Category Volcanoes & Rangitoto Island

Auckland · VOLCANOES & RANGITOTO ISLAND

The 15 Best Rangitoto & Auckland Volcano Tours

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Auckland is built on fifty-odd volcanoes, and Rangitoto is the youngest, rising straight out of the gulf. These are the best volcano and Rangitoto tours, compared on the summit climb, the lava caves, how you cross the water, and what a ticket sets you back.

Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island

Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island - Getting to Auckland Sea Kayaks and starting at 4:00 pm

1.Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · from $152Our pick

Paddle to Rangitoto at sunset, hike for Auckland city views, then eat a kiwi BBQ and return under city lights at night.

“This is a physical activity. Roughly an hour of kayak to and from the island and the hike is moderate (30-40 minutes) to steep (15 minutes). This was fun and different to do and we had a very good guide who prepared us a great late lunch on Rangitoto before hiking. Really interesting and beautiful experience. Thank you, Nathan!”

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Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland

Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland - Start time, pickup, and how the day flows

2.Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $94

Half-day Auckland volcano walk with hotel/port pickup, crater hikes, and city views. Small-group pace on inactive sites.

“Do you want to hike in Auckland? Short hikes, worth every step. Mike was both knowledgeable and so helpful getting to know the city. If you like to understand the cities in which you travel this is a must see.”

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Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry

Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry - Getting There From Auckland CBD: Fullers360 Ferry Basics

3.Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 109 reviews · from $37

Take the Fullers360 ferry from Auckland to Rangitoto Island for volcanic views, an easy summit option, and guided commentary in about four hours.

“Highly recommended for first time visitors to Rangitoto. Had a great time. The tour guide was very knowledgable and enjoyed the scenes. We stopped at Devonport in the return ferry and climbed up mt Victoria as well, making it a perfect 1-day trip.”

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Auckland: Inner-City Glowworm Experience in Ancient Volcano

Auckland: Inner-City Glowworm Experience in Ancient Volcano - Where You Meet and What the 1-Hour Walk Feels Like

Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island

Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island - Waitematā Harbour paddling: what the workout feels like

5.Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $152

Sea kayak to Rangitoto for 360° views, a kiwi BBQ by the water, and wildlife spotting from Auckland Harbour.

“Guide not helpful. Requires a lot more work on customers. Long trip to and back. Guide needs to do a better job of figuring out who is paired with who in kayaks.”

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Auckland: Sunset & Night Sea Kayak Tour to Rangitoto Island

Auckland: Sunset & Night Sea Kayak Tour to Rangitoto Island - The Paddle Out: Learning Your Kayak Before Sunset

6.Sunset & Night Sea Kayak Tour to Rangitoto Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $138

Paddle Auckland’s coast to Rangitoto for sunset, hike to the summit, enjoy a Kiwi BBQ, then kayak back at night under city lights.

“Huge shoutout to our awesome guide Daniel!! He was clearly built for adventure and made the entire experience a fun and exciting one from the start. We met up at the beach, and he explained everything we needed to know to prepare for our journey. We kayaked to the island, enjoyed a delicious meal, hiked to the top for an insane panoramic sunset view, and kayaked back under the stars which was absolutely magical. Daniel taught our group so much about the Auckland, the surrounding islands, the flora and fauna, and much more. He made sure everyone was safe and felt comfortable. We were in amazing hands with Daniel.Read more”

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Auckland: Segway to North Head Volcano Summit

Auckland: Segway to North Head Volcano Summit - Devonport Waterfront: Victorian Villas, Lava Flows, and Easy-Sea-Air Stops

7.Segway to North Head Volcano Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews

Glide from Devonport to North Head’s volcanic summit on a Segway, with fort tunnels, disappearing gun, and big Gulf views.

“We had the best time! We learned how to operate and ride the segways and saw beautiful historic sites along the way. We won't forget our time!”

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Guided Segway Tour to the summit of Mt Victoria in Devonport Auckland

Guided Segway Tour to the summit of Mt Victoria in Devonport Auckland - Devonport streets, parks, and Victorian-style scenery before the summit

8.Guided Segway Tour to the summit of Mt Victoria in Devonport Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $89

Segway up Mt Victoria from Devonport. Learn fast, ride with a local guide in a group of 6, and enjoy 360° Auckland views.

“We had a wonderful afternoon with Pauline, owner of this company. She expertly guided us through all sections of Devonport, occasionally stopping to explain the architecture and history of the area she clearly loves. We ascended Mt Victoria and viewed this beautiful city from the top. This was a relaxing and educational experience.”

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Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland

Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland - Lake Pupuke: crater-lake photos and the Māori stories behind it

9.Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $99

Half-day small-group North Shore tour from Auckland for crater lakes, lava-coast walks, WWII tunnels, and skyline views for $99.29.

“The walk along the volcanic coast and the trip to the disappearing cannon. The guide is a great storyteller. Would have liked to have him on other trips around New Zealand too. We were in a comfortable car with two other visitors. It was drizzling off and on, but it did not get in our way.”

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Full-Day Grand Auckland Volcanoes Tour

Full-Day Grand Auckland Volcanoes Tour - Getting there: port pickup, the 148 Quay Street start, and a small minivan reality

10.Full-Day Grand Auckland Volcanoes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $179

Full-day Auckland volcano tour with crater walks, lava coastline, North Head tunnels, and big Waitemata Harbour views. Port pickup included.

“Very nice review of the volcanos surrounding Auckland. Spectacular views. Out of the beaten path trails. Tip: join the full-day tour for a more complete experience; wear comfortable enclosed shoes.”

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Shore Excursion: Half-Day Auckland Volcanoes Tour

Shore Excursion: Half-Day Auckland Volcanoes Tour - Price and Value: Does $179.97 Make Sense?

11.Shore Excursion: Half-Day Auckland Volcanoes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $179

Half-day Auckland volcano walks to Mt Eden, Mt Wellington, Mangere Mountain and One Tree Hill, with pickup and geology guide.

“Good tour. Picked up at our hotel. Visited 4 volcanoes and learned a lot about Auckland geography. Great views of city from various places. Very pleased with it all.”

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Motukorea / Browns Island Sea Kayak Journey

Motukorea / Browns Island Sea Kayak Journey - The half-day flow: what your 8:30am starts really look like

Rangitoto Island: Sea Kayak & Summit Hike Day Trip

Rangitoto Island: Sea Kayak & Summit Hike Day Trip - Getting ready: the meeting point and the first briefing

13.Rangitoto Island: Sea Kayak & Summit Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · from $144

Kayak Waitemata Harbor to Rangitoto, then hike to the volcano summit for 360 views of Auckland, with expert coaching and a BBQ lunch.

“Excellent trip, Ben our guide was great. We laughed and had a fun day., We were lucky with calm water for the kayak trip and nice walk up to the crater. There are other trails on the island so it would be nice perhaps with more time on the island to walk longer.”

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Auckland City Volcano & Scenic Highlights Tour

Auckland City Volcano & Scenic Highlights Tour - Getting started in Quay Street: the easy begin-to-finish loop

14.Auckland City Volcano & Scenic Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $130

A small-group Auckland highlights tour in a 100% electric van, with Harbour Bridge views and a Mount Eden 360 walk.

“Graham was a very knowledgeable and personable tour guide. He was easy to talk to and shared amazing facts about the different areas of Auckland. A well spent afternoon in Auckland”

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Guided North Head Fort Segway Tour in Devonport Auckland

Guided North Head Fort Segway Tour in Devonport Auckland - Riding back through Devonport: beaches, parks, and a calmer finish

15.Guided North Head Fort Segway Tour in Devonport Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $108

Segway to North Head Forts from Devonport. Small-group history, helmeted confidence, and sweeping harbor views for $108.60.

“Great guide/owner, knowledgeable, patient. Wonderful views of the harbor. We did the 2 hr tour which included the fort overlooking the harbor and Auckland. Tour office is in the harbor terminal. Cover a lot of ground with less effort.”

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