SORRY THIS WALK IS FULLY BOOKED. Last year saw a sneak preview of this stunning piece of land. Now it is ours (yours and mine!). Join the official opening of our newest walkway reserve. With kind consent of the adjoining private landowner you may even get the chance to stand on Waiheke's highest point. Sunday 6 November 1.30pm. Take the noon ferry and you will be met by a Walking Ambassador who … [Read more...]
Okahuiti Wetland Walkway
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...]
Te Matuku to Awaawaroa
SORRY THIS WALK IS FULLY BOOKED. Down the eastern end of the island is a new bush track opening up the Te Matuku peninsula to walkers for the first time. Big trees, big views and a big hill at the end. And if you like, there's wine tasting before and after. Bliss. Saturday 5 November, 11.30am. Take the 9am ferry from town and meet the special bus. The guided walk is free but the return bus … [Read more...]
Top of the Top Knot
Rangihoua (Top Knot) is a sacred site for Ngati Paoa, join us to hear why. Walk to the top, feel the history and breathe in the views. Sunday 30 October 3pm at the Onetangi Sports Pavillion. If you are coming from Auckland catch the 2pm ferry and a special bus will be waiting to collect you. Return bus fare $20, pay the driver. Book Now. Keep yourself updated with news and offers, Newsletter … [Read more...]
Pioneer Country
SORRY - THIS WALK IS NOW FULLY BOOKED! Waiheke's pioneer settlers made their home here at the far end of the island. Now it is one of the island's biggest and best bush reserves and owned by Forest & Bird. Only open once in a blue moon so book early. Sunday 30 October, 10.30am start. Coming from town? Take the 9am ferry and meet our Walking Ambassador (green t shirt, black cap) at Matiatia. … [Read more...]
Oneroa Outback – Vines, Views and Secret Bush Reserve
A voyage of discovery from Matiatia Bay, you will trail through a secret bush reserve, taking in coastal and vineyard views. Then your executive decision of the day is do you finish your journey with lunch at Mudbrick or Cable Bay restaurant (bookings essential) or walk a little further to Piritahi Marae on Blackpool beach where it is just a short walk to Oneroa? We will leave that up to … [Read more...]
Madame-Rouge
The Madame-Rouge lends its name to the walk, the wine and the Madame-Rouge Run which takes place annually in early January. Saturday 29 October 2pm. If you are coming from Auckland take the 12noon ferry and then the regular bus to Onetangi. Ask for the 7th Ave/Strand corner ($4.20). Walk up 7th Ave and turn right at the top into Seaview Road. A few minutes along here turn left into Brown's Road … [Read more...]
Parade Along the Esplanade for St John
The last day of the festival is in support of St John. Donate what you like from gold coin upwards. The challenge here is to see how much fun a walk can be. The more the merrier is what we say so see what you can do to bring a crowd along. If you are a team player bring your team with you. If you are in a group drag them all along. What and who you are likely to see in the crowd? Rahman and his … [Read more...]
Walking to Fitness
New Zealand Fitness publisher/editor, Lorraine Thomson is an advocate of fitness and not just on paper. This year she has run the Paris Marathon, previous marathons include London, Auckland and Rotorua. She has cycled the 160km 'Round Lake Taupo' cycle race as well as the Otago Rail Trail. Her treks include the length of Hadrian's Wall from one side of England to the other and the Milford and … [Read more...]
Story Walk with Tanya Batt
Having traversed the globe internationally acclaimed storyteller, Tanya Batt, returns from her travels to share a story adventure in her very own back yard as part of the 2011 Waiheke Walking Festival. In conjunction with the 'Once Upon an Island Trust' and Auckland Council, you are invited to join Tanya and a host of talented Waihekeans on an interactive storytelling walk - 'The Rainbow … [Read more...]
