Thing to do
1. Kawarau Bridge Bungy
AJ Hackett's original 43-metre bungy from the 1880 Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge, where the world's first commercial bungy jump took place in 1988.
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2. Rangitoto Island
Auckland's youngest volcano, a short ferry ride from the city, with a summit walk over lava fields, lava caves and the world's largest pōhutukawa forest.
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3. Shotover Jet
A 25-minute high-speed jet boat ride through the narrow Shotover Canyons at Arthurs Point, run since 1965 and owned by Ngāi Tahu.
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4. Waiheke Island
Hauraki Gulf island about 40 minutes from the city by ferry, known for its vineyards, Bordeaux-style reds, sandy beaches and the WWII tunnels at Stony Batter.
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5. Onsen Hot Pools
Cedar-lined hot tubs perched above the Shotover River at Arthurs Point, booked by the hour for exclusive use, with a day spa and free shuttle from town.
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6. Piha Beach
Black-sand surf beach on the Tasman Sea coast 39 km west of the city, divided by Lion Rock and backed by the forested Waitākere Ranges.
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7. Devonport and Maungauika / North Head
Seaside village 12 minutes by ferry from the city, with heritage streets, two volcanic cones, military tunnels at North Head and sheltered beaches.
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8. TSS Earnslaw and Walter Peak
A cruise on the 1912 coal-fired TSS Earnslaw from Queenstown's Steamer Wharf to Walter Peak High Country Farm, with farm tours and barbecue dining as add-ons.
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9. Glenorchy Day Trip
A 45 km trip along the lake to the small settlement of Glenorchy, gateway to the Routeburn Track, film locations at Paradise and a certified Dark Sky Sanctuary.
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10. Wynyard Quarter
Former industrial tank farm on the western waterfront, reopened in 2011 as a precinct of restaurants, the Auckland Fish Market, Silo Park and harbourside walks.
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