The 9 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Waiheke Island, North Island

Waiheke Dive and Snorkel is a fresh new approach to your local dive shop! Specialising in try dives, guided snorkelling tours, learn to dive PADI courses you know you’re in for a great adventure! Waiheke Island is just 35 mins scenic ferry ride from Auckland CBD, so we’re a great day trip!

We offer state-of-the-art flying fox ziplines and an eco-immersive forest walk for nature lovers of all ages. With a complimentary pick up from the island's ferry terminal at Matiatia Wharf, or from Oneroa Village bus stop if you're already on the island, you'll enjoy a "mini-tour" of the island en route to our site on Trig Hill. Upon arrival and welcome at our visitor centre, you will be checked-in, geared up, and readied for one of Auckland's most eco-friendly activities! Three 200m dual flying fox ziplines will fly you smoothly side-by-side with a partner, friend or relative down into a stunning tract of original and regenerating native 'bush' (forest). It's a scenic interpretive walk back to base, where you'll learn about local flora and fauna and the conservation of our spectacular natural environment. With a choice of drop-off locations afterwards, we'll make sure you have plenty of things to do on the island!

We offer boutique guided horse riding on Waiheke Islands best kept secret, Woodside Bay. Incredible views, take the horses for a ride long the beaches, through rolling farm scenery, ancient native flora. This highly acclaimed horse riding operation is suitable for riders of all abilities. This owner operated business a true kiwi experience not to miss. Prices start at $165 all rides include beach riding Bookings by appointment only Two tour times daily 10am and 3pm

A wonderful way to see some of the more remote spots on Waiheke Island. Pile on board Moggy the Unimog (an ex military open air vehicle). Tours take you into places on Waiheke Island most tourists don’t see. A guided bush walk through beautiful Whakanewha, a Barbi (barbecue) on the beach, paddle boarding, swimming, and strolling on the beach or if you like just take some time to relax in the shade. Whatever you are doing you'll be taking in the beautiful views offered by nature on Waiheke Island. Comfort, a fantastic family adventure or just some time to kick back with friends. Amazing kiwi hospitality, super magic real Kiwi fun. For more details visit the website.

Your ultimate multi-activity experience! For the adventurous try your hand at our combo of archery right amongst the vines followed by a laser claybird shoot! Based at Wild Estate Vineyard and restaurant, there's also loads of free activities including giant lawngames, petanque and volleyball. Once you've built up an appetite, join us for lunch featuring New Zealand style cuisine of fresh local produce, our famous sharing platters, amazing gourmet pizzas as well as fresh seasonal seafood and salads. Taste wines from our Wild Estate Vineyard or beers from Waiheke Island Brewery located on site or simply relax with a glass or two on the deck. Our restaurant is suitable for couples, families, day visits to the island, corporate groups of all sizes, and wedding functions.