Muriwai Beach and Gannet Colony Eco Tour from Auckland
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Muriwai Beach extends 60KM & it’s famous for its sparkling black sand, Surfing paradise, The Gannet Colony.
Tour starts with picking you up from Auckland CBD; then you’ll enjoy a one-hour scenic drive through the Waitakere Ranges, Kumeu Wine trail and Strawberry farms. With a stop for a scenic lookout over Muriwai Beach, Motutara Island & The Gannet Colony.
Firstly we will have a few stops at different lookouts over the Gannet Colony to a closer look at the Gannets (easy hikes). Then we will have another stop by the beautiful cove just at the beginning of the beach.
(The Gannets nesting season is from August until March, you might find some off season too but it’s not 100% guaranteed)
You will be able to spend about one hour on the beach for a swim or just relax and enjoy the stunning views. After that, we go for some wine tasting at one of Kumeu’s oldest wineries where you will get a chance to see the beautiful vines and capture some amazing photos.
Location
What you need to know
- Pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland.
- Private tour with a maximum of 20 guests for a more personalised experience.
- Travel in comfort aboard our premium Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
- Free Wi-Fi on board.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch during the experience.
- Friendly, professional, and knowledgeable local guides
- Complimentary bottled water and light refreshments are provided throughout the tour.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Gratuities for guides (optional).
- Any optional activities or extras not mentioned in the tour description.
- This Tour starts at 09:00 am.
- Please note that the exact pick-up time & location details will be advised to you the day prior to the tour.
- Please allow approximately 6 hours for this tour
- This experience includes pick-up & drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland.
- This experience includes pick-up & drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland.
- Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear for the tour.
- We recommend bringing warm clothing or a jacket during the winter season, from the beginning of June to the end of September.
- Bring a camera to capture the memorable scenery and highlights throughout the tour.
- A minimum of 2 guests is required to make this booking
- Child rates apply (3-12yrs)
- Infants under 3 years (0-2yrs) travel free
- Car seats available to hire for infants under 3 years (additional cost), or you are welcome to bring your own child seats
- The Gannets nesting season is from August until March, it is not guaranteed that you will see gannets in the off-season
- Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
- In the event, you have purchased a Private tour and subsequently wish to cancel it, Auckland & Beyond Tours may refund your booking at its sole discretion, in which event you will be charged a cancellation fee as follows: a. 7 – 10 days prior to the date of the tour – 25% of your ticket plus any booking fees and charges. b. 4 – 6 days prior to the date of the tour – 50% of your ticket plus any booking fees and charges. c. 72 hours or less will be charged 100% of the ticket.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking; however, it is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control.
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
