Waiheke Island: 5-Hour Guided Art Exploration Walk Start at Ferry Terminal on Waiheke Island
ID: GYG358440-641975
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Be captivated by the creative energy and aura of the Waiheke Islands. Discover the best of its arts scene and meet talented artists, with the help of a local guide.
Join a guided art walking tour on the beautiful Waiheke Island. The island is home to a wonderful range of artists as the island supports a lively creative community. Take a ferry from Downtown Auckland to Matiatia Ferry Wharf on Waiheke Island. Your guide will be meeting you at the pier, or if you are already on Waiheke Islands, meet your guide at the Community Art Gallery.
The community is committed to conserving the unique environment of the island by minimizing its carbon footprint. Be inspired by the surrounding creativity and beauty of nature on Waiheke island as you visit art galleries in Oneroa, including an artist collective, the Community Art Gallery, and an artist goldsmith. Make a stop at a local sculpture park and learn about this intriguing array of outdoor art. Meet glass artists and painters in their studios and even an artisan shoemaker.
In the afternoon, savor lunch at the Church Bay Studio, the spectacular home of artist Gabriella Lewenz. After lunch, walk through the Atawhai-Whenua Forest and Bird Reserve and admire its native flora and fauna. The tour ends back at the Community Gallery, where your guide bids you farewell.
Highlights
- Take a scenic ferry from downtown Auckland to Waiheke Island
- Admire the local sculpture park and learn about this array of outdoor art
- Meet local artists including glass artists, painters, and an artisan shoemaker
- Includes lunch at a local artist's home
- Admire the flora and fauna of the Atawhai-Whenua Forest and Bird Reserve
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place in rain or shine
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must fill out a travel information form
Meet your guide at the Wharf on Waiheke Islands at 9:45 AM. Your guide will be holding a "Terra & Tide" sign.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.