We are immensely proud to present, for the enjoyment of all New Zealanders and international visitors, our Waiheke Island gardens.

Waiheke Island is a unique community and a beautiful natural environment.  This uniqueness and beauty is an opportunity that allows the Waiheke community to support its sick children with funds raised as a result of our guests visiting some of Waiheke’s most beautiful gardens each year at our annual Garden Safari.

The Garden Safari began in 2001, attracting approximately 350 guests and raising around $5,000.00.  Eight years of the Safari has seen good growth each year, and in that time we have hosted around 8,000 guests through approximately 100 gardens and raised in excess of $145,000.00 to support sick Waiheke children and their families. 

Last year nearly 1500 guests enjoyed the Safari, contributing nearly $35,000.00 which was immediately available to this cause.

This year we are joined by SeaLink as our major sponsor….a wonderful partnership with wonderful opportunities for continued Safari growth.  SeaLink have always supported us in a number of ways, and the development now to the SeaLink Jassy Dean Trust Garden Safari this year is exciting for the Trust.  And, as part of their sponsorship and as an added incentive to bring your own car to the Island, SeaLink is promoting a HotDeal, saving you a fabulous $60.00.  Book through www.sealink.co.nz

Don’t forget our massive Plant Sale at Garden 10 where you’ll find fabulous plants at fabulous prices.  And for your added enjoyment local musicians will be performing at selected gardens, Art Out There and The Scarecrows’ Picnic will be on display, a variety of merchandise and gourmet delights available for purchase, and local Wine and olive oil on offer for tasting and purchasing. 

We trust that you take your time to experience our island’s natural beauty as you drive leisurely between the gardens.  You may perhaps even learn some gardening tips from the wonderful people who have so generously donated their gardens for our cause.

We hope you enjoy our SeaLink Jassy Dean Trust Garden Safari 2009 on Waiheke Island!