Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland
Drive up through the Henderson Valley for spectacular views of the Waitakere Ranges. This protected regional reseve was originally used for extracting native timber in colonial days as Auckland was being settled in the 1860’s.
See views of Karekare from the distance then visit the beautiful West Coast black sand surf beach settlement of Piha. Take photos of ‘Lion Rock’ and take a walk on spectacular North & South Piha beaches.
Next we drive down into the remote black sand beach settlement of Karekare and visit the beautiful isolated Karekare Waterfalls.
After a 50 minute drive through rain forest, taste wine and take an open menu one course lunch at Soljans Vineyard Restaurant. Established ion 1937, Soljans provide an innovative menu with a range of local fresh fish, steak, lamb, chicken, vegetarian and other dishes.
In the afternoon we visit pictureque West Brook Winery where they have a unique portfolio of varietal whites and reds which you can enjoy overlooking the vineyard.
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Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland
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What's included in Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland
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Piha Beach
Piha is a west Coast Surf beach settlement 50 km from Auckland with a population of around one thousand residents. It is isolated without public transport and is popular for surfing, nature and hiking. Considered one of the jewels in Auckland's crown it is a great day trip for people to swim surf, hike, camp or just relax on the black sand beaches and take in the stunning forest and scenery.
Soljans Estate Winery
Soljans Estate is a fifth generation Croatian family of winemakers. Taste wines from their Auckland Vineyard they and varietals from grapes grown in Hawkes bay and Marlborough. They also have an excellent award winning vineyard bistro where you will enjoy and open menu one course lunch.
West brook Wines is a very picturesque vineyard in the Ararimu Valley. Established in 1935 by the Ivecivich family you will taste Pinot Gris and Chardonnay from their Auckland estate, as well as Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough and Syrah from grapes grown on Waiheke Island.
Inclusions
- Transport
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wine-tastings
- Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Infant seats for children under seven years of age
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of two people per booking is required
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
There are three Hotel location pickup points, including M Social Hotel 196-200 Quay Street by the port for cruise ships Let us know your accomodation and we will let you know the closest pickup point for you. If bookings permit we may be able to collect you from up to 12 major hotels
Meeting / End Points
- If your hotel or accommodation is not one we collect from the standard meeting point is Sky City Hotel and Casino. This is located in the drive-through that runs between Federal Street and Victoria Street West ( 10 meters opposite the base of the sky tower)
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Ticket Redemption
• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
