Auckland Guided Wilderness Walk
Summary
Discover wild and windswept black sand beaches, untouched rainforests that are home to unique wildlife and ancient Kauri trees, dramatic waterfalls, mountain-fed streams and some of the most breathtaking views you will ever see.
Tour info
Duration
8 hours
Group Size
15
Pricing (From)
Adult:
(12-99 years)
$275.00
Child:
(4-11 years)
$137.50
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Explore walking trails that are off the beaten tourist trail and feel the real essence of New Zealand. Keep away from the masses and try these multi award-winning tours in small groups. Walk on some of New Zealand’s most spectacular walking tracks, away from the crowds and into the timeless Waitakere Ranges subtropical rainforest. Immerse yourself in the fresh scents and pure sounds of the ocean and the bush. Get up close to some of NZ’s unique indigenous flora and fauna. View soaring cliffs, roaring surf and spectacular volcanic black sand beaches.
Briefly stop by the Arataki Visitor Centre on your way to the West Coast, where (in good weather) you can see breath-taking views across part of the Waitakere Ranges, Auckland city and the huge expanse of the Manukau Harbour. Continue to the West Coast itself and walk through native forest with many indigenous plants including New Zealand’s national icon, the Silver Fern. Discover how Maori used many native plants and discover which plants were the most useful.
Explore New Zealand’s native Christmas trees (Pohutukawa) and Kauri, the largest of which are the second largest trees in the world. Enjoy breath-taking views of the Tasman sea, which separates New Zealand and Australia. Look out for native flora and fauna, which your guide can explain to you.
Walk on one of our most beautiful black sand beaches. Explore a stunning waterfall along the way, depending on how far you are able to walk. Feel free to take a swim under a waterfall during your guided wilderness walk. If you are interested in this option, please let your guide know at the beginning of the tour, so this can be incorporated into the day’s plans.
Return to your Auckland accommodation having spent a day in spectacular nature, exploring a truly magical part of New Zealand.
What’s included?
-
• Fully guided service in Mercedes luxury vehicle. -
• Pick-up/drop-off within Auckland’s Downtown area including Cruise wharf terminal (for airport transfer please refer to our private tours). -
• Complimentary snacks, water and lunch. -
• 2-15 passengers shared, small group tour basis. -
• All tours support local eco-cultural initiatives. -
• n/a
About operator:
TIME Unlimited Tours (TIME = “To Integrate Maori Experiences”) is one of New Zealand’s most iconic tour operators and one of the country’s most-awarded tourism businesses. Founders & Directors Neill and Ceillhe Sperath as well as their growing team take their manuhiri (guests) on a wonderful journey through Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and throughout Aotearoa (New Zealand). Their highly-personal small group and private tours in various top-end Mercedes vehicles and highly-qualified guides showcase their stunning home that is New Zealand.
Auckland Tours comprise their Auckland City & West Coast Luxury Tour, Auckland Highlights Tour, Auckland West Coast Tour, Auckland Maori Tour and Guided Wilderness Walks, allowing their guests to discover the most spectacular spots in and around Auckland as New Zealand’s largest and most vibrant city.
Private Luxury Tours explore both the Auckland region’s many highlights as well as world-famous destinations and many hidden gems including Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua, Taupo, The Bay of Islands, The Coromandel and many other wonderful locations throughout New Zealand. These can be One-Day, One-Way and Multi-Day Tours, all of which can be adjusted to their guests’ specific wishes.
TIME Unlimited Tours’ extensive and varied range of luxury tours has been developed since they founded their unique company 15 years ago. In 2015, while celebrating the company’s 10th anniversary, they launched their new brand identity, incorporating a logo which continues to symbolize their deep connection to Maori culture. The new brand message “OUR NEW ZEALAND à YOUR WAY” highlights the emphasis of placing their guests’ requirements at the center of everything they do.
TIME Unlimited Tours leads the way in Ecotourism and is highly aware of its responsibilities in the tourism sector, following strict environmental policies and supporting many biodiversity & cultural initiatives. For its commitment and outstanding services, TIME Unlimited Tours has so far won 3 Global Tourism Awards including the National Geographic World Legacy Award, as well as many national awards. They are also Qualmark Gold certified. This acknowledges their excellence over many years in providing the very best luxury touring in Auckland and throughout New Zealand.
