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Private Auckland West Coast Tour Piha Beach and Karekare Falls

5.0 (123 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Auckland West Coast Tour Piha Beach and Karekare Falls

About this activity

This is the best way to experience the highlights of Auckland’s West Coast.

Enjoy a private tour with no need to rush — the itinerary is always tailored to your pace and interests.

We will visit Arataki Visitor center, Karekare Falls, Mercer bay loop

and Piha beach

We are happy to add destinations or adjust the schedule based on what you’d like to see.

Minimum required for this tour is 2 people

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At a glance

Duration
4–5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–7
Guide
Korean, English
Operated by
Oh!HAPPYTour

Ages: Children (1–10 years) · Youth (11–19 years) · Adults (20–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: WiFi on board
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Snacks
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Inner city Auckland hotel pick up and drop off

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    30 min

    the Arataki Visitor Centre is a warm and welcoming gateway to the natural wonders of Auckland's western region. Serving as both an educational hub and a starting point for outdoor enthusiasts, the Centre plays an important role in connecting visitors with the area's pristine beauty and rich cultural heritage.

  2. Karekare Falls

    30 min

    Karekare Falls are located in the western part of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park, near the village of Karekare—famously known as a filming location for The Piano. With its stunning surroundings and easy accessibility, this waterfall is considered one of New Zealand’s must-see natural attractions.

  3. Stop 3

    30 min

    The Mercer Bay Loop Track starts high up above Piha and takes you to Te Ahua headland, the site of an important Māori pā (fortified village), with great views up and down the west coast.

  4. Piha Beach

    30 min

    Piha is one of Auckland's most famous west coast black sand beaches. Part of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park, Piha is a popular spot for swimmers and surfers.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
  • Quest Mount Eden
  • Camberley Court Motel
  • Best Western Newmarket Inn & Suites
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland Albert Street
  • TRIBE Auckland Fort Street
  • QT Auckland
  • Sudima Auckland City
  • Park Hyatt Auckland
  • Auckland Harbour Suites
  • Tudor Court Motor Lodge
  • Horizon By SkyCity

and 95 more pickup points

please let us know where you stay We can pick you up anywhere you want in Auckland CBD

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 too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 123 reviews
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