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.
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.
Blackpool Beach
A south side beach on Waiheke found on The esplanade, the beach is best at high tide. This beach is popular for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
Enclosure Bay
Enclosure bay is a small bay sheltered/enclosed by large rocks, giving its own unique feature to Waiheke Island. It is a perfect spot to do safe snorkeling.
Hekerua Bay
Hekerua Bay is a little hidden beach near by sandy bay that is only accessed by foot or via boat, at high tide you can see all the seafloor due…
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…
Surfdale Beach
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.
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…
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.
Otakawhe Bay
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…
Rocky Bay/Kuakarau Bay
Rocky Bay also formally known as Kuakarau Bay is a pretty quiet bay, it is perfect for a picnic and a fun space for children to play on its wooden…
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PlaceMakers/ Waiheke Living Carpark
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
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.
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…
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…
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.
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…
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
Weka Road
Weka Road is located in Oneroa on Waiheke, It has views of the Trees from most homes. The speed limit is only 30 km/h. With the Fire Station located on…
Newton Road
Newton Road is a dead end road located in Oneroa. It is the road access to Fisherman's rock walkway. The road is quiet with about 20 residential properties.
Palm Road
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.
Homai Street
Homai Street is a short pass through side street with 6-7 houses located in Ostend. It can be entered or exited off Wharf Road or Whakarite Road.
Blake Street
Blake Street is located in Surfdale Waiheke, The speed limit is 30 km/h. This road connects you from the main road of Surfdale down to Surfdale beach.
Great black-backed gull
The Black-backed gull is a large black-and-white gull with a white head and underparts, black back, yellow bill with a red spot near the tip. Located on Waiheke beaches.
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.
Spotted Turtle Dove
The spotted dove is a medium-sized, long-tailed dove, with a greyish head and speckled greyish brown upperparts. Found on Waiheke around gardens and the rooster reserve.
Fantail
The Fantail is a well known NZ bird due to its distinctive fanned tail. Locations found on Waiheke are any well-treed parks, bush walks and even properties.
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.
Variable Oyster Catcher
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.