Private Tour of Auckland's West Coast - On the edge of wilderness Discount Tickets

Overview

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.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Tea and coffee

Bottled water

Explore Karekare Falls, a beautiful 30-metre waterfall hidden within the lush ancient rainforest.

Visit Arataki Visitor Centre - A chance to enjoy the panoramic views and explore the visitor centre.

Time to walk the iconic Piha black sand beach

Booster seat

Private transportation

Scenic photo stops - Panoramic views across the Waitākere Ranges and Piha’s dramatic coastline.

Exclusion

Airport pick ups or drop-offs are not included in this tour.

Personal expenses — Any purchases made during the tour are not included.

Gratuities

Meals

Cancellation Policy

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

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.