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Nature Day Tour - The Wicked West Tour
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Nature Day Tour - The Wicked West Tour

By Tour Bro.
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Immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of West Auckland’s Waitakere Ranges. Explore the crystalline black sand of Piha beach, the wild isolation of Karekare beach and the cascading Karekare waterfall. Travel in our luxurious SUVs through ancient native forests and be among the beautiful west Auckland scenery. With a maximum of four travellers (private tours can accommodate up to six travellers*) experience one of the best natural tours showcasing the hidden western gems Auckland has to offer. Alongside your Tour Bro. travel less than one hour from downtown Auckland to the beautiful wicked west.

Ages 0-99, max of 6 per group
Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Umbrella
  • Complimentary Wifi
What's not included
  • Lunch


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Your friendly Tour Bro. will collect you from your inner city hotel or cruise ship. Please advise your inner city hotel or cruise ship terminal for collection. Be ready for collection 5 minutes prior to departure.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Auckland Harbour, Princes Wharf
      • Auckland Harbour, Queens Wharf
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 101031P2

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 101031P2

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        • Tour Bro.
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          New Zealand
          Joined in August 2018
        • susannalE2451EK
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          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          DON’T BOOK THIS TOUR
          DON’T BOOK THIS TOUR! Sadly, I had the same experience as some of the other people with the ‘terrible’ reviews. No one turned up and I couldn’t contact anyone. Don’t book this tour. I’m now in the process of obtaining a full refund.
          Written 1 March 2023
        • mandfo
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          No show. Don’t Book
          Waited for 30 minutes and then went back to room to wait to see if they called or messaged but it has been over 45 minutes and nothing. Wish I had seen the other review from this month with the same experience. Hopefully I will receive a full refund.
          Written 25 January 2023
        • X5225FNkimj
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          NO SHOW, Don't BOOK here
          NO SHOW , We waited at the point about 30~40minutes, NEVER answered the phone and text. We saw reviews below(good reviews maybe from his friends or himself.) , but we did not believe the bad reviews much, just booked. And now, we understood. Stupid. Never book here. we also waited fully refund.
          Written 7 January 2023
        • hungry_traveller_94
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Class and Culture
          Simply Amazing! The experience was top shelf and the knowledge gained was eye opening. My tour guide Wati, not only guided me through Auckland but helped me navigate through the history and culture of the special landmarks in Auckland. My favorite part of the tour was visiting Maingauika/North Head. He answered all of my questions and if he didn’t know the answer to them he went out of his way to make sure he found the answer. Pure gentleman. Tour Bro is highly recommended and will be seeing me again in the near future! Kia Ora bro!
          Written 1 December 2019
        • ashleighclark10
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          OUTSTANDING
          The Auckland Lights tour truly was an OUTSTANDING experience. The weather was perfect for the night of exploring the city with a group of mates. Our driver/ tour guide was informative - a natural storyteller. He provided engaging and interesting information about the city as we travelled to different parts of Auckland to see the views. We got to travel in pure style in an SUV. A great experience - will definitely recommend to family and friends!
          Written 1 December 2019
        • helloimangela
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          No regrets!!!
          Just completed a tour with Tour Bro. and had an amazing time. Our guide Wati was so welcoming, funny and super knowledgeable. You will learn about New Zealand’s culture, see the best spots and get to spend a day/night with a true kiwi. Definitely give this tour a go, you are bound to have a great time!!! Thanks so much Wati.
          Written 30 November 2019
        • BattleBoyFresh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome day tour
          Beautiful day, with beautiful views on top of different volcanoes. Glad they're not active. My partner and I loved it. Such an easy going tour. No rush and the bros are awesome fellows. Real chatty and welcoming. Highly recommend.
          Written 1 November 2019
        • ardyhayes
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          HOLY HECKER
          Had such an amazing experience with Tour Bro, such top notch service and effort. Will definitely be utilising them my next trip!
          Written 31 October 2019
        • akuilabat7
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A MUST DO When in Auckland
          ABSOLUTELY LOVED the city night tour with TourBro. I've been to Auckland a few times but this was my first time to do something like this and I loved it. Wati is a GREAT story-teller and kept us engaged the entire time. If you're ever in Auckland, do this night tour. Its AMAZING!
          Written 10 June 2019
        • Mark R
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Evening tour
          Wati arrived at our hotel at the agreed time and we were not disappointed with him as a tour guide or the transport. He was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour something really special. Even though our time in Auckland was cut short due to flight delays, we had such a fantastic time seeing all of the sights. Not only was he full of facts and figures, he answered all of our questions and believe me we asked many. He did the tour at our pace and at no point did we feel rushed or that we had missed something of importance. He was extremely courteous opening my door both getting in and out of the car. We enjoyed the whole experience so much that when we return, we will definitely book another tour with Tour Bro. We would also recommend Tour Bro to our friends and family without hesitation.
          Written 26 March 2019
        • 264MarkS264
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Absolutely outstanding night tour with highly personalized service!
          Wati was our driver/guide and did a remarkable job of providing information, allowing for my many extra photos with the tripod, and nice local history dialogue. We were fortunate to have a fairly clear night, even though windy. Wati took us to quite a few different places that all had either wonderful views or were interesting in their own right - like the rather eclectic "light house". It brought a very different perspective to our time in Auckland. I would highly recommend it!
          Written 21 January 2019
        • Andreyeokj
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent service from our Tour Bro!
          Our hotel concierge hooked us up with Tour Bro when we forgot to bring a driving licence to rent a car for our road trip. This turned out to be a complete blessing in disguise, with Wati our Tour Bro taking the reins to drive us around on our 5-day itinerary. He looked out for everything we could have needed on our trip and even brought us to nearby sightseeing spots and activities that we would never have considered. Additionally, his extensive knowledge of Maori culture, NZ society and local flora and fauna fed us with interesting tidbits of information throughout our entire trip. Tour Bro is definitely the Bro you need when you’re looking for a good day/night out with either friends or family!
          Written 22 December 2018
        • Seaside819865
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wicked west tour of Auckland
          The guide Josh is very intelligent teaching my son all about the natural of west Auckland. Free wifi for my daughter to take many pictures for send her pictures to her friends. My family had a beautiful day on wicked west tour of Auckland. I will definitely tell my friends to call tour bro! obrigado Josh!
          Written 7 October 2018
        • Coastal820183
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great vibes
          Auckland was the last stop on my trip and I had limited time. Tour Bro. was Epic! My tour bro Wati knew everything! Great vibes in the beautiful SUV they picked me up in. There were 2 other people from India and Germany and we because we were just 3 people it was great learning about the beautiful volcanoes and hanging out with them. Would definitely recommend the Land of Volcanoes tour for anyone coming to Auckland. Amazing sights and a “Mint as day!” as they say in nz! Thanks to the tour bro team!
          Written 5 October 2018
        • Claire R
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wow toddler fun!
          I recently took a tour with this fantastic company and couldn't believe how knowledgable and enthusiastic they were my three year old had the best day and learnt all about the black sand beaches outstanding!!!
          Written 3 October 2018
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        3.0 of 5 bubbles8 reviews
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        James P Humbley
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I cannot stress how integral this tour is to any adventurer wishing to discover all Auckland has to offer.

        I think the best part of this tour is just how professional and committed the guides are at making the trip not just a tour, but an adventure!

        My partner and I were so glad we booked with these guys and have plans to do the city lights tour next before our time here is up.

        The Waitakere ranges that were displayed on the Wicked West Tour absolutely blew me away, I had no idea that Auckland has its very own rain forrest at its finger tips filled with wildlife and lush Forrest as far as the eye can see.

        The team were efficient with their time making the stops that counted and sharing their knowledge, keeping us engaged with the history of such a beautiful place.

        The beautifully designed tour’s quality is only rivalled by the amazing team that runs it.

        I can’t wait for our next Tourbro adventure I’ll see y’all soon!
        Written 1 December 2019
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Kia ora James, Wow, thank you so much for your kind words. We try our best to showcase not only what Auckland has to offer but also what we, as Tour Bro. have to offer, so this is heartwarming to hear that our team have made this much of an impression on your experience here in Auckland. We as a team love the Wicked West tour as we get to showcase one of our favourite locations in the world, the Waitakere Ranges. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your day and had an incredible time with the team. Have a great holiday - Steven, Tour Bro. Management
        Written 26 December 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        lmp227
        Massachusetts78 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        We booked this trip to Piha beach our last day in New Zealand. The transaction went through, but we never received a confirmation from the operator. All calls went to a disconnected number. I didn’t realize that Piha and the surrounding area are off-limits to all the residents because of the flooding. I don’t know what’s happened to the business, but it needs to be pulled from Tripadvisor. I have requested a receipt and I’m still waiting. I hope the owner operator is OK, but don’t book with them until this is resolved.
        Written 14 March 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

        Paulette L
        Parry Sound, Canada15 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Tour Bros. did not show up. Viator couldn't contact them. I couldn't get a last minute optional tour so our one day in Auckland was wasted. Why is this tour still listed? Disgusting!
        Written 12 March 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

        John B
        2 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        The tour company did not show to pick me up and I wasted a day of my stay in Auckland. They did not even contacted me or answer my email. I waited outside my hotel for an hour.
        Written 17 October 2022
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        Steph N
        8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        Brilliant experience from first contact through email to the half day 1pm-6pm tour itself.

        Syrus, our initial contact, ended up being our tour guide as well and he was amazing: helpful, knowledgeable and on the day was friendly, informative, a great photographer and thoughtful - for instance, he kept an easy walking pace for my parents who are in their sixties.

        With a toddler and 3 adults, it was only a few extra dollars to book a private tour and I'm so glad we did. It was great to pick and choose the tourist spots to go to without the confines of a set-in-stone itinerary and though the plan was to see two waterfalls and two beaches, this turned out to be a bit over-ambitious on my part!

        Syrus was really flexible on the day though and happy to go at a much more leisurely pace and we ended up going to Kite Kite falls and the black sand beach. On the way there, there were stop offs at some beautiful scenic spots and though a late request on our part, an afternoon tea break was even slotted in at a lovely cafe just before it closed.

        The walk to Kite Kite falls took about an hour with a toddler - bring a carrier to make the walk quicker and easier as there are stairs. Bring a spare towel and flip flops for when you get to the waterfall, too. The beach has a car park right next to it and there's a cafe to stop off for a drink, chips or some ice cream.

        The private vehicle came with a baby car seat and it was comforting to know the car journey was only 40 minutes away from Sydney where pick up and drop off from our accommodation was included.

        Based in Auckland, this was one of the very few tours available which is less than an hour from the city. And doing a private tour meant the afternoon of sightseeing was done at a much more relaxed pace making it all the more enjoyable and so memorable.

        I'd completely recommend Syrus from Tour Bro. and would very happily use them again - perhaps for our future South Island trip :)
        Written 6 April 2020
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        Jessica P
        7 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Had such an amazing tour. The driver was very informative and made it very interactive. Had a blast! The views were beautiful, would never have thought Auckland could have so many hidden gems.
        Thank you Tour Bros!
        Written 1 December 2019
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi Jessica, Thank you for your kind words. We definitely hear you! Not often do people rave about Auckland as a destination which is why we are trying our best to showcase what we have to offer. As you saw, we do have a lot to offer here in this gem of a city. Have a great day and thank you once again. - Steven, Tour Bro. Management
        Written 26 December 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        rsim878
        Auckland, New Zealand14 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2019 • Family
        We had family visiting us and decided to treat them to a tour as recommended by a friend. I also wanted to see what the tour scene was like in Auckland considering we live here and needless to say, this trip was great! We learned so much about Auckland that we didn’t know as well as places we've never been to before. It was an epic day out with our visiting family. Thank you to our tour guide Bridgette who was so friendly and genuine, a true reflection of our kiwi people. Definitely a great local company and will be recommending them to all of those visiting our country!
        Written 20 March 2019
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Kia ora! Thank you for your kind words, we have passed them on to Bridgette. That is so great to hear from a fellow Aucklander. It can always be disconcerting taking locals out and about their own city however it is great to hear you enjoyed your day! Thanks again, Tour Bro. team
        Written 25 March 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
        *Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.

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