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Full-Day Grand Auckland Volcanoes Tour: Explore Auckland's Rich Volcanic and Maori History
4.9
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Auckland
Discover Auckland’s volcanic and Maori history on a full-day tour. Explore the summits and craters of 4 volcanoes, visit a volcanic explosion crater, and explore an old military fort in Devonport.
Discover Auckland’s volcanic and Maori history on a full-day tour. Explore the summits and craters of 4 volcanoes, visit a volcanic explosion crater, and explore an old military fort in Devonport.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Achilles Point - 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.
- Mt. Wellington - 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…
- Achilles Point - 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.
- Mt. Wellington - 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.
- Mangere Mountain - 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.
- One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie) - 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.
- Mount Eden - Walk around the crater of Mt Eden. Enjoy the magnificent views of the city and the surrounding volcanoes from the summit.
- Auckland Central - Stop for lunch in Auckland City, at a location of your choosing.
- Lake Pupuke - Learn about this huge volcanic explosion crater, now a beautiful fresh-water lake.
- Takapuna Beach - Explore the old lava flows near Takapuna Beach. See an amazing variety of volcanic features, including tree moulds, lava tubes, and more along this beautiful stretch of coastline. Optional walk along Takapuna Beach, or await pickup from the cafe.
- North Head Historic Reserve - Explore the tunnels and see the guns at North Head - a British military fortress built into a volcano. This is an easy walk around the periphery of the volcano. Enjoy sights of the harbour and the city.
- Devonport - See the main town of Devonport, which is famous for its historic houses. Optional walk up to the top of Mt Victoria volcano, with amazing views of the city.
- Auckland Harbour Bridge - Be driven back over the Auckland Harbour Bridge to your hotel, or there is the option of staying in Devonport and taking the ferry back to the city.
What's Included
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
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 it’s rich Maori history on this full-day tour from Auckland. In the morning, explore the summits and craters of 4 of Auckland’s youngest volcanoes. In the afternoon, see the largest volcanic…
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 it’s rich Maori history on this full-day tour from Auckland. In the morning, explore the summits and craters of 4 of Auckland’s youngest volcanoes. In the afternoon, see the largest volcanic explosion crater in Auckland, walk along an old lava-strewn coastline, and explore an old military fort in the town of Devonport. Admire panoramic views of Auckland from many angles, and keep an eye out for native and country animals along the way. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at the cruise port near Queens Wharf, Auckland. Please note, volcanoes visited are inactive.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
148 Quay Street
Quay Street
Meet at the steps at 148 Quay St, opposite Queens Wharf.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(31 Ratings)
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Elainefacs
Oct 22, 2024
Auckland Volcanos, a great day - This full day tour is good for those who like volcanos, but also those who like scenery. You can include varying amounts of walking. I had injured my knee a few days before this tour and Mike was able to make several accomdations for me. You will see many Volcanos and Mike will explain the volcanos and their significance to the area. The scenery from the volcano's rims was magnificent. Mike is very personable, knowledgeable, and well traveled himself. Truly an enjoyable day.
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Rashed_k
May 14, 2024
Volcano tour - Lots of information and a very knowledgeable person on geology. Highly recommended tour and worth the full day.
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Ldhackett
Apr 30, 2024
A great way to experience Aukland - Mike was a great guide who shared the history of the volcanoes and Aukland. It was a great way to see so much more of what Aukland really is. It was lots of walking but definitely worth all the steps to the summit of the volcanoes to see the sights of Aukland.
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Brenda_h
Apr 11, 2024
Tour is Exactly as Advertised - The full-day Grand Auckland Volcanoes tour did not disappoint. Mike of Voltours picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel. He was very organized and knowledgeable. We visited all the places mentioned in the tour description. Sure there's lots of walking especially up and around the craters at Mangere Mountain and to the top of Mount Eden. But the views made it worthwhile. In the afternoon we were driven to the top of Mt Victoria because someone in the group couldn't do the climb. So grateful!
Besides volcanoes, we saw lots of sheep at the base of One Tree Hill, black swans near a pump station, lava rocks along the coast and a military fortress. We had an hour to get lunch in town and later stopped for ice cream near a beach. Mike often offered to take photos of us with our cameras. A nice touch.
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Oiling_y
Mar 22, 2024
Amazing trip - Mike was an amazing tour guide who
kept you interested in the history of NZ. The views of our tour were magnificent. Expect some hiking but it was all fun and good.
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Bryon_c
Feb 28, 2024
Mike was an awesome tour... - Mike was an awesome tour guide. He took time to explain everything to us, even making a little game out of it (giving us an opportunity to guess the answers). All of the stops were perfect, with amazing views. Keep in mind that this tour does require quite a bit of uphill walking and you will get a good workout! Also, I liked the fact that I was supporting a small business.
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Richard_w
Feb 6, 2024
Volcano Hikes - Mike is an excellent guide. He knows a lot about the geology of the volcanoes and the history of the Māori settling in the area. We had excellent views of the city and harbor. Be aware there is hiking up and down some of the volcanoes and wear appropriate shoes.
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Ingrid_p
Jan 15, 2024
Great tour - We saw Auckland from the various volcanoes surrounding it. Lovely views, great information. Even in the rain, the tour was lovely
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Charlotte_m
Mar 22, 2024
Opt for the half day. Good tour for novices to geology/volcanology and new to the Maori culture. - We did the full day tour but found the half day would have met our needs. We were disappointed that our guide had no geology or volcanology related experience or degree, although TripAdvisor/Viator stated "expert guide". He said he "read a book". We should have asked more details before we booked, our mistake. We found ourselves wanting something meatier. The views are stunning and we enjoyed all the historical commentary about the Maori.
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Donja_h
Feb 15, 2024
Chaotic, treats his clients differently - I spent one whole month in New Zealand and did everyday a tour. This one was the only disappointment I had. I usually don't give negative reviews but here I feel I have to. My first point is that I had to sit in the stinky back of the train. I know not everyone can sit in the front but using a vehicle where one of your clients has no view and not really fresh air crosses the line. There were many little examples like that. When it came to taking pictures of us, I was already the last one from the group and waiting in the burning sun. The guide Mike still felt it is necessary to take first pictures of foreigners than of his paying clients. So good so far. These are little things. A little awkward was also that he told me that it's interesting that in Germany they let me have my job (I'm very high qualified and have a very high position). I found it intersection that he finds that interesting (maybe because I am young and a woman?, anyways weird comment. What he will tell you about Maori culture and history is different than what Maori people will tell you. There is no judgment , just mentioning. The tour didn't end where it was supposed to be according to the description of the tour, but at the end he said: you can take the ferry to get back (I had to pay 8 dollars). Also unlike he said the ferry doesn't come every 10 minutes but every 30 minutes. In my case it had even a delay and I was waiting for an hour. Not cool. There were also other things that othered me, but I spent enough time for this review.
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