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Auckland West Coast Rainforest and Beach Tour

By Welcome Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$985 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Escape Auckland for a full-day private ride to the city’s wild west coast, home to rainforests, waterfalls, and dramatic black-sand beaches. Start at Arataki Visitor Centre in the Waitākere Ranges, enjoying forested valley views and learning about Māori legends and native flora. Continue to Karekare Falls & Rainforest Walk, a serene cascade accessed via an easy trail through nikau palms and tree ferns, then visit Karekare Beach, where striking black sands and sculpted dunes create a cinematic setting. Next, explore Piha Beach & Lion Rock, an iconic surf spot with the volcanic monolith rising from the shore, plus time for a local café stop. Conclude at Te Waha Point or Mercer Bay Loop, dramatic lookouts offering endless coastal vistas. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking fresh air and scenic escapes from urban Auckland.

Activity location

  • Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
    • 300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu
    • 0604, Piha, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
    • 300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu
    • 0604, Piha, New Zealand

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Auckland West Coast Rainforest and Beach Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$984.55 x 1 AdultAU$984.55
Total
Price is AU$984.55
Until Sun, 15 Mar

What's included, what's not

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    Fuel and Tolls
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Water
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    WiFi on board
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    Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
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    Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
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    All taxes and handling charges
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    Meals and drinks
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    Tips and Service charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable saloon will be assigned to your group
  • . For 4-5 people: An minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 6-8 people: A spacious van will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

Activity itinerary

Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges

  • 1h
Arataki Visitor Centre (Waitākere Ranges). Gateway to the Waitākere Ranges with panoramic views, Māori carvings, and forest exhibits.

Karekare Falls

  • 1h
Karekare Falls & Rainforest Walk. A short scenic trail through native bush leads to a beautiful waterfall tucked into the forest.

Karekare Beach

  • 2h
Karekare Beach. A wild, cinematic beach framed by cliffs and dunes—famously featured in The Piano.

Piha Beach

  • 2h
Piha Beach & Lion Rock. Iconic black-sand beach with great photo ops, surf culture, and a dramatic volcanic outcrop.

Te Waha Point Lookout

  • 1h
Te Waha Point or Mercer Bay Loop. Pause at high coastal cliffs with sweeping views over the Tasman Sea and lush green valleys.

Location

Activity location

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    Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
    • 300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu
    • 0604, Piha, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
    • 300 Scenic Drive, Nihotupu
    • 0604, Piha, New Zealand

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