Wildlife Encounters in Auckland
Dive and snorkel in marine reserves or see the gannet colony at Muriwai. Explore native forest on offshore island bird sanctuaries and spend time in the vast regional parks on the region’s fringes. Auckland’s natural landscape is treasured, protected and waiting for you to enjoy.
Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium
$36
The all new Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland’s Top Visitor Attractions! Offering a unique Southern Oceans experience with 30 exhibits, more than 80 different species and 8 new themed zones.
More info View Rates & Availability360 Discovery Cruises - Tiritiri Matangi Island
$49 to $66
Surrenber your senses to the beauty and magic of Tiritiri Matangi Island, situated in the Hauraki Gulf and only a 75 minute trip from Auckland via Gulf Harbour.
More infoGlenfern Sanctuary
$40
Glenfern Sanctuary is part of the 240 ha Kotuku Peninsula Sanctuary which is managed to sustain-ably support native species and conserve this biodiversity, while providing enjoyment for visitors to experience Great Barrier Island as it could be.
More infoConnoisseur Holidays - New Zealand Tours
$220 to $6000
Small group driver escorted tours from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island. . Guaranteed weekly departures for a minimum of 2 passengers on most tours.
Also Awesome Auckland 4 and 7 night Packages, Private Tours, Independent and Rail Tours, Air Safaris.
More infoAuckland Zoo
$25
Auckland Zoo is home to the largest collection of native and exotic animals in New Zealand, set in 17 hectares of lush parkland and just minutes from central Auckland.
More infoButterfly Creek
$18 to $23
Butterfly Creek hosts an exciting range of animals and species for the whole family to enjoy. In addition to this there is a train, playground, cafe and venue hire. We are conveniently situated 2 minutes from the airport.
More infoGoat Island Marine Discovery Centre
$10
Goat Island’s latest attraction is the perfect beginning to a day out in the reserve. State-of-the art displays and the chance to see marine creatures in our tide pool tank provide visitors with a memorable experience at Goat Island Marine Reserve.
More infoAuckland Whale & Dolphin Safari
$160
Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and travel onboard Dolphin Explorer into the expansive Hauraki Gulf. Encounter dolphins and whales in their natural environment.
More info View Rates & AvailabilityAuckland Walking Tours - Guided Wilderness Walks
$245
Global tourism award winner TIME Unlimited Tours will show you wild black sand beaches, virgin rainforest that is home to unique wildlife and towering ancient trees, dramatic waterfalls and some of the most breathtaking views you’ll ever see!
More infoAuckland CitySights Tour inc Kelly Tarlton’s Tour Underwater World
$106
Experience New Zealand’s largest city with its beautiful harbours, dormant volcanoes and the magical underwater world of Kelly Tarlton’s.
More infoAuckland Sheep Farm tours
$234 to $260
Experience real NZ including a visit to our genuine sheep farm anfd Homestead. Operated by New Zealander’s, our tour is unique to Auckland. Carbon Neutral with our tree planting. Lunch & Afternoon tea included.
More info View Rates & AvailabilityAuckland Eco-tour & Farm visit
$234 to $260
Tripadvisor’s 2011 -and- 2012 Certificate of Excellence Award winners. Unique and “all-inclusive” Eco-tour of West Auckland hosted by NZ’ers. Includes visit to our sheep farm & historic Homestead. Carbon Neutral with our tree planting project.
More info View Rates & AvailabilityAuckland Eco-tour
$234 to $260
Eco-themed tour of West Auckland. Hosted by NZ and Maori operators. See Waitakere rainforest, Gannet colony, Muriwai Beach. Come to our sheep farm and inside our historic Homestead. A Native tree is planted to offset emissions for every tour run.
More info View Rates & AvailabilityAuckland Coast & Country tour
$234 to $260
Muriwai Beach Gannet colony hosted by local operators whose family has lived in the region since 1922. Forest and Bird members. Lunch included. Native tree planted to offset carbon emissions for every tour run.
More info View Rates & AvailabilityKawau Island Experience
$25 to $500
Enjoy family fishing trips, diving, and exploration packages of Kawau Bay including the historic Mansion House and Kawau Island and surrounding Hauraki Gulf islands onboard our 28’ boat, Dolphin Endeavour. Very comfortable, stable, roomy boat.
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