What to do and see in Auckland Central, North Island: The Best Outdoor Activities

If you want a fun day out with a real local tour guide we are the one to look after you.We only take small groups out and each day is never the same as the day before,we go further and fit more into the day than anyone else leaving you wanting more but also going at your pace.Our tours are for anyone who likes a little adventure, a BIG thankyou for all the wonderful feedback we really enjoy our days out with you.We would love to show you my favorite places :)

Bush and Beach help you make the most of your time in Auckland. We are leaders in sustainable tourism and offer enjoyable, innovative small group guided tours in and around Auckland. We will help you find out about Auckland city or explore the stunning rainforest and beaches of Auckland’s west coast. From Auckland we have daily tours to Hobbiton movie set, Waitomo caves, beautiful Coromandel or a range of vineyards. From hotel pick up to drop off our guides will keep you entertained and informed while our fleet of modern vehicles makes sure you are comfortable throughout your tour. With over 35 years of experience we can help make your time in New Zealand unique and unforgettable

Rainforest canyoning tours in two canyons 45 minutes drive from Auckland. The Piha Canyon - Full day, half day and night canyon options.The Blue Canyon - Full day adventure.

Whether you’re choppering over Auckland’s world-famous harbour or touching down at a beautiful location hidden from the world, Heletranz promises one of the most exciting, memorable experiences of your life. Heletranz is New Zealand’s best-known Auckland-based helicopter company. The pioneers of heli-dining at Waiheke more than 28 years ago, we offer clients discreet and dedicated service, imaginative excursions, luxurious destinations and competitive pricing. Both comfort and safety are paramount to us. Our professional pilots have a wealth of experience and work closely with the attentive concierges and travel planners to ensure we exceed expectations. Our business is all about people and we are proud to deliver exceptional customer service and discretion so that your experience is extraordinary and seamless from start to finish. We specialise in creating unique, tailored excursions where anything’s possible—whether you’re looking for a corporate event, an active adventure or a romantic escape—we have the ultimate solution. It is our commitment to quality, with a personal touch, that brings people back again and again to Heletranz.

If you get itchy feet on a coach and want to walk in the Bush and on the Beach with time to enjoy and photograph your surroundings , you like the idea of seeing Pristine Bush ,Black sand Beaches and exploring old dams and waterfalls ,having local professional photographers knowledgeable on the local history and fauna as your guides and you'd enjoy a kiwi Barbeque you'll love this tour.

Habitat Tours is a unique boutique nature focused tour company. We explore locations close to Auckland but slightly off the beaten track. Day tours from Auckland visit rainforests, stunning coastlines, black and white sandy beaches and experience New Zealand’s unique flora and wildlife (see many of New Zealand’s rare and endangered birds). Our Nature and Kiwi tour gives one of the best opportunities in the Auckland region to see kiwi, although not guaranteed we do know their habitat well and have a good success rate. Enjoy a delicious homemade picnic lunch or dinner on our full day and night tours. Small group tours (max 7) and our passionate guides ensure the best nature experience.

Black Sand Tours Wild West adventure trip is a different style of tourism. It will feel less like a tour, and more like you are exploring incredibly beautiful locations with old friends. We climb down cliffs, we swim (year round) in the surf, we walk through rivers, we slide down sand dunes, we swim through caves, we get buried up to our neck in Black Sand and then we run into lakes, rivers, oceans to wash it off. Sometimes we find seals. Sometimes we find whales. Sometimes we find dolphins. But this is absolutely not a get off the bus / take photos / get back on the bus kind of tour. You will go home muddy, wet, sandy, happy and tired. And you will learn a lot about New Zealand. Plus, our photos are spectacular - we take pictures of you and your friends exploring our locations all day, and they are freely available to you at no cost. We pick the best locations for the group, and the weather conditions of the day from the following list; Piha Beach Bethells Sand Dunes Muriwai Beach Whatipu Beach KiteKite Falls Pararaha Valley And we tailor a day that you will never forget.

Discover Amazing Auckland on an electric bike. Guided tours and rentals. As you glide effortlessly along on your electric bike, we'll show you the highlights of Auckland, all from a local's perspective. Or rent one of our amazing electric bikes to explore the city on your own. Auckland regularly ranks as one of the top 10 most liveable cities on Earth, and we want to show you why! We're local experts and guarantee a small-group experience on our tours - no more than 6 riders plus a friendly guide on our scheduled tours. We want you to get the most of your time in Auckland, so have designed our group size to ensure you're not just "one of the crowd"! Electric bikes are, without a doubt, to experience Auckland, so join us and see the best the city has to offer!

Auckland Zoo is home to the largest collection of native and exotic animals in New Zealand, set in 17 hectares of lush parkland and just minutes from central Auckland. Auckland Zoo is open every day (except Christmas Day) from 9.30am.