Auckland Countryside Experience

Explore Auckland's surrounding countryside, complete with a working farm adventure, a barbeque and visit to a bird colony.

WHAT YOU VISIT
Country Farm - Watch sheep dog and sheep shearing demonstrations on this working family farm located on the South Kaipara Peninsula. The farm runs sheep, and beef on a commercial basis but they also have a herd of quiet and friendly fallow deer in a field behind the house. The deer will come when called and make a delightful photo opportunity. Your hosts new, architecturally designed house is open for your use and is situated high on a hill with wonderful views over the farm out to the Kaipara Harbour.

Gannet Colony - From the cliffs above Muriwai Beach, walk approximately 400 yards to an overlook for a close-up of life in a sea bird colony. Depending on the time of year, you may observe these aeronauts breeding and nesting.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Muriwai Beach - The cliffs above the beach offer spectacular views of the Tasman Sea.

LUNCH
Sample a New Zealand-style barbecue with local beers and wines during your farm visit.

WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Your narrated drive includes Auckland city highlights, wine-growing areas, farming districts and coastal vistas before returning via the Harbour Bridge.

SPECIAL NOTES
DISEMBARKING PASSENGERS IN AUCKLAND
This tour is available only to passengers with a Princess transfer disembarking in Auckland and departing on the same day with flights after 6:45pm, or for CruisePlus passengers. The tour will end at the airport or CruisePlus hotel at approximately 4pm; passenger baggage will be transported separately and claimed at the airport or hotel.

TOUR ID
AKL-B1
TIME RESERVED
9:30a - 3:30p
DURATION
Approximately 6 hours
PRICE*
Adult: $102

ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate level of activity; Substantial level of activity; Includes meal
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ACTIVITY TYPE
Dining; Motorcoach Ride; Scenic Drive; Sightseeing
*Price USD unless noted otherwise.