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

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Do you want to see New Zealand’s biggest city and its stunning rainforests in one day? With our Auckland & Rainforest tour, you can! Picking you up at your hotel in the morning, we’ll start our fascinating trip at the Winter Gardens within the Auckland Domain’s volcanic park, then we’ll head to Devonport to take some amazing pictures of the city and Rangitoto Island. In the afternoon, we’ll leave the city’s bustling atmosphere for the tranquility of New Zealand’s rainforests and beaches. At Arataki Centre we’ll stop for a packed lunch and learn about the fauna and flora of this Regional Park. After that, we’ll take an easy walk into the rainforest with giant tree ferns and pristine streams tinkling through the wilderness. You can also have the chance to see the unique Kauri trees. At the end of the day, we’ll stop at the beach of Karekare and you can see the majestic beauty of Karekare Falls!

انضم إلينا في يوم سحري على الساحل الغربي، واكتشف الشلالات المذهلة والغابات المطيرة الغامضة ثم ابحث عن كهف بعد ٣٠ دقيقة قصيرة من المشي الجبلي ولكن السهل. بعد تسلق قصير، ستكافأ بإطلالات خلابة على بحر تسمان وصخرة الأسد. ستجدد هذه الجولة نشاطك بالتأكيد بينما تختبر كيف يعيش السكان المحليون. نود أن نشارك هذا الجزء الجميل من العالم معك. تشتهر كاريكاري بجمالها الطبيعي، وهي نجمة الأفلام والتلفزيون. إنها جزء عزيز من تي واو نوي أ تيريوا، سلاسل وايتاكيري. بعد ترك الحشود خلفنا، سنغادر أوكلاند في رحلة بالسيارة لمدة ٥٠-٦٠ دقيقة إلى الساحل الغربي المتوحش. استمتع بالطبيعة الرائعة في نزهة عبر الغابات المطيرة الغامضة، واغمس قدميك في "بركة" الشلال وانبهر بجمال ووعورة الساحل الغربي المتوحش. استمتع بخليج البحار الصاخبة حيث يلتقي الجمال الجامح بالمغامرة. في انتظارك جولة خاصة وحصرية.

Escape Auckland for a full-day private ride to the city’s wild west coast, home to rainforests, waterfalls, and dramatic black-sand beaches. Start at Arataki Visitor Centre in the Waitākere Ranges, enjoying forested valley views and learning about Māori legends and native flora. Continue to Karekare Falls & Rainforest Walk, a serene cascade accessed via an easy trail through nikau palms and tree ferns, then visit Karekare Beach, where striking black sands and sculpted dunes create a cinematic setting. Next, explore Piha Beach & Lion Rock, an iconic surf spot with the volcanic monolith rising from the shore, plus time for a local café stop. Conclude at Te Waha Point or Mercer Bay Loop, dramatic lookouts offering endless coastal vistas. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking fresh air and scenic escapes from urban Auckland.

Begin your journey with a view of Auckland's volcanic landscape from Mount Eden, offering an introduction to the city's unique geography. From there, step into the historic Domain Wintergardens. Wander through century-old glasshouses featuring rare tropical plants and native New Zealand flora. Transition into the ancient coastal rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges. From Arataki Visitor Centre, gain insight into local Māori history, traditional wood carvings. Discover the secluded Karekare Falls, a dramatic cascade hidden deep within the lush canopy, where native longfin eels thrive in the freshwater pools. Conclude the day on the raw, dramatic shoreline of Karekare Beach. Known for its striking black volcanic sand and untamed surf, this iconic location offers a peaceful, unhurried space to witness the wild beauty of New Zealand’s West Coast. Because this tour is entirely private, the itinerary and walking speeds are fully adaptable to your group's personal interests and comfort.