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Auckland City & Native Forest Experience - Fully Guided Day Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Auckland, New Zealand
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience for yourself why Auckland is ranked as one of the world's most livable cities. Explore some of the city's many beaches and its native rainforest and learn about its cultural history. Have panoramic views from the summit of our highest volcano, Mt Eden and the Harbour Bridge, the CBD, Bastion Point and more.
  • A diverse tour which includes nature, culture and history
  • Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • Enjoy views from Achilles and Bastion Points, the Hauraki Gulf and more
  • Complimentary refreshments

What's Included

  • Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
  • Complimentary refreshments and water on board
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
  • Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
  • Complimentary High Speed Internet on-board the minibus
  • Visit to Auckland city highlight spots; Auckland Harbour Bridge, Parnell Village & Waterfront views
  • Visit to Auckland city highlight spots; West Haven Marina, Bastion Point, Mt. Eden Summit
  • Admission to Arataki Visitor Centre & rainforest walk
  • Visit to lookouts over Lion Rock at Piha beach
  • Visit to black sand beach at Piha
  • Discover Auckland's highlights including the wild west coast native forest and black sand beach.
  • Take in great views of the Hauraki Gulf, the Harbour Bridge, spectacular ocean vistas.
  • Drive past Westhaven Marina, one of the largest marinas in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Cruise through the city to Tamaki Drive, Auckland Domain, the suburb of Parnell.
  • Take in stunning views at Auckland's iconic vistas at Bastion Point.
  • Enjoy the picturesque and historic suburb of Parnell and the beautiful oasis of Parnell Rose Garden.
  • Admire panoramic views from Mt Eden Summit.
  • Escape the city and relax in the peace of the rainforest, mountain, and Piha Beach.
  • Visit and admire magnificent views from The Arataki Visitor Centre.
  • Soak up spectacular ocean vistas along Auckland’s wild West Coast.
  • Wander in a native rainforest and see the amazing Kauri Trees.
  • Walk on the soft, black sand on an awe-inspiring beach.
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up passengers from selected hotels in Auckland CBD. If your hotel is not in this list, please choose the closest alternative pickup location. If you require assistance in choosing the closest alternative pickup location, please contact the operator in advance so that we can assist you. Please see below timings of your pickup based on your selected pickup location. Please make sure you are present at the pickup location 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time. We cannot hold the bus if you are late, and no refunds will be provided to late or no-show passengers. Scheduled Pick-Up Timings [07:30 AM - Cordis Auckland, Mercure Auckland, Kiwi International, VR Queen Street Hotel & Suites, Pullman Auckland]; [07:35 AM - Four Points By Sheraton Auckland, Grand Millennium Auckland, VR Auckland City Hobson Street, Crowne Plaza Auckland]; [07:40 AM - SkyCity Hotel, The Grand By SkyCity, Heritage Auckland, Rydges Auckland]; [07:45 AM - JW Marriot, voco Auckland City Centre, Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, ibis Budget Auckland City Centre]; [07:50 AM - Mövenpick Hotel, Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments, Adina Apartment Hotel]; [07:55 AM - M Social, Hilton Auckland]; [08:00 AM - Sofitel Auckland, Park Hyatt, Swiss Bel-Suites Victoria Park];

or

Meeting point

  • Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
    8 Customs Street East, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

    Our central meeting point in Auckland City is in front of Movenpick Hotel (8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010). This meeting point is well connected with Auckland's public transport network. Kindly advise us if you will be meeting us at this location.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

1

Auckland Central

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Auckland Harbour Bridge

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Westhaven Marina

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Tamaki Drive (Pass By)

4

Bastion Point

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Parnell Rose Gardens

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Auckland Museum (Pass By)

6

Maungawhau / Mount Eden

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

8

Piha Beach

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

9

Auckland Central

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, , Sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
  • Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
  • Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • Good and moderate fitness level required and must have the ability to walk for at least 1 hour.
  • Not suitable for travellers with any kind of mobility issues.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Auckland complete tour and best

Timothy_C, Mar 2023
If you truly want to see Auckland this is the tour. Hop on hop off don’t take you to areas that offer spectacular views. Mt Eden and one tree hill aren’t on other tours. The operator Karth is also the owner. Small luxurious van. He is extremely knowledgeable and accommodating to the visitors.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Kia Ora Timothy and Cynthia, We thank you for leaving us an amazing 5 star review and we are so glad that you had a wonderful day exploring Auckland and the many iconic spots and hidden gems and hope you took away lots of great memories! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Do checkout our Bay of Islands Heritage Experience and the Rotorua Twin Village tours, we think you will love those too!

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