7 hours
Description
Volcanic beaches, native rain forest, and vineyards abound on this full-day tour of West Auckland. Begin with a wine tasting in Henderson Valley, then continue to the Waitakere Ranges, where more than 40,000 acres (16,000 hectares) of coastline and forest await you. Get elevated views of the reserve from the Arataki visitor center, explore the black-sand beaches of Piha and Karekare, and get close to the Karekare waterfalls. Then, enjoy an included lunch before finishing your tour with more wine tastings.
Highlights
- Full-day tour of West Auckland, led by a guide
- Visit the Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s rugged west coast
- Take in rain forest views from the Arataki visitor center and visit the Karekare waterfalls
- Explore the vast, black-sand beaches of Piha and Karekare
- Savor an included lunch served with tea or coffee at a local cafe
- Sample New Zealand wine at Babich Wines, West Brook Wines and Kumeu River Wines