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Private Tour of Auckland's Gannet Colony - Above the black sand
Activity Duration (4 to 8 hours)
Moderate
Hosted in English
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- Discover one of New Zealand's most spectacular seasonal wildlife experiences on this private half-day journey to Auckland's Gannet Colony.
- From September to March, thousands of Australasian gannets return to Auckland's rugged west coast to breed, creating one of the country's most impressive wildlife spectacles.
- Travel through the Waitākere Ranges, stopping at Arataki Visitor Centre for panoramic views before continuing to Muriwai Beach & the nearby clifftop viewing platforms overlooking the colony. Watch thousands of gannets nesting, raising their young and soaring on the powerful Tasman Sea winds while learning about their fascinating breeding cycle.
- From returning adults and nest building in September to fluffy chicks, growing juveniles and fledglings taking their first flights, every stage of the season offers something unique. With dramatic black-sand beaches, rugged coastline and extraordinary wildlife, this private tour showcases Auckland's wild west coast at its very best.
At a Glance
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Live Guide: English
What you'll do
Discover one of New Zealand's most spectacular seasonal wildlife experiences on this private half-day journey to Auckland's Gannet Colony.
From September to March, thousands of Australasian gannets return to Auckland's rugged west coast to breed, creating one of the country's most impressive wildlife spectacles.
Travel through the Waitākere Ranges, stopping at Arataki Visitor Centre for panoramic views before continuing to Muriwai Beach & the nearby clifftop viewing platforms overlooking the colony. Watch thousands of gannets nesting, raising their young and soaring on the powerful Tasman Sea winds while learning about their fascinating breeding cycle.
From returning adults and nest building in September to fluffy chicks, growing juveniles and fledglings taking their first flights, every stage of the season offers something unique. With dramatic black-sand beaches, rugged coastline and extraordinary wildlife, this private tour showcases Auckland's wild west coast at its very best.
From September to March, thousands of Australasian gannets return to Auckland's rugged west coast to breed, creating one of the country's most impressive wildlife spectacles.
Travel through the Waitākere Ranges, stopping at Arataki Visitor Centre for panoramic views before continuing to Muriwai Beach & the nearby clifftop viewing platforms overlooking the colony. Watch thousands of gannets nesting, raising their young and soaring on the powerful Tasman Sea winds while learning about their fascinating breeding cycle.
From returning adults and nest building in September to fluffy chicks, growing juveniles and fledglings taking their first flights, every stage of the season offers something unique. With dramatic black-sand beaches, rugged coastline and extraordinary wildlife, this private tour showcases Auckland's wild west coast at its very best.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Please let us know if you are travelling with children under 7 years of age so we can provide a suitable safety seat. We will need the age, height and weight of each child under 7.
- Travellers must be able to safely enter and exit a standard vehicle without assistance.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Your Kiwi Tour
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Host since 2018
Founded by passionate local guide Louise, Your Kiwi Tour offers private, small-group experiences that showcase the real Auckland, from volcanic landscapes and it's vibrant city to the rugged west coast beaches and boutique wine country. With a relaxed, personal approach and plenty of local insight, every tour is an opportunity to go beyond the guidebooks, discover hidden gems and experience New Zealand through the eyes of someone who loves calling it home.
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