Top 7 activities to do in Auckland
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Créé par Romane, le 7 mai 2026

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Top 7 activities to do in Auckland

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New Zealand is a country that could be described as a postcard. The diversity of landscapes makes this country one of the most beautiful in the world. Between fine sand, imposing mountains, turquoise blue water, and breathtaking fauna and flora, who doesn't dream of going to New Zealand at least once. In addition to the activities you can only do on the island of the Kiwis, New Zealanders have a culture and traditions that you won't find anywhere else. Much more than just a trip, New Zealand is the discovery of a people with their own culture.

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1- Admire marine mammals aboard a boat

Category: €€€ / Unusual

Description: One of the must-do activities when visiting New Zealand is admiring marine wildlife in an exceptional setting. For four and a half hours, you'll be aboard a catamaran where you'll have the opportunity to drink some wine, beer or eat a snack and even a hot meal if you wish. You'll pass near sublime places like the volcanic island of Rangitoto. When you approach Hauraki Marine Park, stay alert and admire the whales, orcas and dolphins swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. If by bad luck you didn't get to see any during your visit, you'll be entitled to a second free slot.

2- Explore the geothermal city of Rotura and the Maori way of life

Category: €€€ / Cultural

Description: From Auckland, set off for half a day to discover a treasure located in Rotura. Before arriving in Rotura, take time to appreciate the landscapes through your window. Once you arrive at your destination, your guide will help you discover Lake Rotura, the Blue Baths, Government Gardens, hot springs and the Polynesian Spa. You'll then have the possibility to do two activities, but this is at an extra cost and is not part of the tour price. If your guided tour suits you, then stroll through the city and discover the Maori way of life.

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3- Admire Auckland's bioluminescence

Category: €€ / Unusual / Sporty

Description: Aboard a kayak, follow your guide until you spot the "marine auroras". The visit takes place in the early evening, once the sun has set. The night will bring out Auckland's luminous waters thanks to the phenomenon of bioluminescence. Certain living organisms produce chemical energy which is transformed into light energy through a reaction. This phenomenon is not perceptible everywhere and is only found in a few places on Earth, of which Auckland is part.

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4- Go zip-lining on Waiheke Island

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Description: Located a short half hour from Auckland by ferry, you'll head to Waiheke Island to enjoy the perfect activity for contemplating the magical landscapes that New Zealand offers us. This island excursion offers you three zip-line courses, each 200 meters long. You'll have a breathtaking view. It's also possible to visit the forest and contemplate the flora and fauna that reigns on this island. Please note that to do this activity, the ferry journey from Auckland to Waiheke Island is not part of the price, so you'll need to get a separate ticket.

5- Go skydiving and enjoy a surreal view

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Description: By jumping with a parachute alongside a professional, you'll experience an extraordinary adventure that will be forever engraved in your mind. You have a choice between three options: a jump from 4,000 meters, another from 4,900 and finally a jump from 5,500 meters. This jump will allow you to admire the east and west coast of New Zealand, Waiheke Island, Great Barrier Island, Mount Taranak and Mount Ruapehu, all while reaching a speed of 200km/h. In short, a concentrate of the most beautiful Kiwi landscapes combined with a strong (even extreme) sensation.

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6- Admire the fauna and flora in the heart of a forest

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Description: Located 30 minutes by transport from Auckland, you'll reach the Waitakere Ranges, a famous mountain ridge that separates Auckland from its west coast. New Zealand's west coast beaches are renowned as being idyllic for surfing in addition to being considered among the most beautiful beaches in the world. After visiting these postcard-worthy panoramas, your walk continues in the tropical forest where the fauna and flora will amaze your pupils. You'll discover an unimaginable number of living species, vegetation and animals included. Know that about 70% of the indigenous plants present in New Zealand are found exclusively in this country, making your excursion unique.

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7- Visit Auckland's aquarium

Category: € /Cultural

Description: Given its geographical position, New Zealand obviously has a large-scale aquarium. The Sea Life Kelly Tarlton Aquarium will help you discover species living on the island such as giant rays and several types of sharks. This aquarium has the particularity of being the only one in the world to offer a public exhibition of seahorses, a very rare species.