Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Start with a pickup from your Auckland hotel, then relax during the drive to your first destination, the Arataki Visitor Centre, the gateway to the Waitakere Ranges. Here, see traditional Maori carvings and get great photo ops of the rainforest, Tasman Sea, and Pacific Ocean. Then hear from your guide about the region’s history and ecosystem as you head to Auckland’s wild west coast. Enjoy time to walk along Piha Beach and check out its distinctive black sand.

Continue to a lush rain forest for a leisurely nature walk that passes giant tree ferns where a variety of birds live. Your guide points out native flora and fauna along the way.

Your tour ends with hotel drop-off back in Auckland.

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

• Learn all about the plants, animals, and ecosystems of the North Island
• Discover the natural beauty of New Zealand right on Auckland’s doorstep
• Hassle-free: enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off at your Auckland hotel

Spend an afternoon visiting top natural attractions, including Piha Beach and Waitakere Ranges rain forest on an afternoon tour from Auckland. Stop at the Arataki Visitor Centre for views that stretch from the Pacific Ocean to the Tasman Sea, and hear commentary from your guide about Maori history and New Zealand’s wildlife. This guided tour showcases the great outdoors just outside of Auckland.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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. Cash is required
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Minimum TWO adults required for this tour to run.
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 18 travelers