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Private tour in Auckland Gesa M

Wonderful Waiheke Island Full Day Private Wine Tour

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Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
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Gesa M.

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"I am taking you to paradise" . . . . were my husband's words when I boarded the plane to Aotearoa for the first time. . . . Kia Ora and a warm welcome to Beautiful Auckland! I am Gesa, "a Kiwi by choice" and so fortunate to call Aotearoa and Auckland home. Leave the crowds behind, feel the beautiful nature and experience the real Auckland, that is what I stand for. Personal, flexible and individual! Above all, it is the personal touch that keeps clients coming back to book their next tour with me. I am proud to say that every tour I design is still unique to each client - tailor-made to create a special experience. All my tours are open to customization. As a keen runner and while training on Stewart Island (most southern island of NZ) up to Cape Reinga (most northern tip of NZ where the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean meet) my passion and love for nature deepened and the idea of " Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland" formed. A Boutique Tour Guide Company with the idea for visitors to feel and experience the real Auckland and it's wonderful outdoors while being active and leaving the crowds behind. . . Take in the amazing nature while walking, listening to the wonderful bird life and seeing native animals of New Zealand in the wild. Originally from Hannover in Germany, I am living since fourteen years with my Kiwi husband and our three energetic sons in Auckland after spending ten years in Sydney and six months in Paris. For the last twenty five years we have been hiking/running/cycling the "Land of the long white cloud" with its breath-taking nature and I would love to show you this magnificent part of the world. I am passionate about inclusive tourism and open when appropriate to tailoring an adventure to each individual client and when needed have support & professional advice from the Makingtrax team. Ka kite ano (see you soon) Gesa - Qualmark Bronze Award: Light Footprint - Safe and Sound - Warm Welcome - 100% Pure New Zealand Insider - 100% Pure New Zealand certified - Oceania 2025 Travel & Hospitality Award Winner - Tailor made Tour Company of the Year Auckland - Masters in Business Administration - Transport Service Licence - Passenger Service Licence and P Endorsement - Certificate of Loading (required) - First Aid - Making Trax Seal - the Trax Seal of Approval is New Zealand's benchmark of Adaptive Adventure Travel & Inclusive Tourism. It indicates that the adventure company that possesses the seal supports Inclusive Tourism. - Member of the New Zealand/German Chamber of Commerce - ProGuides Member - Tiaki Promise (To care for land and people): For every tour we take, we donate a native tree which will create beautiful forests - Committed to sustainable tourism As a 100% Pure New Zealand certified guide, I have no restrictions.

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Overview of your Auckland tour

Waiheke is a haven of beautiful vineyards, olive groves and beaches - all just a 40-minute ferry ride away. There's a reason Waiheke Island was named one of the world's top 10 regions to visit for 2016 in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide. In landscape, lifestyle and experience, Waiheke is a world away and home to a number of wineries and vineyards nestled into the landscape. Join a guided tour for tastings of award-winning wines and relax over a delicious vineyard lunch. Included in the tour package is a complimentary wine tasting at two award-winning vineyards. Lunch at Mudbrick Vineyard, one of Auckland's best restaurants, transportation on the island and return ferry ride. Having lived in Auckland for 13 years - Mudbrick is still my favourite vineyard with it's charm and soul and great Chardonnay Reserve. . . .

Recent Reviews

Diane W.United Kingdom
April 2025

What a special day to end our holiday on. Thank you Gesa for your advice on selecting a tour to best suit our party. You got it spot on. Gesa was the best guide we could have asked for, tailoring the day to fit around our cruise ship arrival in Auckland and ending at the airport for our flight back to the UK that evening. We were blessed with gorgeous weather that made the ferry crossing and vineyard visits even better. Gesa's choice of vineyards and lunch venues were excellent. We had an amazing day.

James E.United States
March 2024

Gesa is fantastic. She knows her country, local information , best wineries and took time to be sure we were doing what we wanted to do, when we wantred to do it. The lunches she set up for us we. re absolutley the best , food, service and atmosphere. Gesa was very flexible with times and changes based on sommething we thought of at the last minute. We would use her again in a heartbeat!!! Very strongly reccomend her.

Paul G.United States
February 2023

We had an amazing experience with Gesa on Waiheke Island. She provides a first class experience handling all of the details for the visit to the island, and she is also very knowledgeable about the many sightseeing opportunities around Waiheke. Lastly and importantly, Gesa is very personable and kind, as well as flexible in her approach (adding a visit for us to a local olive oil producer). I highly recommend Gesa!

John L.United States
February 2020

Gesa was incredible! We were a party of four and she took us to the most incredible wineries. We ended up at Mudbrick Vineyard where Gesa arranged a fantastic lunch with incredible views and food. The best experience of our entire stay in NZ! Genuine conversation and knowledge. Cant say enough!

Your Auckland tour itinerary

8:30 am meet at ferry terminal (downtown - Quay St, I will advise exactly how to best get there depending where you will be staying) Beautiful 40 minutes ferry ride from the City of Sails to Waiheke Island with stunning views over the islands of the Hauraki Gulf and the city. We explore the island before 11:00 am Winetasting at Tantalus, Postage Stamp, Man O War, Stonyridge, or Cable Bay Winery (depending on the day of booking) 1:00 pm Three course A LA CARTE Lunch Choice of entree, main or dessert, includes house-made bread, amuse bouche & sorbet 3:30 pm relaxing ferry ride back to the City of Sails (depending on the day, might be 3pm or 4pm ferry ride) Wheelchair users: Please let me know in advance, so I can make sure to best accomodate you For customizing this tour, please inquire about a quote

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

Modern catamaran ferry - and vehicle on the island (depending on availability on the ferry, I will take my own vehicle,7 seater VW Multivan, to Waiheke).

What's included
Other: - Ferry tickets - Premium Wine Tasting at two vineyards - 2 course lunch at Mudbrick - Pure NZ Water - 15% local tax included.
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Private Transportation
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. No extras needed...unless you wish to purchase wine or other goods to enjoy back home.
Meeting location

137-147 Quay Street, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand

Ferry terminal downtown, Quay St opposite the PWC Tower

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Day Trip
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
547338
Languages
English
German
French
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

FAQs

Who is this private tour in Auckland best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and those looking to explore the beautiful landscapes of Waiheke Island. It's also suitable for families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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