The Ultimate Muriwai Gannet Colony Experience Private Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Ultimate Muriwai Gannet Colony Experience - Private coastal bird sanctuary tour and New Zealand’s iconic black sand coast experience

Discover Auckland’s dramatic West Coast on this Private and Exclusive Tour to the famous Muriwai Gannet Colony and Black Sand Beach. Travel comfortably with your own personal driver guide , enjoy uninterrupted coastal views and observe one of the New Zealand’s most impressive seabed colonies in their natural habitat.

This relaxed flexible experience is ideal for travellers seeking privacy nature and premium services away from crowds and shared group tours.

NZ Transport Agency licensed and Auckland Airport approved. We provide fully insured private airport transfers, tours and professional driver services with experienced and courteous drivers in premium vehicles. Your journey and experience are always our priority.

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi on board

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up available from Auckland CBD Hotels, Cruise Terminal or Auckland Airport. Travel in a premium clean and comfortable vehicle with complimentary bottled New Zealand water. It’s a 3 hours trip - 45 minutes travel each way to the destination from Auckland CBD and 90 mins of exploring the coastline

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
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    Walk to the viewing platforms overlooking the gannet nesting area. Learn about their breeding cycles and enjoy panoramic ocean views. Seasonal viewing: August - March. Muriwai is one of the largest and most accessible mainland gannets colonies in the world. This makes Muriwai globally significant wildlife viewing site not just a local attraction. The birds of Muriwai are Australasian gannets - Morus Serattor

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Shine Shuttle

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Layover Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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