Waitākere Ranges on a private Auckland walking tour with Terra & Tide
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Private Waitākere Explorer Auckland Walking Tour

Auckland

Private

Duration

6 hours

Walking

4–8 km

Difficulty

Moderate

Group size

2 – 12

Region

Auckland

From

$975 pp

The experience

Spend a day walking and exploring the rainforests, beaches and villages of the Waitākere Ranges on this private Auckland walking tour.

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to the Waitakere ranges, near Auckland, where we will enjoy a day of hiking and exploring on the many trails in this beautiful rainforest region with your expert guide who will share stories of the flora, fauna, conservation and restoration as well as the history of this area.

You will enjoy lush rainforest trails, wildlife, coastal scenery, beaches, a delicious picnic or café lunch and a visit to Titirangi village and Lopdell house gallery.

Recommended for:All fitness levels, ages 8+

Walking Difficulty: Moderate, approx. 4 – 8km, some ascents and descents (can be customised to suit the group)

Plan your Auckland walking tour

Ready to book your Auckland walking 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.

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$975 pp

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Guide with guests explaining flora and fauna, Terra & Tide Private Waitākere Explorer

Highlights

Moments you’ll remember

Your day

How the day unfolds

Essentials

  • Starts9.00am from city hotel
  • Finishes4.30pm, same place
  • Min/Max2-12
  • Group size2 – 12
  • RecommendedAll fitness levels, ages 8+

What’s included

Everything taken care of

  • Expert local guide
  • Maps
  • Champagne Picnic or café lunch

Not included

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes for hiking
  • Daypack
  • Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Raincoat (depending on forecast)

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At a glance

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