Hi everyone, I'm now on the ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island
This is the second time I've been here, but the first time was long ago
in 2012-2013, I'm not sure
The weather was stunning then and today is sunny too
It's not too cold, although now is the beginning of winter, about 13-14 degrees
Not to mention today is a sunny day, it is really warm.
What a wonderful day! I'm feeling I'll have lots of nice pics
Actually, I prefer contemplating the scenery. Even though Waiheke is famous for
tasting wine, I'm not into it as I can't drink wine not to mention knowing which one is good,
so I'm sorry that I can't share with you about the fine wine her
I hope I can show you some lovely footage of Waiheke instead.
The ferry has started to go, usually, it would take 40-50 min from Half Moon Bay
to get to Waiheke Island. Today is a sunny day and has gentle winds.
The weather is perfect. Behind me, there are a lot of ships and boats, fantastic!
Such a delightful experience!
Hi everyone, I've finally arrived at Waiheke Island and this is Enclosure Bay
It is approximately 3,5km from the dock, just a few minutes driving
This is a beautiful destination. I only have 3 hrs including lunchtime (I haven't eaten yet)
and go back to the dock. I hope I'll have enough time to share with you every corner on this beautiful island.
Now I will use my flycam to show you some footage from above
Waiheke Island is the most populated in the Hauraki Gulf of New Zealand.
Its ferry terminal in Matiatia Bay at the western end is 21.5 km from the central-city terminal in Auckland.
Waiheke is the second-largest island in the Gulf, after Great Barrier Island.
This is Oneroa Beach, a pretty famous beach in Waiheke
The weather is really on point today, it's warm and sunny even though now is the beginning of winter
Normally if it were 13-14 degrees on a rainy and windy day, it would be really cold
But I'm just wearing a thin sweater and that's it.
I will to that side and take some shots.
Oneroa Beach is the most famous one on Waiheke Island.
The Gulf is well-known for kayaking and Greater Te Hurihi walkway goes alongside the coast.
The white sand and calm waves of the main beach point to the sunny Northside of Oneroa.
It attracts both the locals and tourists coming to visit
If you are a walker, go explore the island's trails meandering along cliff tops
down to the beaches and into cool enclaves of native forest.
To stay overnight, rent a beach house and wake up to the sound of the waves
I've just taken you to two renowned beaches in Waiheke
now I will take you to the winter grapes garden
I will stop by there and show you the garden
But it's winter, there's nothing left, only some sheep grazing
I go to Waiheke to watch the sheep :)) Watch them eating
There are buses and taxis on the island, or you can rent a hiking bike, motorbike or car.
If you've already had a bike or car, you can bring it with you on the ferry.
In November 2015, Lonely Planet rated Waiheke Island the fifth-best region in the world to visit in 2016.
The island is 19.3 km in length from west to east, varies in width from 0.64 to 9.65 km,
and has a surface area of 92 km2.
The coastline is 133.5 km, including 40 km of beaches.
The highest point of the island is Maunganui at 231m.
The climate is slightly warmer than Auckland, with less humidity and rain, and more sunshine hours.
When you go to Waiheke Island, remember to take this guidebook
They've put a lot of info in this, for example, if you like activities, you can see what does the island have to offer
There are so many things to do, like riding bikes, kayaking, underwater games, many many more
Since I only enjoy watching the scenery, so I'm just taking footage of the scenery.
Besides, there would be no one filming when I play.
Don't forget to taste the wine as well
because Waiheke has lots of grapes garden, you can come here to enjoy their products.
Since I don't drink so I've missed this opportunity
there are so many information in this book, they even have a mall but I think
shopping in Auckland is enough haha
This is the main area map, there's still another part, this main area largely consists of beaches
If you go here by ferry, you will arrive at this spot,
the Kennedy Point. 3 hrs only allow me to reach a few of the attractions
If you have time, go at least one day
or else you cannot explore all of this island
3 hr is like nothing haha
Thank you for watching! See you next time on Lena Lan NZ Youtube channel :)