Ananda Tours

Ananda Tours Personalised Wine and Gourmet Food Tours on Waiheke Island. On the way, stunning scenery is absolutely unavoidable!

Our name, Ananda, is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning bliss, pleasure and happiness ... And that's what we strive to give to all our visitors. Ananda Tours invites you to enjoy a wonderful day tasting award winning wine, olive oil and other local produce for which Waiheke Island is world-renowned. Visit local artists and galleries, explore one of the many eco-trails or wander along a pristine

beach. You will travel in a comfortable minibus and be entertained by a commentary from one of our experienced guides, all of whom are locals with extensive knowledge of Waiheke Island, its people and its produce.

02/06/2026

We were so lucky to be part of the arrival of the first kiwi to Waiheke this time last year, we brought a group of eco-warrier students from Waiheke Primary to help transport these guys to their new home and we are so thrilled to see them thriving!!!

Amazing mahi, work - this is a beautiful repost...

Meet the kiwi chicks on Waiheke 🀎

The next generation of kiwis is happily growing up on the motu.

Did you know that kiwi chicks come into the world with an incredible survival trick built in?

When they hatch, nearly half their body weight is made up of a giant internal yolk sac, basically a built-in packed lunch that gives them all the food they need for their first 7–10 days of life. That means they can stay safely hidden in their burrow without needing mum or dad to bring them food.

Unlike most chicks, kiwi don’t spend their early days calling out or begging for food. Staying quiet and hidden gives them a natural survival edge as a ground-dwelling bird, helping them avoid detection while they grow stronger.

But kiwi evolved without mammalian predators. Introduced predators like stoats, feral cats, and dogs hunt by smell, meaning chicks are still massively vulnerable. In places without predator control, only around 5% of kiwi chicks survive to adulthood.

Thanks to Te Matuku Farm for sharing these awesome videos.

What a week at TRENZ in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland β€” New Zealand’s largest international tourism business event, bringing ...
28/05/2026

What a week at TRENZ in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland β€” New Zealand’s largest international tourism business event, bringing together hundreds of international travel buyers with leading tourism operators from across New Zealand.

Last week we had the privilege of hosting a series of famil (tour) experiences for travel trade partners, media, and guest speakers from the TRENZ Talks programme, showcasing some of the very best of Waiheke Island on our tours.
Jenny and Brooke also completed three days of scheduled appointments with international travel partners, reconnecting with key global buyers and building exciting new relationships. It was a fantastic opportunity to share what we do, hear fresh market insights, and explore new possibilities for collaboration.

It was also great to connect with NZ industry partners throughout the event too.
We left feeling energised, proud, and excited about what’s ahead for New Zealand tourism.
A big thank you to everyone we met along the way β€” we’re looking forward to working with all our new connections!

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We’re looking forward to an exciting week ahead as Jenny and Brooke attend TRENZ 2026 in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland - New ...
17/05/2026

We’re looking forward to an exciting week ahead as Jenny and Brooke attend TRENZ 2026 in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland - New Zealand’s largest international tourism business event.

TRENZ brings together hundreds of international travel buyers and New Zealand tourism operators to connect, build relationships and showcase the very best of Aotearoa New Zealand to the world.

While the event is underway, our team will also be hosting travel buyers on our beautiful Waiheke Island tours, sharing gourmet food and wine experiences, stunning scenery and the warm hospitality we’re known for.

We can’t wait to connect, collaborate and showcase the magic of Waiheke Island and Auckland to our international partners.

Mother’s Day is this Sunday! ✨️ We’re celebrating the heart of Ananda Tours. As a business owned and operated by mothers...
06/05/2026

Mother’s Day is this Sunday! ✨️ We’re celebrating the heart of Ananda Tours. As a business owned and operated by mothers, we know just how much love and energy goes into everything mums do.

Mums are the ultimate multitaskers and the rocks of our families. Now, it’s her turn to be pampered.
Give her the ultimate "thank you" with a Gourmet Day on Waiheke Island. Treat her to:

β€’ Luxury tastings of award-winning wines and artisan olive oils.
β€’ Breathtaking views across the Hauraki Gulf.
β€’ Stress-free relaxation - we handle every detail so she can simply enjoy.

Give her a memory as special as she is - We have gift vouchers available on our website:

www.ananda.co.nz or email us to arrange a bespoke day for mum - [email protected]

22/04/2026

is 1 November 2026. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈWho’s signed up?

We loved hosting and curating the day for Auckland Marathon crew on Waiheke, last year. We visited to and a great way to enjoy some time out before or after race day.

If you’re planning your marathon weekend, join us for a relaxed pre or post-run tour as a treat, and celebrate your run achievements while making the most of your time in Auckland. πŸ™Œ

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09/04/2026

Wrapping up a busy summer in the best way 🍷✨
A well-deserved staff tasting and lunch at Stonyridge Vineyard - what a treat! From a beautiful shared lunch to exceptional wine tastings (including a very special 2013 Larose), and of course great company.

Huge thanks to the wonderful team at Stonyridge for hosting us and to our incredible crew for everything they’ve given over summer.

'Ananda' is Sanskrit - meaning: bliss, joy and happiness - and it’s something we’re proud to bring to our work every day and share with our guests and venue partners.πŸ’›

Autumnal colours of Waiheke Island πŸπŸ‚ by our friends we had a beautiful day touring:πŸ“ πŸ“ πŸ“ + more tastings around the is...
06/04/2026

Autumnal colours of Waiheke Island πŸπŸ‚ by our friends we had a beautiful day touring:

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+ more tastings around the island

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28/03/2026

'𝐴 𝐷𝑒𝑙𝑒π‘₯𝑒 π‘Šπ‘–π‘›π‘’ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘œπ‘‘ π‘‡π‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘œπ‘› π‘Šπ‘Žπ‘–π‘˜π‘’π‘˜π‘’ πΌπ‘ π‘™π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ π‘€π‘Žπ‘  π‘Ž π‘”π‘Ÿπ‘’π‘Žπ‘‘ 𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 π‘‘π‘œ π‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ 3 π‘€π‘’π‘’π‘˜ π‘£π‘Žπ‘π‘Žπ‘‘π‘–π‘œπ‘›. πΉπ‘Žπ‘›π‘‘π‘Žπ‘ π‘‘π‘–π‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘œπ‘‘ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ π‘Šπ‘–π‘›π‘’ π‘Žπ‘‘ πΆπ‘Žπ‘ π‘–π‘‘π‘Ž π‘€π‘–π‘Ÿπ‘œ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ π‘Ž π‘”π‘Ÿπ‘’π‘Žπ‘‘ π‘‘π‘Žπ‘ π‘‘π‘–π‘›π‘” 𝑒π‘₯π‘π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘–π‘’π‘›π‘π‘’. π‘†π‘’π‘β„Ž π‘Ž π‘’π‘›π‘–π‘žπ‘’π‘’ π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘‘π‘–π‘ π‘‘π‘–π‘ π‘ π‘‘π‘œπ‘ π‘Žπ‘  𝑀𝑒𝑙𝑙. π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ 𝑂𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑒 π‘œπ‘–π‘™ π‘Žπ‘‘ π΄π‘™π‘™π‘ƒπ‘Ÿπ‘’π‘ π‘  π‘€π‘Žπ‘  𝑒π‘₯𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑑. (𝐽𝑒𝑠𝑑 π‘œπ‘π‘’π‘›π‘’π‘‘ 10 π‘‘π‘Žπ‘¦π‘  π‘π‘Ÿπ‘–π‘œπ‘Ÿ) π‘‰π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘¦ π‘’π‘‘π‘’π‘π‘Žπ‘‘π‘–π‘œπ‘›π‘Žπ‘™ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ 𝑀𝑒 π‘π‘Žπ‘› π‘π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘β„Žπ‘Žπ‘ π‘’ π‘œπ‘›π‘π‘’ π‘π‘Žπ‘π‘˜ 𝑖𝑛 π‘‘β„Žπ‘’ π‘ π‘‘π‘Žπ‘‘π‘’π‘ . π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ π΄π‘›π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘π‘Ž π‘†π‘‘π‘Žπ‘“π‘“ π‘π‘Ÿπ‘œπ‘£π‘–π‘‘π‘’π‘‘ 𝑒π‘₯𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑑 π‘ π‘’π‘Ÿπ‘£π‘–π‘π‘’ π‘Žπ‘›π‘‘ π‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘‘π‘Ÿπ‘–π‘£π‘’π‘Ÿ, π‘Ž π‘™π‘œπ‘π‘Žπ‘™ π‘Žπ‘‘π‘‘π‘’π‘‘ π‘™π‘œπ‘‘π‘  π‘œπ‘“ π‘Žπ‘‘π‘‘π‘’π‘‘ π‘π‘œπ‘šπ‘šπ‘’π‘›π‘‘π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘¦.' - Carolyn ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you, for joining us Carolyn!

05/03/2026

Autumn is harvest season on Waiheke Island πŸ‚πŸ‡

Vines are busy, grapes are ripening and cellar doors are pouring. Join us for a guided Waiheke wine tour from Auckland and experience the island at its most delicious.

✨ Tips for planning your day on WaihekeThere's so much to think about when visiting somewhere on your bucket-list and no...
01/03/2026

✨ Tips for planning your day on Waiheke

There's so much to think about when visiting somewhere on your bucket-list and not wanting to miss a thing. Here are 7 common mistakes people make when planning a visit to Waiheke:

1. Not booking tastings in advance

Many vineyards now require reservations, especially on weekends and in summer. Turning up without a booking can mean missing out.

2. Underestimating travel time around the island

Wineries look close on a map, but winding roads, viewpoints and traffic can make the day tighter than expected.

3. Forgetting someone has to drive

If you’re tasting at multiple vineyards, having a driver limits the experience for one person.

4. Assuming taxis and rideshares are easy to get

Transport can be limited during peak times, events and cruise ship days.

5. Not booking lunch

The best vineyard restaurants often book out days in advance β€” particularly with the views everyone wants.

6. Trying to visit too many wineries

People often plan five or six stops and end up rushing. Three to four quality visits usually makes for a much better day.

7. Not thinking about wine purchases

It’s easy to forget you’ll need to carry bottles around - and get them home on the ferry or flight.

Not to worry - we are here to help curate your perfect day and take care of all the details, so your whole group can relax and enjoy. We can arrange it all! Get in touch: [email protected]

Address

20 Seaview Road, Ostend, Waiheke Island
Auckland
1081

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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+6493727530

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