Heke Brewery and Distillery Tour in Waiheke Island with samples
Overview
Discover the fascinating world of brewing and distilling on this comprehensive 50-minute tour. Guided by an expert, delve into the intricate processes of history, milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, and aging while gaining insights into the similarities and differences between beer and whisky production. Sample both a beer and a whisky, and consider extending your experience with a specialist Tasting Flight for a deeper dive into flavours. This tour offers a maximum of 20 participants, ensuring an intimate setting for learning and enjoyment.
- 50-minute guided tour covering brewing and distilling processes
- Sample both beer and whisky during the tour
- Perfect for groups of up to 20 people
- Pre-booking required, with tours available most days at 11:15 am
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages A sample of beer and a sample of whisky
- Guided Tour of the Facility
- Meals Meals can be purchased at the restaurant at own expense
Meeting Location
64 Onetangi Road
Onetangi, Waiheke Island 1971, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Alcoholic beverages. A sample of beer and a sample of whisky.
- Guided Tour of the Facility.
- Meals. Meals can be purchased at the restaurant at own expense.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Heke Brewery and Distillery Tour in Waiheke Island with samples is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Heke Brewery and Distillery Tour in Waiheke Island with samples will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesA sample of beer and a sample of whisky
- Guided Tour of the Facility
- MealsMeals can be purchased at the restaurant at own expense
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
