Auckland coast and rainforest walk day tour

Free cancellation

Place: Auckland

Duration: up to 7 hours

Language: English

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

Do this because

Discover the beauty of West Auckland on a day tour to the coast and rainforest!
Admirer the panoramic views of the entire city and the southern harbor
Get to know more about New Zealand’s native plants and animals
Explore a regenerating rainforest and spot giant tree ferns and palm trees along the way

What to expect

This full-day tour is for lovers of nature and walking. Your experienced local nature guide will take you on a range of rainforest, beach and clifftop walks. The black sand beaches and rainforest of West Auckland are unique in New Zealand and this tour is a great way to experience the best they have to offer.

After pick up from your Auckland city center hotel we have a short (30min) drive to the Arataki Visitor Centre – the gateway to the coastal rainforest. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the rainforest back to the city and across to Auckland’s southern harbor. The visitors center is also home to some traditional Maori carvings and your guide will talk about them and explain their significance for the area.

Your eco-tour includes a guided walk in an area of original rainforest where ancient kauri trees tower over the unique trees and plants that have developed separately from the rest of the world for millions of years. Your experienced guide will explain about the local plants and animals as you stroll through the forest.

Next, your guide will take you out to the west coast to enjoy a kiwi-style picnic lunch at a scenic location. After lunch walk the clifftop tracks with stunning views along the coast and out across the Tasman Sea. Then walk in regenerating rainforest with giant tree ferns and palm trees growing alongside the picturesque stream to unwind by a spectacular cascading waterfall. During the day we go to an awe-inspiring west coast beach where you can stroll along the soft black sand beach, watch the surf waves crashing in and feel the clear ocean breeze.

The tour requires a minimum of 2 persons to run
Infant aged 0 -1 can join this activity free of charge provided they will not occupy separate seats
Please note that there are three one-hour walks during the day and several areas of steps (stairs) so a good level of fitness is required
Please confirm your pickup time and location with the local operator prior to the tour. You will find the contact details on the voucher after booking
If you have any dietary requirements please confirm with the local operator prior to the tour. You will find the contact details on the voucher after booking
Light and comfortable clothing (preferably dry-fit material) and walking shoes

What’s included

Picnic lunch

Afternoon tea

Entrance fees

Guided tour

Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas

What’s not included

Additional food and drinks

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Meeting point:

Pick-up from your hotels in Auckland. You will indicate your pickup location at checkout and confirm your pickup time and location directly with the local operator.