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Piha Beach and Waitakere Ranges Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Piha Beach and Waitakere Ranges Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Name: Piha Beach and Waitakere Ranges Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Brand: Tours4fun
Price: 121.4 USD
Availability: InStock

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Tour Code: 674850

Daily Departure

$121.40 ~~per person~~

Free Cancellation

Departure City

Auckland

End City

Auckland

Duration

5 hours

Language

English Live

Guide Type

Guided Tour

Accessibility

Not accessible

Tour Audience

Mixed International Travelers

Highlights

• Explore the Waitakere Ranges rain forest and Auckland's rugged west coast, including Piha Beach, during an afternoon tour with a guide who is knowledgeable about New Zealand flora and fauna
• From the Arataki Centre, admire sweeping views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean
• Learn about Maori history, stroll the beach, and take a nature walk through a lush rain forest while you experience Auckland's largest regional park
• Hotel pickup and drop off from centrally located Auckland hotels

Itinerary

After pickup from your centrally located hotel, depart Auckland on the drive west to the Arataki Centre - the gateway to the breathtaking Waitakere Ranges. Snap photos of traditional Maori carvings that stand sentinel as you soak up breathtaking views, from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Note: a brief stop is made at a local bakery for those who have not had lunch.

Learn about the region's history from your guide during your visit to Auckland's largest regional park, followed by a drive to the North Island’s wild coastline. Here, walk along the shores of Piha Beach and marvel at the black sand beneath your feet.

Continue to experience the awe-inspiring power of New Zealand’s nature with a short trip to a lush rain forest setting. Enjoy an easy bushwalk along a path through giant tree ferns and as you listen for the calls of local birds. Your expert guide identifies native flora and fauna before returning you to Auckland with drop-off at your hotel.

This tour operator won the Tourism Export Council 2016 Operator of the Year Award.

【Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges】(30 minutes)
Enjoy amazing views and hear about the history of the Waitakere Ranges at the first stop on this tour. The visitors centre is also home to some traditional Māori carvings and your guide will talk about them and explain their significance for the area.

【Waitakere Ranges】(45 minutes)
Enjoy a easy walk through the rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges (The walk is currently located at the Arataki Visitor Centre).

【Piha Beach】(40 minutes)
Walk along the black sand beach of Piha Beach (30 minutes) & time for afternoon tea refreshments.

【Bush and Beach】(Pass by)
Enjoy a half day tour with Bush and Beach - During the afternoon we also include a New Zealand style afternoon tea including biscuits (cookies), manuka honey and tea and coffee or juice. As well as keeping you entertained and informed our guides 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 40 years so you will be being looked after by the local experts. (Please note this information is limited due to the locations not being available to be added on this platform)

Meal

B: Excluded, L: Excluded(Complimentary afternoon tea), D: Excluded

Meeting & Transfer Info

Meeting Point

New Zealand

Auckland 1010 Corner Victoria and, Federal Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is the entrance to the SkyCity Hotel at 12.10pm. However you MUST confirm with us that you are meeting us at this point before 8am on day of travel. Please call to confirm.

End Point

New Zealand

Auckland 1010 Corner Victoria and, Federal Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

What’s Included

Includes

Visit a black sand beach

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Enjoy stunning coastal views

Inner city Auckland hotel pick up and drop off

Enjoy afternoon tea refreshments - tea, coffee, juice and cookies

Guided rainforest walk

Excludes

Gratuities

Food

Special Notes

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
Public transportation options are available nearby.
Specialized infant seats are available.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately with comfortable walking shoes.
The tour is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Although lunch is not included, the tour does stop at a local bakery if you wished to purchase some.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
This experience requires good weather. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel

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