Auckland & Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

Just an hour ferry ride from Downtown, Tiritiri Matangi Island is an exciting and internationally recognized conservation success story. It has been cleared of predators, planted with more than 400,000 native trees and had native wildlife re-introduced. See and hear beautiful native New Zealand birds, including 11 threatened species such as the rare takahe, for many years thought to be extinct. Other birds include brown teals, little spotted kiwis, fantails, tui and bellbirds. A guided walk with an expert is available on arrival and we can even tell you how to join a Tiritiri Matangi conservation work party for a day - now there's a fun experience!

From $51 USD per person

Auckland's massive Hauraki Gulf is home to a multitude of islands, the most visible of which is is Rangitoto Island, dominating the skyline from most vantage points in the city. After a short cruise to the island you will be met by your guide and transported to the summit passing through pohutukawa forest, lava trails and fern glens. After a short climb via a boardwalk you reach the top from where you will be treated to panoramic views of Auckland City and The Gulf. Travel back around the west coast side of the island through lush bush and fern glens.

From $39 USD per person

Just 35 minutes by ferry from downtown Auckland is the laid-back atmosphere of Waiheke Island, a magnet for artists and visitors. On this tour you will visit three of Waiheke Island's award winning vineyards, Stonyridge, Mudbrick and Onetangi Rd. Join your tour guide at Waiheke and enjoy a short scenic tour of the island en-route to the first vineyard visit. In addition to your tour and tasting, you will also be provided with a light lunch in a wonderful vineyard setting. A stop at Rangihoua estate introduces you to Waiheke's olive growing industry.

From $76 USD per person

The Otara Shopping Market is a unique marketplace, a riot of color and noise. Auckland has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world, and at Otara you will see Samoans, Tongans, Cook Islanders, Fijians, Niueans, Maori and other Polynesian, Melanesian and Asian peoples working together. A wide range of wares are offered including New Zealand & Pacific Island ethnic art effects. Great fun, a great atmosphere, and yes maybe some shopping too! If you select this option it will be incorporated into your Urban Maori Experience tour - open Saturdays only.

This is the largest, most remote, and most pristine island location in the Hauraki Gulf Maritime Park. Renowned for its rugged beauty, walks on this island are amongst the best in New Zealand. There are nearly 100 miles of well-maintained tracks offering spectacular sightseeing amid canyons, valleys, native forest, mountains and coastline. An abundance of native bird life and beautiful gold sand beaches complete the picture of this remote paradise island. Access is by ferry (3.5 hours) or by flight, and if you select this option we will be suggesting a minimum stay of two days on the island.

This is a wonderful opportunity to see whales & dolphins up close. On over 90% of excursions dolphins are found and on 75% of trips you have the bonus of seeing whales as well. The staff on this five hour excursion explain the geography and history of Auckland's Hauraki Gulf, one of the most biologically and geographically diverse marine parks in the world - so there's plenty to learn about. With six years of continued scientific study behind them the crew know the Hauraki Gulf and the sea life of the area extremely well. Your luxury 65ft, high speed catamaran is designed specifically for the sea conditions of this unique area.

From $119 USD per person