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A trip to Auckland would be incomplete without taking a yacht ride out into the harbor. Auckland was nicknamed the ‘City of Sails’ after it was discovered that it owned more boats and yachts than any other country in the world (on a per capita basis). Visitors can also embark on a Dolphin and Whale Safari in the Hauraki Gulf on one of the boats that regularly service the islands. Meanwhile, Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World will offer a closer look at Auckland’s majestic underwater population.

Visitors can also find an extensive network of regional parks covering some 37,000 hectares, archaeological sites, historic homesteads, marine reserves and botanic gardens less than an hour’s drive from the central business district.

Auckland is also a city of culture. Artworks are displayed at a number of galleries around the city including Auckland Art Gallery and the modern New Gallery. The Harbor side Art Trail around Birkenhead and Northcote also gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy artworks in the artist’s own studio. Visitors can also catch a live show or concert at the Aotea Centre, Bruce Mason Theatre and Sky City Theatre.

For fresh seafood, fine dining or a great night out, the Viaduct is the place to go. Lively cafes and bars can be found all along this harbor side walk, which also offers captivating views over the marina.

Auckland Highlights combined with Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour
A morning tour of Auckland's most spectacular sights combined with the afternoon Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour – a journey of contrasts. Begin with a highlights city tour of Auckland including Queen Street, Auckland's 'Golden Mile', Auckland Harbour Bridge and Mount Eden. Join the Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour in the afternoon to New Zealand's West Coast.

Discover Auckland City Tour
Welcome to the "City of Sails". This tour of Auckland will see you pass the Westhaven Marina, home to hundreds of boats and yachts. Drive up the dormant volcano of Mount Eden to enjoy magnificent views of this spectacular city and harbor. Pass parks and trendy shopping areas before completing the tour with a drive along the scenic waterfront.

Three Day Midweek Snow Getaway at Mt Ruapehu
Experience the ultimate winter midweek getaway. Your tour will depart the bustling city of Auckland and head to the picturesque snow capped Mt Ruapehu, located four hours south of Auckland in the North Island. Mt Ruapehu comes to life when the fluffy white stuff falls, opening up an adventurous wonderland for skiers and snowboarders.

Wilderness Experience Eco-Tour from Auckland
From the heart of Auckland get straight out into the real New Zealand on a guided eco-tour showcasing Auckland's dramatic scenery. Running daily to the lush rainforest in the Waitakere Ranges and onto the beaches of the wild and rugged west coast, you experience the power of nature and be amazed by the beauty of the black sand beaches.

Auckland Bridge Bungy Jump
Experience the adventure of AJ Hackett Bungy in Auckland with our 40 meter Bungy Jump from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. This unforgettable experience involves jumping from our purpose-built jump pod suspended over the sparkling Waitemata Harbour. As part of the Bungy, you'll enjoy an exclusive bridge walk to the "Bungy Pod".

New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere, which means that seasons are reversed. Auckland experiences most types of weather, and sometimes all in the same day. The climate is temperate, bordering on sub-tropical. Summers are generally warm and humid, and winters are mild and damp. High levels of rainfall occur almost year-round.