AUCKLAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 14 half-day tours most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.
Half-day Auckland small-group tour with Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden summit views, North Shore photo stops, Ponsonby, and Mission Bay beaches.
Most Popular“Great overview of the city with lots of information. If you have a half day and want to get a feel of the city-this is it. Timing is spot on.”
Luxury catamaran eco cruise from Auckland to Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for dolphins, orcas and whales, with conservation science.
“Emily, Sanaa, John and Joseph were absolutely amazing!! Such positive energy and you can truly tell how much the ocean and marine animals mean to them. Their passion and smiles were contagious. I certainly couldn't have asked for better guides and experts. It is so great to know that they are attempting to run the…”
Auckland in four hours with a local English guide. Harbour Bridge, Ponsonby, K Road and Mt Eden photo stops for $44.
“Lovely tour, didn’t feel too long and didn’t feel too short. Makes seeing a lot of great sites easy despite not having a car for my visit. Your guide was very kind and knowledgeable, answering so pretty left of field questions easily. Quite funny too! The driver, Liam, was great to talk too, and a…”
Small-group Auckland tour with pickup and 360° volcano views. Devonport, North Head tunnels, One Tree Hill, Ponsonby and more in 4 hours.
“Great tour! Very informative and covered lots of locations in a short amount of time. Our tour guide, Mike, was knowledgeable with a good sense of humor.”
A 3-hour small-group Auckland city tour with Harbour Bridge views, Ponsonby streets, Devonport beaches, and Mount Victoria panoramas.
“The driver was very good. He knew where everything was and was very knowledgeable about everything. The tour was great!!!”
Hike Auckland’s craters with a guide on a small-group half-day tour. See Hauraki Gulf views, Maori stories, and Mt Eden panoramas.
“Walking not too difficult. Knowledgeable driver/guide was friendly. Bring a jacket as the weather can change in the different areas”
Half-day small-group Auckland tour with 360-degree extinct-volcano views, Devonport, North Head tunnels, and the Winter Gardens fernery.
“Dave was a great driver / host. Great dialogue with the participants and imparted his knowledge in a friendly and engaging manner. Sadly it was a misty day so some of the views were restricted but his descriptions enhanced what we were able to see. Mini coach was comfortable and umbrellas available when the drizzle…”
Half-day Auckland Volcanoes tour with private pickup and crater walks at Mt Eden, One Tree Hill, Mangere Mountain and Mt Wellington.
“This was such an interesting tour. Michael was so knowledgeable about Auckland, its history and the different volcanoes that we visited. We learned alot about Auckland, the Maori people and their struggles with the British. I highly recommend this tour as it is informative but also a way to see and learn about the city!”
A 3-hour Auckland highlights tour with hotel pickup: Achilles Point, Mount Eden views, Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay, and the harbor bridge.
“The tour was very relaxing. The guide was informative and very pleasant.”
Half-day Auckland city highlights with hotel pickup. See Sky Tower, Harbour Bridge, Tamaki Drive and Mount Eden views with coffee.
“It was good to have a recorder to listen to while pulling up to the various stops. The driver was engaged but took alot of personal calls while on the trip.”
Half-day Auckland volcano hike with crater views of Mt Eden, One Tree Hill, Mangere Mountain, and Mt Wellington plus Maori and geology stories.
Private half-day Auckland west coast tour from Arataki Visitor Centre to Piha Beach, with black-sand views, Lion Rock stories, and pickup.
“This was an incredible tour of the areas surrounding Auckland. If you live the beauty of nature and animals, this is a great tour. So peaceful watching the gannets fly and best. Our tour guide, Louse, was personable, informative, accommodating, and fun!”
Paddle from Auckland to Motukorea Island, climb an extinct volcanic summit, and enjoy small-group guidance, snacks, and big Gulf views.
“couldn't improve it. it was amazing”
Ride a premium e-bike through Auckland’s waterfront, parks, and stream paths for 3.5 hours of scenic suburb cycling.
“I didn’t enjoy my e-bike had problems with the gears and also found that the motor wasn’t given a lot of support. The tour itself I found a bit boring, there was not much to see really.”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
