Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland | La Vacanza Travel

Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland

Duration: 5 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Auckland, Auckland
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  • 5 hours
  • Auckland
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic geology and explore its rich Maori history on this half-day tour from Auckland. Explore the summits and craters of Auckland's youngest volcanoes, Mt. Wellington, Mangere Mountain, One Tree Hill, and Mt Eden, with a guide. Along the way, keep watch for native New Zealand wildlife and admire panoramic views over the city. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at the cruise port near Queens Wharf, Auckland. Please note, volcanoes visited are inactive.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Achilles Point, Cliff Road St Heliers Bay, Auckland Central, Auckland 2004 New Zealand

Views of the volcanic islands of the Hauraki Gulf, including Rangitoto and Motukorea. Learn about the arrival of the early Maori settlers to New Zealand. Views of the city.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mt. Wellington, Maungarei Memorial Drive, Mount Wellington, Auckland New Zealand

Walk to the crater near the peak of Mt Wellington, a 10,000 year old volcano. Learn about the Maori settlements on the volcanoes, and an introduction to the Auckland Volcanic Field. Option to enter the steep-sided crater.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Mangere Mountain, 17 Domain Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand

Walk around the craters of Mangere Mountain. Learn more about the large Maori settlement on the volcano. See views of the Manukau Harbour, and a few more volcanic features.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie), 670 Manukau Road Epsom, Auckland Central, Auckland 1023 New Zealand

Enjoy views of One Tree Hill as you are given a summary of New Zealand history, focusing on the early interaction between the British and Maori. Then drive around Cornwall Park, seeing some more volcanic craters and some sheep.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mount Eden, Mount Eden, North Island

Walk around the crater of Mt Eden. Enjoy the magnificent views of the city and the surrounding volcanoes from the summit.

Duration: 45 minutes

Inclusions
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Guide
  • Hiking tour
  • Transport
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Mangere Mountain
  • Entry/Admission - One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
  • Entry/Admission - Achilles Point
  • Entry/Admission - Mt. Wellington

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Note that you will be walking on moderate uphill sections, so a reasonable level of fitness is required.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please bring sunscreen, walking shoes, and wet weather gear in case the weather turns bad.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

148 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered

Airports

  • Auckland Intl Airport, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand


Ports

  • Princess Wharf Auckland, Cruise Terminal, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
  • Queens wharf, 83 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand


Departure Time

08:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

5 hours


User's Reviews

smhag

11 Apr, 2024

Mike communicated via text, was clear on where to meet, and was on time picking us up - all great starts for a tour. His commentary on the 4 craters, Māori history, as well as Auckland’s history was appreciated and interesting. Finally, we commend him on his flexibility. He very kindly dropped us off at the Auckland War Memorial Museum rather than taking us back to our pickup spot. And I’d suggest anyone who joins this tour do the same as the tour and the museum complemented each other nicely. Thx Mike!!

Cruiser11990357289

05 Apr, 2024

Our guide Mike was knowledgeable and accommodating to our pace. (We kind of slowed him down). We learned a lot about history along with volcanos. The views were awesome but be prepared for some steep slopes.

Paige_B

04 Apr, 2024

This was such a fun experience. Mike was our tour guide and he was very passionate and knowledgeable. We really got to see the whole city from the top of some of the highest volcanoes. #hoodhog

Hannah_E

20 Mar, 2024

Mike was communicative, punctual, friendly and very knowledgeable. I had no idea there were so many volcanos in Auckland! There are some amazing views particularly where the tour ended which was spectacular with an incredible 360 degree view of the city. A great option for a half day! Thanks Mike!

SvatavaK_12

19 Mar, 2024

This was an interesting and revealing experience. I have learned a lot about volcanos and Maori history. I highly appreciate our guide and travel agency owner Mike for his deep knowledge and pleasant behaviour. Our problem was quite a bad weather.

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Brilliant half day volcano tour

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Volcanic Depressions Give You a Lift

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Great tour of Auckland's volcanoes.

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Great trip with our guide Mike

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Must do tour in Auckland

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Spectacular but difficult walk

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Good First Activity When Arriving In Auckland

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Exceptional Experience

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Best tour in Auckland !

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