street parking available and many activities and food close by.
Onetangi Secret Carpark
The parks are free, shade from trees blocks sun on the cars in the afternoons. It is also like a 1min walk from the beach and from the looks of…
Kennedy Point Carpark
The Upper 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.
Oneroa Main Carpark
Oneroa Main Carpark or Oneroa Back Carpark is what most locals call it as it is located behind the main road shops. The Carpark is split up into two main…
Matiatia Main Carpark
Matiatia Main Carpark is the biggest carpark On Waiheke Island, it has places for 15min free parking, drop off only zones and lots of disability parking.
Surfdale Main Carpark
The Lower Surfdale carpark is located at 20b Hamilton Road. It has a wide range of features, 20 Flat carparks, 1 Disabled carpark, 5 Motor bike carparks.
Matiatia Upper Carpark
This car park is well known locally to park your car at long term when going to town for events or trips. The parking is free and up to 48…
Fisherman’s Rock
Fisherman’s Rock is a well known spot on Waiheke for fishing. Located on the north side of Waiheke via Newton Road, it is a rocky terrain accessed by a small…
Orapiu Wharf
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…
Sandy Bay Rock Fishing
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.
Te Miro Bay Fishing Spot
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.
Esplanade Fishing
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.
Kennedy Point Pier
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…
Awaawaroa Road
Awaawaroa Road is located in the bottom end of Waiheke and more specifically Awaawaroa. The speed limit is 40 km/h. This road takes you to down to Poderi Crisci.
Pah Road
Pah Road is located in Onetangi Waiheke, Its a smaller gravel dead end road that leads you to a walkway at the end. This walkway takes you down to the…
Makora Avenue
Makora Avenue is located in Oneroa heights On Waiheke, It is a side street off a side street so the traffic levels are low. It has good views of the…
Natzka Road
Natzka Road is a peaceful residential street located in Ostend, It has a coastal drive that loops around Anzac Bay and is home to the Waiheke retirement village.
Pacific Parade
Pacific Parade is located in Surfdale Waiheke. The road starts in Oneroa and exits by Palm Beach so the road spans the full length of Surfdale.
Miami Avenue
Miami Avenue is located in Surfdale Waiheke, The speed limit is 30 km/h. This is the main road of Surfdale and goes past most of the key Surfdale businesses.
Magpie
The Magpie is a large black-and-white songbird, It was introduced from Australia. It can be found on Waiheke around farmland and large grass reserves.
Little Shag
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…
Tui
The Tui is a iridescent blue-green honeyeater with two curled white feather tufts on the throat. Locations found on Waiheke are around flaxes feeding off nectar.
Wood Pigeon
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.
Grey Warbler
The Grey Warbler is a tiny olive-grey song bird often heard before seen. Locations on Waiheke are dense woody vegetations. The warbler can be difficult to spot.
Kaka
The Kaka is a large, olive-brown parrot with grey-white crown, red-orange underwing and deep crimson belly, located in tree covered areas around Palm beach and Onetangi.