Head to one of Auckland's best kept secrets, the Waitakere Ranges. Situated only 30 minutes drive from the city centre, the Waitakere Ranges offer a beautiful rainforest setting.
It is here that you enter the Arataki Centre to learn about the famous Maori people. Have the chance to view Maori carvings. Enjoy a home prepared morning tea as you admire the spectacular views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean.
Take a short stroll through the rainforest to view magnificent Kauri trees and giant ferns. Experience the spectacular cascading waterfalls or swim beneath them.
From here you will make your way to the rugged west coast. Experience New Zealand's awesome black sand beaches as you have a chance to stroll along them.
After lunch at a beautiful coastal eatery, you will make your way back to Auckland via Mt Eden.
Travel to the heart of Auckland at the famous Queen Street.
In the afternoon your guide will show you the best that Auckland has to offer.
Tour Parnell Village, the Auckland Domain and Paratai Drive, Auckland's most exclusive address. From here you continue over the Harbour Bridge and into Westhaven Mariner. Explore the area made famous by the Americas Cup and take time to stroll around this beautiful area.
The tour ends here.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped back at your city hotel.