Activities in Auckland Region
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TIME Unlimited
To Integrate Maori Experiences (TIME) is the motto. A hefty set of cultural, fishing, kayaking, trekking and sightseeing tours are outlined on its website, including excellent kayak-fishing excursions (day/overnight $290/590)
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Snowplanet
Snowplanet is a winter wonderland that allows every day to be a snowy one, with indoor skiing, tobogganing and snowboarding. It’s just off SH1, 8km south of Orewa.
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Hiking NZ
Runs ‘hiking safaris’ leaving from Auckland: Volcanic Plateau ($745, five days); Far North ($795, six days); and Volcanoes & Rainforest ($1550, 10 days).
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Ananda Tours
Offers a food and wine tour ($95) and a Wine Connoisseur’s Tour ($190). Small-group, informal tours can be customised, including visits to artists’ studios.
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Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland
13 hours (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
See all the highlights of the Waitomo Caves and Rotorua in one day. You'll take a guided tour of Waitomo Caves stalactites and glowworms, and see Rotorua's bubb…Not LP reviewed
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Auckland Great Day Out
9 hours (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
Ideal for a first-time Auckland visitor, this comprehensive scenic tour of Auckland will introduce you to all its must-see sights and attractions. Escorted by a…Not LP reviewed
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Auckland Hop-on Hop-off Tour
by Viator
Discover the vibrant city of Auckland with flexibility and ease on a hop-on hop-off bus across all major sites and attractions. Complete with audio commentary, …
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Sail Nz
Sail NZ heads out on genuine America’s Cup yachts (adult/child $150/110, two hours). This experienced and highly regarded outfit also offers daily Whale and Dolphin Safaris (adult/child $150/100); dolphins are spotted 90% of the time and whales 75%. Its Pride of Auckland fleet of glamorous large yachts offers tours ranging from the 90-minute Coffee Cruise (adult/child $70/37) to the full-day Sailing Adventure (adult/child $135/110).
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Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise
2 hours 30 minutes (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
Dine aboard a 50-foot (15-meter) yacht, then take an evening cruise on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour to see the twinkling city lights. It's a fantastic…Not LP reviewed
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Fullers
Runs a Wine On Waiheke Tour (adult $115, 4¾ hours, departs Auckland 1pm) that visits three of the island’s top wineries and includes a platter of nibbles. Taste Of Waiheke (adult $112, 5½ hours, departs Auckland 11am) also includes three wineries plus an olive grove and light lunch. There’s also a 1½-hour Explorer Tour of the island (adult/child $48/24, departs Auckland 10am, 11am and noon). All prices include the ferry and an all-day bus pass.
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Bay of Islands Day Tour from Auckland
12 hours (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
Tour the Bay of Islands on a full-day trip from Auckland. You'll see spectacular rural and coastal scenery en route, visit historic Waitangi, cruise from Paihia…Not LP reviewed
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Bay Of Islands Overnight Cruise
by Viator
Treat yourself on this Bay of Islands overnight cruise. Enjoy cruising the pristine tranquil waters of the Bay of Islands as you watch the sun rise and set from…Not LP reviewed
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Climb
90 minutes (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
Here's your chance to be Spiderman as you climb aboard Auckland's Harbour Bridge. In just 90 mintues you'll traverse the walkways accompanied by a local guide, …Not LP reviewed
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Sheepworld
Sheepworld, 4km north of Warkworth, offers farm experiences for city slickers (kids’ pony rides, lamb feeding) and the ubiquitous sheep and dog show, including a shearing demonstration (showtimes 11am and 2pm). The Black Sheep Café serves home-baked goods and coffee. In late September Sheepworld hosts the eccentric two-week Warkworth Scarecrow Festival.
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Ross Adventures
It’s the fervently held opinion of Ross of Ross Adventures that Waiheke offers kayaking every bit as good as the legendary Abel Tasman National Park. He should know – Ross has been offering guided kayak trips for over 20 years. Experienced sea kayakers can comfortably circumnavigate the island in four days, exploring hidden coves and sand spits inaccessible by land.
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Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Glowworm Caves One-Way Tour
5 hours (Departs Auckland, concludes in Rotorua, New Zealand)
by Viator
Explore New Zealand’s famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a one-way day trip from Auckland to Rotorua! Along the way, you’ll have morning tea in historic Rangiriri…Not LP reviewed
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Villa Maria Estate
NZ’s most awarded winery is just 4km from the airport. The parklike grounds of Villa Maria Estate are a green oasis in the encircling industrial zone. Short tours ($5) take place at 11am and 3pm. There’s a charge for tastings ($5), but lingering over wine and antipasto on the terrace sure beats hanging around the departure lounge.
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America's Cup Sailing on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour
by Viator
A unique opportunity to experience sailing an America's Cup grand prix racer. Become part of the crew and be encouraged to take the helm, exert energy on the gr…Not LP reviewed
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Cape Brett 'Hole in the Rock' Cruise departs Auckland
by Viator
Jump aboard a catamaran to Cape Brett Lighthouse and the Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island. It's the Bay of Islands' most popular cruise!Departing Auckland,…
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Seafriends
Snorkelling gear ($14), wetsuits ($16 to $18) and underwater cameras ($35) can be hired at Seafriends, 1km before Goat Island beach. You can hire a mask with a lens if you are short-sighted or a buoyant wetsuit if you are a poor swimmer. Seafriends also runs a saltwater aquarium, marine education centre and cafe.
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Auckland's Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise
4 hours 30 minutes (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
The ultimate Auckland cruise where you can experience scenic highlights of Auckland and it's surrounding islands plus it's marine mammals including dolphins and…Not LP reviewed
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Aotea Sea Kayaks
Aotea Sea Kayaks runs harbour ($50, two hours), sunset ($60, two hours), snorkelling ($90, four hours) and phosphorescent night paddles ($90). Kayaks (per day $40 to $60) and snorkelling equipment (per day $25) can be hired, as well as sea kayaks kitted out with lines and tackle for fishing (per day $80).
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360 Discovery
360 Discovery also runs ferries (Gulf Harbour, Motuihe, Tiritiri Matangi, Coromandel Town) along with the Harbour Discovery cruise (adult/child $29/15, 1½ hours), departing at 10am, noon and 2.30pm, which stops at Devonport, Rangitoto, Motuihe and Orakei Wharf (for Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter).
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Bungy Jump
40 minutes (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
Experience the adventure of Bungy in Auckland with our 40 meter Bungy Jump from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. This unforgettable 40-minute experience involves ju…
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Coast and Rainforest Walk Eco-Tour from Auckland
7 hours (Departs Auckland, New Zealand)
by Viator
This full day tour goes firstly to the Arataki Visitor Information Centre situated within Auckland's largest regional park, Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. The …
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from USD$170.64
