Top Things to do in Warkworth
Top 10 Tours in Warkworth, North Island
Discover the best top things to do in Warkworth, New Zealand including 3-Day Open Water Dive Course in Auckland, Sculpture and Taste Tour Matakana (private vehicle & driver), Matakana "riverside farmers markets, beaches and wineries" - Saturday, 1 Great Day from Auckland - Sheep Shearing LIVE, Manuka Honey - Private Tour, Glass Bottom Boat Tour, Try Scuba Diving, Nature & Kiwi Day Tour from Auckland, Guided Snorkel Experience, Advanced, Guided Snorkel Experience, Beginners, Half day Guided Dive Tour, Goat Island Marine Reserve.
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1. 3-Day Open Water Dive Course in Auckland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Take your Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of New Zealand. Gain an international recognized certification that will allow you to dive anywhere in the world. Take advantage of the opportunity to dive in some of the most spectacular diving areas anywhere. The course is fully inclusive of all of the gear hire, all certification fees & 4 open water dive, 2 of which are from our boat charter to our marine reserves. Theory is taken online at your own convenience. All you have to do is turn up! We are able to offer you both the highly acclaimed SSI and SDI certifications. Courses are also available as evening schedules as well as the standard three day schedule
Inclusions: All equipment hire, Dives from our charter boat, Certification fees
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By M8295HRantoniom
Good dive tour of Little Barrier Island. Saw some juvenile hammerhead sharks while in the boat but as soon as we got in the water they swam away. Animal, plant life as well as the topography was amazing. Wonderful conversation about sharks and conservation efforts from the skipper (Niel). He was very knowledgeable and was very familiar with the area. Very professional. I would definitely use this company again for another dive!
2. Sculpture and Taste Tour Matakana (private vehicle & driver)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
• Pick up from inner city or airport accommodation • Scenic Tour through the farming area of Rodney North Auckland • Puhoi Cheese Factory • The famous Manuka Honey Centre • New Zealand Chocolate maker • Cafe Style Lunch • Morris and James Pottery • The newly opened Sculptureum - an amazing display of indoor and outdoor sculptures • Stop at the popular seaside town of Orewa for New Zealand Ice Cream • Drop off to inner city or airport accommodation
Inclusions: Comfortable Mercedes-Benz Vehicle, Bottled water, Lunch, All activities, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Hotel/port pickup
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By 1946Patty
This was our 1st tour in Auckland. It was a private tour for just 4 of us and a great introduction to New Zealand. Ron was delightful to spend the day with and is very knowledgeable. We enjoyed leaving the city and seeing the countryside. Our highlights of the day was our trip to the Morris and James pottery factory and to the Honey centre. It was amazing to see a 800 year old Ancient Kauri tree at the Parry Kauri Park and visiting Puhoi heritage village. We stopped at a local Village for a delightful lunch. This trip was money well spent and thank you Ron for a wonderful day
3. Matakana "riverside farmers markets, beaches and wineries" - Saturday
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
What more could you want!? Join us this Saturday and you’ll visit a local farmers market with the best produce NZ has to offer in an idyllic location, visit a top winery in the area, and checkout an incredible beach in a regional park. All in one day!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By KittanaAlencar
We have been in Auckland and we had luck to meet our amazing tour guide Mark sweetheart from Ireland. He is a gentlemen,the owner of Gowander,funny guide and driver, who brought us to Coromandel,a beautiful beach and the warm water beach. Mark show us the best way to get to the beach you can walk between the mountains even we get a water taxi????to go back. Mark was funny and relax he also can help you to get a perfect picture ????. Mark Make the day more
4. 1 Great Day from Auckland - Sheep Shearing LIVE, Manuka Honey - Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy this authentic live demonstration! Sheep Shearing in New Zealand is an amazing experience, also the impressive talents of the sheep-dogs. - Private Tour for small groups (2-4 guests) in English or German language - Pick-up and drop-off
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
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Reviewed By 221yviholistic
We spent a few days in Auckland visiting business partners and booked Great Days for the private transfers from the airport and within the city. In addition, we booked the day tour with the live sheep shearing show. The sheep dogs are amazing. We are very satisfied. Everything was reliable, humorous and the tour was impressive and fun. We recommend the company with the golden heart!
5. Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
The only Glass Bottom Boat in the Reserve. An informative, educational tour of 45 minutes duration in the first Marine Reserve in New Zealand.
Inclusions: Licensed Guide
Exclusions: No food or drink other than water is allowed on the boat. There are no facilities at Goat Island Marine Reserve.
Reviewed By jaimies625
Good experience, 45mins of commentary about local reefs to see varieties of fishes, marine life and history of the cave.
6. Try Scuba Diving
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Imagine what it is like to breathe underwater, to hover in a weightless world with marine life of all colours, shapes and sizes surrounding you. Goat Island Dive & Snorkel's 1/2 day Try Dive experience at Goat Island Marine Reserve is safe, fun and will leave you buzzed and keen for more!
Inclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment
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Reviewed By Kiran A
It was an amazing experience and quite enjoyed the snorkelling. It was my first time and went deep into the sea. It is a delightful feeling next to the fish. The instructor was quite good, informative and encouraging. I would give 10 out of 10 for this experience.
7. Nature & Kiwi Day Tour from Auckland
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 112 reviews
Experience a boutique nature tour to Tawharanui discovering some of New Zealand’s unique and rare wildlife including the kiwi; walk through native forests, enjoy stunning scenery and coastlines with experienced nature guides. (Note, we see kiwi on 80% of our tours). Visit the best spots for getting that great photo and the out-of-the way places to enjoy the great outdoors. Our day/night tour includes a gourmet picnic dinner – delicious food is a must when out enjoying this beautiful destination. Your tour includes transportation to and from Auckland central city. Tours are small and intimate taking a maximum of 7 on any one tour; we believe the best way to experience the natural side of Auckland is in small groups. Please note that a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Inclusions: Guided tour, Picnic dinner, Refreshments - tea and coffee, Bottled water, Binoculars, Reference books, Torches, Insect Repellent, Hotel pick up (CBD), Hotel drop off (CBD), Dinner, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Pick up not available outside of the Auckland CBD.
Reviewed By Michael C
As a Christmas gift for our teenagers we booked a nighttime guided tour with Tristan up to Tawharanui Regional Park. We also invited friends so they could make up numbers to eight, for a private tour. What an amazing experience for everyone. Tristan picked five of us up in a recent model Mercedes transit van. Great driver which was good because my husband is a notoriously nervous passenger! When we arrived, Tristan set up a delicious picnic dinner for us overlooking the beach and catered for a gluten free, dairy and gluten free, 2 vegans and a vegetarian with ease and grace. Not to mention scrumptious food! Everything was very eco including beeswax wraps over food containers. After a cup of tea we packed up, donned headlights and headed off into the forest on our quest for kiwis. Stunning views over the beach as we wandered with the sun setting helped to set the scene. As night settled, Tristan used a thermal imaging monocular to look into the forest for our elusive national icon. It didn't take long before we saw one. What incredible creatures. Oblivious to our delight the kiwi went about his/her business while we watched, daring not to make a sound, aided by a red light that Tristan shone towards the star of the show. We saw five kiwis in total and two giant wetas. Not a fave of mine personally but I happily stood back! The stars as we emerged from the forest canopy were awe inspiring. So much so that our 14 year old son, a budding astronaut, told us that seeing the stars was equal for him in enjoyment as seeing kiwis. Mental note: next Christmas take him to the observatory! Tristan is fabulous. His knowledge about wildlife is endless, he is professional, kind, thoughtful and patient. The sort of person who is perfect for guiding because you feel safe with him. We wholeheartedly recommend this experience. We don't need more stuff but we do need time off the grid that delights and connects us. This was one of those occasions. Jennifer
8. Guided Snorkel Experience, Advanced
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 11 reviews
New Skills As you gain confidence in the water, you might want to start to pushing your limits and seeing what more you can achieve. With this in mind, it is important to expand your knowledge and understanding to keep safe in the water. Equalizing Pressure under the water increases as we descend so it is important to learn how to balance this pressure. Holding your Breath Increasing your breath-hold time takes practice - you don't have to be in the water to train! Clearing your Snorkel There are a few different ways of clearing a snorkel, once you crack the technique you'll be much more comfortable.
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment
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Reviewed By iang2963
Took my 6 year old granddaughter for her birthday treat. It was a wonderful day, and she coped really well. On the way home, she commented that it had been the best day of her life.
9. Guided Snorkel Experience, Beginners
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 17 reviews
Snorkeling at Goat Island is one of the top 10 things to do in Auckland. If you've never tried it before. Our Guided Snorkel Tour is the perfect introduction to exploring the ocean - even non-swimmers can join in the fun! Join our team of passionate instructors for an adventure at the Goat Islands Marine Reserve! The Guided Snorkel is a snorkel lesson and guided tour with the Goat Island Dive & Snorkel Dive Masters. The Guided Snorkel is fantastic for all experience levels, from those who are new to snorkeling and swimming. Our Dive Masters keep students safe and comfortable and will give the confidence they need to enjoy the water.
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Safety equipment
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Reviewed By Kiran A
It was an amazing experience and quite enjoyed the snorkelling. It was my first time and went deep into the sea. It is a delightful feeling next to the fish. The instructor was quite good, informative and encouraging. I would give 10 out of 10 for this experience.
10. Half day Guided Dive Tour, Goat Island Marine Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 10 reviews
Join us in Goat Island's spectacular underwater world. The Goat Island Marine Reserve is a great example of a healthy New Zealand marine environment; it is beautiful, full of life, and you get to explore with some incredibly friendly fish! The reserve is home to huge snappers, red moki, goat-fish and triple fins, as well as schools of parore, kahawai, sweep, silver drummers, trevally and both sting and eagle rays. And that's not all! Dive instructor/Divemaster as a guide. All our guides are certified professional divers, with unique knowledge of the marine reserve and its residents. They will teach you about the reserve, the fish species you will encounter and make sure you are comfortable and safe for your dive. 1 Long dive. Since this is a shallow reserve we can stay underwater for longer. Its time to break you longest dive record! Dependent on individuals' air consumption! You will get to explore further out into the bay and see the true beauty this magical place has to offer.
Inclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment
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Reviewed By Kiran A
It was an amazing experience and quite enjoyed the snorkelling. It was my first time and went deep into the sea. It is a delightful feeling next to the fish. The instructor was quite good, informative and encouraging. I would give 10 out of 10 for this experience.
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