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Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying a more personal experience.
Begin in Beach Haven, a peaceful harbour-side suburb offering a glimpse of local Auckland life. Continue to Mount Eden, an extinct volcano with panoramic views over the city, harbours, and surrounding islands.
Journey into the Waitākere Ranges with a stop at the Arataki Visitor Centre for sweeping coastal views and insights into the region. Visit the beautiful Karekare Waterfall, a short walk through native rainforest to a tranquil cascade.
Finish at Piha Beach, famous for its striking black sand, rugged coastline, and powerful Tasman Sea waves. Relax, explore, and take in one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes.
Highlights
Private, unhurried experience
Panoramic views from Mount Eden
Visit Arataki Visitor Centre
Walk to Karekare Waterfall
Explore Piha’s black sand beach
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can arrange pickup from anywhere in Auckland.
Please email or message us your preferred pickup location at your earliest convenience.
Thank you.
We will pick you up at pick up point in our tour van. We will share the vehicle details prior to the tour date.
Itinerary
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1Mount Eden
Ascend to the summit of Mount Eden, an ancient volcanic hill. Take a scenic stroll around the crater and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the city and sparkling harbors.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Located just a short walk from the iconic black sands of Karekare Beach, Karekare Falls (also known as La Trobe Falls) is one of the most picturesque and accessible waterfalls in the Waitākere Ranges. Dropping 30 meters down a moss-draped cliff into a serene opal pool, it offers a tranquil escape from the rugged energy of the Tasman Coast.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Piha Beach
Piha Beach, known for its black sand beach, rugged coastline, and lush rainforest. Spend some time soaking up the sun on the black sand beach Trip end back at pick up point - 1hr
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
Perched high on a ridge with panoramic views of the Manukau Harbour and the Tasman Sea, the Arataki Visitor Centre is the cultural and ecological heart of the Waitākere Ranges. Before you head to the black sands of Piha, this is your essential first stop to understand the "Great Forest of Tiriwā."
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Mercer Bay Loop
The Mercer Bay Loop WalkClick to open side panel for more information is widely considered one of the most spectacular coastal hikes in the Auckland region. Following the highest sea cliffs in the Waitākere Ranges, this trail provides a front-row seat to the raw power of the Tasman Sea and the rugged beauty of the west coast.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Missionbay to Phiaa Travel time -1 hr
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Cancellation Policy
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- 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.
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