Views from the farm with green rolling hills with scattered trees and a few small structures, under a cloudy sky with rays of sunlight breaking through onto the Firth of Thames and Coromandel Peninsula

Farm, Coast & Wildlife Tour

Leave Auckland's city streets behind and discover rural New Zealand on a small-group journey through private farmland, native landscapes and the extraordinary Firth of Thames coastline.

Duration: Approx. 9 hours
Group: Max 11
Walking: Easy–moderate
Pickup: Auckland options available
Price: $349 pp
Minimum: 4 guests

Why you'll love it

  • Walk across private New Zealand farmland

  • Enjoy panoramic Hunua and Coromandel views

  • Hear local farming and family stories

  • Discover the internationally significant Firth of Thames coastline

  • Visit Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre

  • Experience rural communities most Auckland visitors never see

Your day

Leave Auckland behind
Drive south through changing landscapes while hearing how Auckland transitions from city to farmland.

Private farm experience
Walk through land inaccessible to ordinary tourists and hear the stories connected to it.

Firth of Thames coast
Follow the coastline toward Kaiaua and Miranda.

Pūkorokoro Miranda
Discover why thousands of migratory birds travel extraordinary distances to this coastline.

Local lunch/food stop
Dine at the famous Kaiaua Fisheries (Fish ‘n Chips)

Who is this tour for?

Ideal for couples, mature travellers, families and small groups who enjoy scenery, easy walking, wildlife and genuine local experiences.

Ready to discover rural Auckland?