German/English speaking
Magnificent views of the Coromandel Peninsula and the islands of the inner gulf
Leaving the City of Sails we explore Auckland like the locals do without having to fight the crowds, and discover under-the-radar beaches and walks where you can expect few or no people and a tranquil ambiance.
Reaching the Regional Park South of Auckland, we walk (1-2 hrs) on coastal farmland located on the pohutukawa-fringed Whakakaiwhara Peninsula which offers spectacular 360 degree views of the Hauraki Gulf. Try putting names to the islands you see Rangitoto, Waiheke, Motutapu, Pakihi, Rotoroa. . . Coromandel Peninsula.
From sleepy Maraetai the shoreline stretches for several kilometres of splendid unspoilt coastal scenery along the narrow Coast Road until it reaches Umupuia, where we find a Maori cemetary and marae - the meeting place of the Ngai Tai people.
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Pickup included
- Leaving the City of Sails we will travel south to the Pohutukawa Coast (about 50 minutes) while passing diverse suburbs of Auckland before heading towards the rural outskirts (you will get an impression of Auckland's diversity) - Enjoy the wonderful nature on a walk (about 90 minutes) - Stop for a picnic snack/coffee at Maraetai Beach - Back in the City of Sails at 12:30 pm
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
as agreed
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • Tour runs in all weather conditions (outdoor clothing for the day's weather conditions) • Minimum of 2 people