Tāwharanui on the private Matakana Explorer day tour with Terra & Tide
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Matakana Explorer Day Tours

Matakana · Auckland

Private

Duration

All day

Walking

Minimal

Difficulty

Easy

Group size

2 – 12

Region

Matakana

From

$975 pp

The experience

Join us for an unforgettable private Matakana day tour.

Discover a region of mouthwatering cuisine, spectacular walking and world-class art.

Whether you’re marveling at world-class sculptures while enjoying a winery lunch at Brick Bay Sculpture Park or exploring the breathtaking trails of Tawharanui Regional Park and the Mangawhai Coastal Walkway, you’re sure to be enchanted by the Matakana Coast.

Tour Finish: 4.00pm Matakana
Drop offs:

Group Size: 2-12
Operating: in all weather, every day except Dec 25, 26, 31 & Jan 1
Language:English (with others available on request)
Recommended for: suitable for all ages and fitness levels

Good to know

  • Pick ups:8:30am Auckland CBD

Plan your Matakana Explorer day tour

Ready to book your Matakana Explorer day tour? Choose your date and guests in the booking panel on this page, browse all our Auckland tours, check the Auckland FAQ, or contact us and we will tailor the day to you. Not sure which experience suits your group? Our Waiheke Island team is happy to help.

Terra & Tide Private Matakana Explorer

Private from

$975 pp

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Secure checkout via Rezdy · 2026–27 retail rates incl. GST · Children (to 14) 75%

Village Unity Collection, Terra & Tide Private Matakana Explorer

Possible inclusions

Moments you’ll remember

  • Exploring Tawharanui Regional Park
  • The Mangawhai coastal trail and village
  • The art & artisan delights of Matakana village – chocolatier, galleries, Brick Bay Sculpture Park & Sawmill Brewery

Your day

How the day unfolds

Essentials

  • Pickups9:00am Te Arai · 9:30am Matakana
  • Drop-offs4:00pm Matakana · 4:30am Te Arai · 5:00am Auckland CBD
  • Tour Start9:30am Matakana
  • Group size2 – 12
  • RecommendedAll fitness levels, suitable for all ages

What’s included

Everything taken care of

  • Expert local guide
  • Pick up from your accommodation
  • All entry fees
  • Picnic or cafe lunch
  • Travel in luxury Mercedes vans

Not included

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Daypack
  • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
  • Raincoat (depending on forecast)
  • Water

Vineyard lunch add-on from $75 pp

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At a glance

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