Free cancellation
Activity Auckland, New Zealand
Urban Jungles - Hidden Nature Walks in Auckland
4 hours
Free cancellation
About this activity
Experience four short walks within Auckland's urban area, to discover amazing natural environments only 20 minutes from the city centre. Explore a rocky coastline which was once a forest and learn about Auckland's volcanic past, with the option to buy a drink or ice cream from a local cafe. Take a boardwalk through an urban rainforest to gaze up at ancient trees found only in New Zealand. Next, enjoy a different perspective from a treetops walkway, looking down on the canopy below. Lastly, follow a stream through wetlands up a valley, with your guide pointing out unique plants and other wildlife. Finish with views across to the city, and choose between returning by ferry or being dropped off by your guide.
- Explore four unique natural environments within Auckland's suburbs
- Guided walks through shorelines, rainforests, and wetlands
- Scenic views of the city from Birkenhead Wharf and optional ferry ride
- Small group experience for personalized attention and expert insights
Nature and Wildlife Tours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 9 people
- People per booking
- 1–11
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Voltours Limited
Ages: Children (2–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Hotel or port pickup & drop-off
- Included: Local guide
- Included: Bottled water
- Included: Ferry ticket (optional)
- Included: Stop for snacks or coffee
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Not included: Food & drinks
Itinerary
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Passing by
Drive over the iconic Harbour Bridge for views of the upper harbour, North Shore, and city.
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25 min
Begin your adventure at Takapuna, where you'll explore a rocky coastline which was once an ancient forest and learn about Auckland's volcanic history. You'll have the opportunity to purchase a coffee or ice cream from a local cafe while enjoying the beach.
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Smiths Bush Reserve
45 min
Take a gentle walk through a rare surviving fragment of ancient lowland rainforest, which once would have covered much of the northern part of Auckland. From the forest floor, marvel upwards at the many mature native trees and see the famous Five Sisters – a cluster of five large pūriri trees that sprouted from the fallen trunk of an ancient giant 500 years ago!
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Kauri Glen Reserve
25 min
Follow a short track to reach a treetop bridge, 18 metres up, which allows a birds-eye view of the canopy below. Listen to the birdsong, and learn about the history of kauri logging in New Zealand.
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Le Roys Bush
45 min
Follow a stream up the valley through a freshwater wetland area to reach a small waterfall, admiring species such as native nikau palms, cabbage trees, reeds, vines, and other epiphytes. Learn the Maori and European settler history of the area.
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Stop 6
5 min Admission included
Visit Birkenhead Wharf for great views across the water to the city, and choose between taking the ferry back to the city centre under the Auckland Harbour Bridge (included), or driving back over the bridge to be dropped off by your guide.
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Wait at the steps outside Daikoku Restaurant and your guide will meet you there.
End point
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Wait at the steps outside Daikoku Restaurant and your guide will meet you there.
Pickup points
- Avani Auckland Metropolis Residences
- M Social Hotel Auckland
- The Chancellor on Hobson
- TRIBE Auckland Fort Street
- SkyCity Hotel Auckland
- Crowne Plaza Auckland By IHG
- Ramada Suites By Wyndham Victoria Street West
- Travelodge Hotel Auckland Wynyard Quarter
- Adina Auckland Britomart
- QT Auckland
- Sudima Auckland City
- Radisson RED Auckland
and 35 more pickup points
For hotel pick ups, please wait outside the main entrance of your hotel and look out for the tour vehicle.
If meeting at 148 Quay Street, please wait at the steps outside Daikoku Restaurant.
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
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