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	<li>Cancellation within 24 hours of the tours departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee</li>
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	<li>Meals, other than light refreshments</li>
	<li>Additional personal expenses</li>
	<li>Travel insurance</li>
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This half-day tour lasts approximately 5 hours, including transport, guided walks, and scenic stops.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. We recommend bringing a light jacket, as the coastal weather can vary.

Yes, this tour is family-friendly, though some walking on uneven terrain is involved. Let us know if you have young children, and we&rsquo;ll tailor the experience where possible.

Yes, there will be time to explore the black sand beach and capture photos of the scenic coastline.

This tour is a great introduction to New Zealand nature and visits some stunning scenery of rainforest and Piha&rsquo;s black sand surf beach. Easy walking tracks and dramatic coastlines are only a short drive from Auckland city centre and our experienced guides and small group size means you will be well looked after.

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After being picked up at your hotel our first stop is at a visitors centre at the entrance to the largest native rainforest area around Auckland. The Arataki Visitors Centre has dramatic panoramic views across the rainforest to both of Auckland&rsquo;s harbours as well as views back to Auckland City. The visitors centre is also home to some traditional Māori carvings and your guide will talk about them and explain their significance for the area.

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Continue on to the lush native rainforest where you walk the easy tracks among giant tree ferns. See and find out about the famous New Zealand silver fern, manuka and kauri trees as your guide talks about what makes New Zealand nature so unique. The guide will also talk about the original Māori uses for some of the plants in the forest.

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You then move on to experience the power of the rugged west coast where we stop at a stunning viewpoint overlooking Piha beach and the Tasman Sea before going down to the black sand beach. There you get the chance to stroll along one of the most awe-inspiring beaches New Zealand has to offer and watch the surf waves rolling in.

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During the afternoon a New Zealand style afternoon tea including biscuits (cookies), manuka honey and tea and coffee or juice is included.

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Bush and Beach

188 Quay Street - HSBC Bus Stop

Abstract Hotel

ACR Bus

Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart

Adina City Life - Queen St

Airedale Boutique Suites

Ascotia off Queen

Auckland City Hotel

Auckland Harbour Suites

Auckland Rose Park Hotel

Avani Auckland Metropolis

Choice Backpackers

City Lodge Auckland

Copthorne Auckland City

Cordis Hotel Auckland - Lower lobby

Crowne Plaza Auckland

Fable Auckland

Four Points by Sheraton

Franklin38

Gamma Hotel

Grand Central Apartments

Grand Millennium

Great Ponsonby Art Hotel

Haka House K'Rd

Haka House Turner St

Heritage Towers - Nelson St

Hilton Auckland

Holiday Inn Express City Centre

Horizon Hotel Auckland

Hotel De Brett

Hotel Grand Chancellor - Wellesley St

Hotel lndigo Auckland

Ibis Budget Auckland Central

JW Marriott Auckland

Kiwi International Hotel

LyLo Auckland

Marsden Viaduct Harbour

Mercure Auckland Queen Street

Movenpick Auckland

MSocial Auckland

Nesuto Stadium

Ohtel Auckland

Park Hyatt Auckland

Parkside Hotel Apartments

Pullman Auckland

QT Auckland

Quest Auckland (363 Queen)

Quest on Queen (62 Queen)

Quest Parnell

Ramada Auckland - Victoria St West

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel (Gorst Lane)

Rydges Auckland

Sebel Quay West

Sebel Viaduct Harbour

SkyCity Hotel Auckland

SO/ Auckland

Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour

Sudima Auckland City

Swiss Belsuites

The Chancellor on Hobson

The Grand by SkyCity

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel

The Hotel Britomart

The Parnell Hotel & Conf Centre

The Quadrant

Travelodge Hotel Auckland

voco Auckland City Centre

VR Auckland City - Hobson St

VR Queen Street

YHA Auckland International

YMCA

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li>Discover Auckland&rsquo;s coastal rainforest, rugged black sand beaches, and lush native forests</li>
	<li>Explore Waitakere Ranges Regional Park with guided walks through New Zealand&rsquo;s unique flora and fauna</li>
	<li>Take in stunning views from lookouts over the Tasman Sea and Auckland&rsquo;s west coast</li>
	<li>Visit a towering kauri tree and learn about conservation efforts to protect New Zealand&rsquo;s forests</li>
	<li>Enjoy a small-group tour for an intimate and personalised experience with a knowledgeable local guide</li>
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	<li>Child price apply to&nbsp;ages 2-11 years</li>
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