Coast and Rainforest Eco-Tour from Auckland with Picnic Lunch Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Piha, Waitakere, Auckland, 0772, New Zealand
location pin icon Waitakere
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Overview

This full day tour is for lovers of nature and hiking, your experienced local nature guide will take you to a range of rainforest, beach and clifftop hikes. The black sand beaches and rainforest of West Auckland are unique in New Zealand and this tour is a great way to experience the best it has to offer. (3 x 1hr short hikes) *HIGH LEVEL OF FITNESS REQUIRED. This tour is not suitable for people with any kind of mobility issues. The hikes involve stairs and gradient changes. please note areas visited will differ depending on weather & fitness levels of the clients on the day. *We are no longer unable to visit a waterfall due to track & road closures from cyclone damage.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is SkyCity Hotel entrance. If you are meeting here this will need to be confirmed with us. Please call to confirm at least 24 hours prior - 0800 423 224

Pickup Information

Departure Point: Tour departs from selected Auckland hotels, if your hotel is not in the list above please advise of Hotel name upon booking. Pick up time must be reconfirmed with Bush and Beach if you have not already contacted us. Pick ups are before the tour start time. Return point: Returns to original departure point

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
After pick up from your Auckland city centre hotel we have a short (30min) drive to the Arataki Visitor Centre – gateway to the coastal rainforest. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the rainforest back to the city and across to Auckland’s southern harbour. The visitors centre is also home to some traditional Maori carvings and your guide will talk about them and explain their significance for the area. Your eco-tour includes a guided hike in an area of original rainforest where ancient kauri trees tower over the unique trees and plants that have developed separately from the rest of the world for millions of years. Your experienced guide will explain about the local plants and animals as you walk through the forest. *This hike includes stairs
Duration: 45 mins
2. Mercer Bay Loop
After lunch, hike the clifftop tracks with stunning views along the coast and out across the Tasman Sea.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Piha Beach
During the day we go to an awe-inspiring west coast beach where you can walk along the soft black sand beach, watch the surf waves crashing in and feel the clear ocean breeze. This unique small group tour operator is a Qualmark Endorsed Visitor Activity and provides expert guided eco-tours in the greater Auckland region - a company delivering a quality product focusing on the natural and cultural heritage of the area. As well as keeping you entertained and informed, our guides will make sure you have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and make sure there are lots of photo opportunities. We have been running tours in this area for over 34 years so you will be being looked after by the local experts.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Waitakere Ranges
Enjoy a rainforest walk in the Waitakere Ranges
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Light refreshments

Local guide

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Picnic lunch

Hotel pickup and drop off

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

High level of fitness required.

Please note: tour includes a minimum of 3x 1 hour short hikes, including stairs and hills

Not recommended for travelers who find stairs challenging

Not recommended for travelers with any kind of mobility issues

Not recommended for young children

Supplied by Bush and Beach

Reviews

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Based on 287 reviews

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