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Experience four short walks within Auckland's urban area, to discover amazing natural environments only 20 minutes from the city centre. Explore a rocky coastline which was once a forest and learn about Auckland's volcanic past, with the option to buy a drink or ice cream from a local cafe. Take a boardwalk through an urban rainforest to gaze up at ancient trees found only in New Zealand. Next, enjoy a different perspective from a treetops walkway, looking down on the canopy below. Lastly, follow a stream through wetlands up a valley, with your guide pointing out unique plants and other wildlife. Finish with views across to the city, and choose between returning by ferry or being dropped off by your guide.
- Explore four unique natural environments within Auckland's suburbs
- Guided walks through shorelines, rainforests, and wetlands
- Scenic views of the city from Birkenhead Wharf and optional ferry ride
- Small group experience for personalized attention and expert insights
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For hotel pick ups, please wait outside the main entrance of your hotel and look out for the tour vehicle.
If meeting at 148 Quay Street, please wait at the steps outside Daikoku Restaurant.
Wait at the steps outside Daikoku Restaurant and your guide will meet you there.
Itinerary
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Auckland Harbour Bridge (Pass by)
Drive over the iconic Harbour Bridge for views of the upper harbour, North Shore, and city.
Admission ticket free -
1Takapuna Beach
Begin your adventure at Takapuna, where you'll explore a rocky coastline which was once an ancient forest and learn about Auckland's volcanic history. You'll have the opportunity to purchase a coffee or ice cream from a local cafe while enjoying the beach.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Smiths Bush Reserve
Take a gentle walk through a rare surviving fragment of ancient lowland rainforest, which once would have covered much of the northern part of Auckland. From the forest floor, marvel upwards at the many mature native trees and see the famous Five Sisters – a cluster of five large pūriri trees that sprouted from the fallen trunk of an ancient giant 500 years ago!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kauri Glen Reserve
Follow a short track to reach a treetop bridge, 18 metres up, which allows a birds-eye view of the canopy below. Listen to the birdsong, and learn about the history of kauri logging in New Zealand.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Le Roys Bush
Follow a stream up the valley through a freshwater wetland area to reach a small waterfall, admiring species such as native nikau palms, cabbage trees, reeds, vines, and other epiphytes. Learn the Maori and European settler history of the area.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit Birkenhead Wharf for great views across the water to the city, and choose between taking the ferry back to the city centre under the Auckland Harbour Bridge (included), or driving back over the bridge to be dropped off by your guide.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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