AUCKLAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 7 workshops most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.
Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland turns film magic into hands-on practical effects, guided by creators in about 90 minutes.
Most Popular“It’s so great to be able to go into a place and see how things actually work and how something so small in life can be made into such a massive thing in movies. We enjoyed every minute of our time at Wetta”
Auckland’s Wētā Workshop Unleashed is a 90-minute, hands-on guided tour of practical effects, props, and film worlds for $38.
“Weta workshops unleashed is a must visit. An amazing glimpse into how films are made special effects, robotics, makeup, sword making. Set building I could go on. Fantastic for school holidays. Great for kids and adults. Do yourself a favour and go to this one!”
Learn to surf at Te Arai Beach with a small-group 2-hour lesson, included gear, and focused coaching on your popup and timing.
“We booked four days of private lessons with Maya and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. She handled different levels with ease — from beginner to intermediate — and was wonderful with our 7-year-old daughter who was just starting. Thanks to her great advice and sharp eye, we all got up and caught waves.…”
Auckland intro surf lesson at Muriwai Beach. 2 hours with small group coaching, wetsuit and board included for beginners.
“It’s like riding a bicycle. People can only show you how. You need to figure it out”
Beginner surf lesson at Te Arai/Omaha Beach with tide-timed coaching, wetsuits and boards included, plus photos to keep.
“Clean and great beach for beginners. Locke was exceptionally patient with us beginners and we'd go back to Omaha just to surf with Saltwater Eco. If you're a first-time surfer, there's no need to be afraid when you're under Locke's guidanRead more”
Private 2-hour surf lesson in Te Arai, Auckland. One-on-one coaching for beginners and improvers with gear and sunscreen included.
“Andrew was great with my 2 daughters, they loved the experience and are now keen to do regular lessons to improve on their skills!”
Learn scar-and-scrape prosthetics at Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland, mix fake blood, and create a certified effect.
“We're huge LOTR fans and hope this would be a highlight of our trip It was fun, but felt a bit rushed. Instructor was friendly and helpful. Didn't receive a certificate at the end as promised.”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
