Coast and Rainforest Eco-Tour from Auckland with Lunch

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)

*GOOD 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 unable to visit a waterfall at present due to track & road closures from cyclone in 2023.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges, 300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu, Piha, Auckland 0604 New Zealand

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 minutes

Stop At: Mercer Bay Loop, Log Race Road, Piha, Auckland 0772 New Zealand

After lunch, hike the clifftop tracks with stunning views along the coast and out across the Tasman Sea.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piha Beach, Piha, Auckland New Zealand

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: 1 hour

Stop At: Waitakere Ranges, Piha 0772, New Zealand

Enjoy a rainforest walk in the Waitakere Ranges

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Good level of fitness required."
"Please note: tour includes a minimum of 3x 1 hour short hikes, including stairs"
"Not recommended for travelers who find stairs challenging"
"Not recommended for travelers with any kind of mobility issues"
"Not recommended for young children"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 10:00 AM
Duração: 7 Hours
Ponto de partida: SkyCity Auckland, Corner Victoria and, Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
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

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Local guide
• Light refreshments
• Picnic lunch
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Não Incluído

• Gratuities

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