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Discover Auckland’s wild west coast on a private journey through the Waitākere Ranges to Karekare Falls and the dramatic black sands of Piha Beach.
Begin at Arataki Visitor Centre, with sweeping views across native rainforest, reservoirs and the Tasman coast. Explore the viewing decks, capture stunning panoramic photos, and learn about the cultural heritage and biodiversity of the ranges.
Visit Karekare Falls, tucked among native rainforest, with a short bush walk to the waterfall. Enjoy locally sourced kawakawa tea sweetened with native New Zealand honey before continuing to Piha Beach.
Walk the volcanic black sand, take in the Tasman Sea and surrounding cliffs, and hear how Lion Rock and this rugged coastline were formed. With a relaxed pace, there’s time for photos, short walks and additional stops along the way.
Travel in comfort in a Mercedes-Benz V-Class luxury minivan, exclusively for your group, with convenient pickup and drop-off in Auckland CBD or at the cruise terminal.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be ready at your confirmed pickup location and clearly visible to your guide at least 5 minutes before departure.
Hotel pickups:
Wait inside the main hotel lobby, near the entrance, so your guide can easily locate you.
Cruise/Port pickups:
Please wait at the designated passenger pickup zone and keep an eye out for your guide.
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light rain jacket.
Itinerary
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1Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
At Arataki Visitor Centre, take in sweeping views across the Waitākere Ranges, native forest, reservoirs, and the Tasman coast. Explore the viewing decks, capture photos from the iconic carved frame, and browse displays sharing the area’s natural and cultural history. There’s also time for a quick look around and bathroom stop before continuing to the west coast.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Karekare Falls
Explore Karekare Falls, a beautiful 30-metre waterfall hidden within the lush Waitākere Ranges. Take a short rainforest walk to the falls, then relax with locally sourced kawakawa tea sweetened with Native New Zealand honey — a unique taste of New Zealand surrounded by ancient native forest.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Piha Beach
At Piha Beach, step onto Auckland’s iconic black-sand coastline and take in the dramatic west coast scenery. Learn how the volcanic sand was formed, explore the shoreline, and enjoy views of Lion Rock and the rugged cliffs. There’s plenty of time for photos, fresh sea air, and soaking up Piha’s wild coastal atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please let us know if you are travelling with children under 7 years of age so we can provide a suitable safety seat. We will need the age, height and weight of each child under 7.
- Travellers must be able to safely enter and exit a standard vehicle without assistance.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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