Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Full Day Tour

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View from One Tree Hill volcano — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

View of Rangitoto volcano — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic geology and explore it's rich Maori history on this full-day tour from Auckland. In the morning, explore the summits and craters of 4 of Auckland's youngest volcanoes. Take a break in the city for lunch (own cost). In the afternoon, see the largest volcanic explosion crater in Auckland, walk along an old lava-strewn coastline, enjoy an ice cream or coffee at Takapuna Beach, and explore an old military fort in an extinct volcano at Devonport. Admire panoramic views of Auckland from many angles, and learn about native plant and wildlife. Option to take the ferry back to the central city at the end of the tour to get out on Auckland's famous harbour (included), or be dropped off by your guide. Please note, volcanoes visited are inactive.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 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: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel or port pickup & drop-off
Included: Local guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Stop for lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Achilles Point

15 min Admission included

Views of the volcanic islands of the Hauraki Gulf, including Rangitoto and Motukorea. Learn about the arrival of the early Maori settlers to New Zealand. Views of the city.
Mt. Wellington

45 min Admission included

Walk to the crater near the peak of Mt Wellington, a 10,000 year old volcano. Learn about the Maori settlements on the volcanoes, and an introduction to the Auckland Volcanic Field. Option to enter the steep-sided crater.
Mangere Mountain

45 min Admission included

Walk around the craters of Mangere Mountain. Learn more about the large Maori settlement on the volcano. See views of the Manukau Harbour, and a few more volcanic features.
One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)

30 min Admission included

Enjoy views of One Tree Hill as you are given a summary of New Zealand history, focusing on the early interaction between the British and Maori. Then drive around Cornwall Park, seeing some more volcanic craters and some sheep.
Maungawhau / Mount Eden

45 min Admission included

Walk around the crater of Mt Eden. Enjoy the magnificent views of the city and the surrounding volcanoes from the summit.
Auckland Central

one hour

Stop for lunch in Auckland City, at a location of your choosing.
Lake Pupuke

15 min Admission included

Learn about this huge volcanic explosion crater, now a beautiful fresh-water lake.
Takapuna Beach

45 min Admission included

Explore the old lava flows near Takapuna Beach. See an amazing variety of volcanic features, including tree moulds, lava tubes, and more along this beautiful stretch of coastline. Optional walk along Takapuna Beach, or await pickup from the cafe.
North Head Historic Reserve

45 min Admission included

Explore the tunnels and see the guns at North Head - a British military fortress built into a volcano. This is an easy walk around the periphery of the volcano. Enjoy sights of the harbour and the city.
Devonport

Passing by

See the main town of Devonport, which is famous for its historic houses. Optional walk up to the top of Mt Victoria volcano, with amazing views of the city.
Auckland Harbour Bridge

Passing by

Be driven back over the Auckland Harbour Bridge to your hotel, or there is the option of staying in Devonport and taking the ferry back to the city.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

If a hotel pickup is not selected, please wait at the steps at 148 Quay St in front of Daikoku Restaurant and opposite the entrance to Queens Wharf, and your guide will meet with you there

We will message you the day before the tour to tell you which vehicle to look out for and the exact pickup time

End point

If a hotel pickup is not selected, please wait at the steps at 148 Quay St in front of Daikoku Restaurant and opposite the entrance to Queens Wharf, and your guide will meet with you there

We will message you the day before the tour to tell you which vehicle to look out for and the exact pickup time