Tour Itinerary
Only 30 kilometres from downtown Auckland is the city’s largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges. No other city in New Zealand has such a wonderful asset so close to it. In just 30 minutes you leave behind the bustle of the city and step into the tranquility of the rainforest. Travel to the Arataki Centre perched high on the ridge of the Waitakere Ranges and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean.
Learn about and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings. Continue on to the lush rainforest where you can walk the easy bush tracks amongst giant tree ferns and view New Zealand’s famous kauri trees.
Unwind by a spectacular cascading waterfall or swim beneath it. Move on to experience the power of the wild and rugged west coast. Feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along some of the most awe-inspiring beaches the world has to offer (the same beach on which 'The Piano' was filmed).
Tour Inclusions:
- View breathtaking panoramic views from the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park
- Walk you through an area of Auckland’s coastal rainforest
- Stroll on an awe-inspiring beach and experience the uniqueness of the black sand and the clear ocean breeze
- Includes inner city pick up and refreshments
- This tour is perfect for all ages
- Half Day Afternoon Tour
- Runs every day (except Christmas Day) 12.30pm–5.30pm
- No minimum passengers
Tour Departures:
- Frequency: Departs daily
- Departure Point: Auckland Inner City free pick up included.
- Departure Time: at 12:30pm
- Duration: 5 hours approximately
- Return Details: Tour returns at 5:30pm, Auckland Inner City free drop off included.
- Closed: Christmas Day
Important Information:
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel.
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
- Complete operator information, including opening times and local contact telephone numbers are included on your e-voucher.
General Information:
This is a specialised small group tour. It is designed to give the visitor an intimate and memorable experience of Auckland’s wilderness without any impact on the environment and wildlife. Each tour is led by an experienced guide with extensive knowledge of native flora and fauna and an awareness for client and environmental safety.
Enhance Your Visit To New Zealand:
If you are interested in one of our independent coach tours, escorted coach tours or self drive tours and have day or two up your sleeve, why not add this trip to your visit? Simply let us know when you enquire about your other tour and we will include this trip in our quote.
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