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Journey from Auckland City to the dramatic West Coast, where rugged landscapes and spectacular coastal scenery await. Visit Muriwai Beach, famous for its striking black sands, powerful ocean views, and impressive clifftop landscapes. Walk to the viewing areas overlooking the Gannet Colony and Motutara Island, where thousands of seabirds gather during the nesting season.
Enjoy a relaxing lunch before returning to Auckland to uncover some of the city’s most scenic coastal landmarks. Stop at Bastion Point for panoramic views across the Waitematā Harbour and Auckland skyline, then travel through the vibrant seaside suburb of Mission Bay.
Continue along the waterfront to Achilles Point for sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf and surrounding islands. Complete your journey with a visit to the beautiful Auckland Domain Wintergardens, home to impressive glasshouses, colourful seasonal displays, and peaceful gardens. A memorable blend of nature, wildlife, and city highlights.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please let us know where you want us to pick you up. We will arrange to pick you up &
drop you off at your doorstep.
Itinerary
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Auckland & Beyond Tours (Pass by)
Auckland and Beyond Tours will arrange your pick up from your hotel or cruise ship in Auckland to begin your tour. Your driver/guide will welcome you onboard our luxury Mercedes vehicle, introduce himself/herself and explain to you the itinerary for the day. You will be given the opportunity to modify it to your convenience.
Admission ticket free -
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See one of New Zealand's popular black sand beaches on the west coast. Muriwai beach is also famous for surfing and a large gannet colony. Experience the beautiful sea birds up close at the different lookouts overlooking the beach.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Bastion Point
Enjoy stunning views of Auckland City from Bastion Point also known as MJ Savage Memorial. This is a significant area in New Zealand history where Maori protested to save the land. Michael Joseph Savage, New Zealand's first labour prime minister is also buried here.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Mission Bay Auckland (Pass by)
Drive past one of Aucklands most stunning waterfront suburbs , just a short drive from Auckland CBD. Mission Bay is popular for swimming, dining and relaxing especially in the summer time.
Admission ticket free -
3Achilles Point
Another place to view Auckland City and the Waitemata Harbour is Achilles Point. This rocky point is also known as the head of Horoiwi, located just past Saint Helliers Bay and above Ladies Bay. Traditional Maori carvings stand on the lookout representing important Maori chiefs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Winter Garden Auckland Domain
in the heart of the Auckland domain you will find the beautiful winter gardens, the perfect activity for a rainy day. Designed in the early 1900s these gardens display some rare and stunning plants that are constantly changing.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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