Waiheke, a quality walking destination on Auckland’s doorstep.
The old Waiheke is alive and well in Rocky Bay. Untainted by progress, development or the 'latte' set, this is where it all happens. Join the locals and hear the real Waiheke story. Tea and cakes may well be available at the start or finish of this walk in the iconic Rocky Bay (Omiha) Hall. Thursday 3 November, start time 1.30pm at the bus stop Rocky Bay. If you are coming from Auckland catch … [Read more...]
Te Whau has two great assets - a world-class restaurant and unspoilt coastal walkway. Join Janine James on this two hour walk, you will love the seclusion and maybe hate the hills! Book direct with Te Whau Restaurant if you want a long lunch 09 372 7191 or bring your sammies if you are linking this walk to 'Rocky Bay Reminiscences' in the afternoon. Thursday 3 November, start time 10.30am at the … [Read more...]
Explore Oneroa through the eye of your camera lens. Local photographer and walking guide, Janine James (aka Dora the Explorer), will show you some of her favourite photo opportunities - mainly 'close-ups'. If you have a new camera and don't know what to do with it, fear not. Jaine will give a quick lesson, a basic overview of each type of camera, and then you will go awandering with her. Feel … [Read more...]
SORRY THIS WALK IS FULLY BOOKED. Be first to see this neat wetland walkway tucked away right under your nose in the busy heart of the island. Wetland expert, Tony King-Turner talks you through nature, the water and wildlife you would never know was there. If travel permits, birdlife expert and author, Janet Hunt, will accompany Tony on this walk. Saturday 5 November, 12.15pm. Catch the 11am … [Read more...]
Our 'coast-to-coast' is a 2.5 hour walk that runs from the graceful sweep of Half Moon Bay at Whakanewha, over the bush-clad hills to the endless rolling waves at Onetangi Beach. Experienced guide and former park ranger, Andy Spence, is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to native flora, fauna and weeds! You will need to be prepared for some short steep descents so wear your good walking shoes … [Read more...]
Waiheke beaches are beautiful and many of them are included in this festival. Nordic walking workshops will take place at Oneroa Beach. The Meditation Walk takes you down to Hekerua Bay, you then wind your way up and around the coastline to Sandy Bay and on past Enclosure Bay to McKenzie Reserve. The Coast to Coast crosses the island from Rocky Bay to Onetangi beach. Dog walks will have beach … [Read more...]
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