Auckland Nature Tour
Description
This is Small group tour. If you're a fan of flowers, trees and nature, this is a must-have. We'll take you to Auckland's most famous parks, and gardens and wetlands. This garden is a hidden gem not sold by any tour operator. Even the journey itself is breathtakingly beautiful. If you're looking to get out of the city centre and into nature, this is a must. You won't regret it.
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Itinerary
One of Auckland region's 14 Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains). At 196m tall, Maungawhau or Mount Eden is the highest volcano in Auckland. From the summit, you can enjoy spectacular views of the city and its harbours.
Cornwall Park is the largest volcanic park in Auckland. sir John Logan Campbell gifted Cornwall park to New Zealand in 1901 Lots of Aucklanders are going to this park for picnic, and BBQ. There are lots of sheeps and cows in the park. Those animals are owned by the council. With more than 350 species and 8000 trees, Cornwall park is paradise for tree lovers!
Situated in the gently rolling country of east Auckland. This is one of New Zealand's best known gardens, characterised by sweeping lawns and informal but detailed paintings by ponds and waterways. A strong but sensitive use of colour is a hallmark of Ayrlies seen best in the lurid border where 'hot' colours are used to great effect and in other areas where old roses, clematis and perennials are combined in romantic profusion. The Garden now covers some 4 hectares of rolling terrain, with large lawns, ponds and waterfalls. Now over 50 years the garden is nearing maturity. Trees and shrubs form a changing backdrop for the garden. View lines to the Hauraki Gulf and within the garden are preserved with careful arboriculture. A large Ayrlies Wetland area links the garden to the sea.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please be sure to let us know in advance if you'd like to carry your luggage in our car.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(14)
Lenna was wonderful. She was our personal guide for the day. We visited beautiful Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands and Cornwall Park with spectacular views. Would highly recommend this tour, especially if you are a gardener and hopefully get Lenna as your guide!
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A chance to see some hidden gems outside of city center while in Auckland Our guide Sean was exceptional and a delight to get to know
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The views were amazing 👏 Guide was so kind and fun It was a pleasant trip to learn about New Zealand's flora and fauna by the guide's detailed explanation It was an even more enjoyable experience to meet the flock of sheep.It's a place I want to come again next time, and I want to go somewhere else with the kind guide who was with me today
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a truly memorable experience, thanks to our guide. the itinerary could be tailored to the places / landmarks more suitable with our crowd.
Thank you for your great review. Lenna is one of our best guide. Thank you for enjoying Epic tour.
Leana provided such a wonderful and unique tour experience. This tour allows you to explore hidden gems of nature throughout Auckland. We loved this tour so much. Leana provided a very unique and individualized tour experience. We have so many photos to capture a perfect day! Thank you so much!
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Our guide was excellent - arrived on time, provided guides to the gardens we visited, knew the spots to view the highlights and drove a route that allowed us to enjoy scenes around Auckland. We were the only visitors in the morning to Arylies Garden which was an outstanding garden to visit.
We are so happy to hear that you had enjoyed the gardens. It is our hidden Gem in Auckland. Thank you for choosing Epic tour
A Thoroughly enjoyable drive through Auckland countryside and a captivating 2+ hour guided stroll through the Ayrlies native plant botanical garden and wet lands. Ask for Lenna to be your guide!!!
Thank you very much for the great review.
Ayrlie Garden and Wetlands are stunning! We also loved seeing Mt Eden and One Tree Hill parks Lenna was our charming and attentive driver. It was delightful to be taken to see these special and memorable places around Auckland We recommend this tour to visitors who like us are not driving themselves anymorre.
Thank you for wonderful review. We are happy to hear that you had wonderful time. Thank you again
The nature tour was a great way to spend the day. I got to see places I wouldn't have discovered otherwise and explore Auckland's green spaces. Sean was an excellent guide and everything was well organized. Highly recommend :)
Hello Anne. Thank you for the great review. I also enjoyed the tour with you. Hope you all the best.
What a wonderful tour! We visited four beautiful parks and had incredible views of the city. The stop at Arylies Gardens and Wetlands alone was worth the price. Sean is an outstanding guide and his knowledge of the local history and culture is first rate!
Thank you. Glad to hear you liked the garden and wetland. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you
