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“There are jump scares, kids be warned and a section that is a tight squeeze not good if u are claustraphobic.”
Auckland’s Wētā Workshop Unleashed is a 90-minute, hands-on guided tour of practical effects, props, and film worlds for $38.
“We took part in the tour today, and had your guide Adam. The tour is incredible if you're a film buff, and the guide was informative and funny. Definitely not one to miss!”
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.
“Jacob was amazing and really helped me as someone who has never surf in my life. He explained very well & gave great assistance. I had an amazing time.”
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.
“Absolutely 10/10 recommend this company. We started off as a group of 9 inquiring about private group lessons, and I amended the booking 3 times, as our group kept increasing- 9, 12 and finally 14 gals. Each time our booking changed, coRead more”
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.
