Auckland Volcano Tours: The 13 Best Cones and Craters

1.Half-Day Volcano Tour from Auckland

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

Spend about five hours visiting Achilles Point and four Auckland volcanic sites, including Mt. Wellington, Mangere Mountain, One Tree Hill, and Mt. Eden. A guide leads the walks and explains the region’s geology and Māori and British history. Transport and port pickup are included. Expect moderate uphill sections, changing weather, and a small group of no more than 11.

“A memorable experience worth every penny. Big shout to Mike our amazing guide who shared his invaluable knowledge, experience and took really good care of us.”

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2.Inner-City Glowworm Experience in Ancient Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 109 reviews · 1 hour · from $35Best value

Meet your guide at the Wintergarden Cafe for a one-hour, 1.3-kilometre walk through Auckland Domain. You’ll follow dark paths past native bush and a waterfall to see glowworms in their natural habitat, with time to learn about their life cycle and take photos without flash. Guides including Marius, Millie and Jonti have led the walk.

“We learned a lot on this uncomplicated tour and had plenty of time to see the glowworms along the way.”

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3.Segway to North Head Volcano Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews

Ride from Devonport Ferry Terminal to North Head’s volcanic summit with a guide, after a short Segway lesson. Along the way, see waterfront villas, beaches, an 1800s fort, tunnels and gun emplacements, then explore Devonport’s back streets. The small-group tour lasts 2.5 hours, and guide Pauline is known for clear instruction and lively local stories.

“Very enjoyable, Pauline was fantastic, would highly recommend this tour.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $99

Spend four hours exploring Auckland’s North Shore by minivan, from Lake Pupuke and Takapuna’s lava coast to North Head’s historic tunnels and a skyline lookout. Your guide shares Māori stories and volcanic history, with pickup from central Auckland or the port. The 2:00 pm tour is listed for up to 11 people.

“This tour offered a view of Devenport and the surrounding volcanoes that was quite unique. We got to visualize the history and see first hand the remains if the eruptions. Mike did a very good job of sharing a wealth of information and diRead more”

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5.Full-Day Grand Auckland Volcanoes Tour

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

Spend about 10 hours exploring Auckland’s volcanic field by minivan and on foot. Guide Mike connects crater rims, lava flows and harbour viewpoints with geology, Māori settlement and New Zealand history. The route includes Mount Eden, Mangere Mountain, Takapuna’s lava-strewn coast and North Head’s old fortress. Expect plenty of walking and bring enclosed shoes.

“Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable . We learned about a lot of volcanoes in Oakland. The scenery on the mountain is also great.”

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6.Shore Excursion: Half-Day Auckland Volcanoes Tour

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

Ride in a private vehicle to Achilles Point and four Auckland volcanoes: Mount Wellington, Mangere Mountain, One Tree Hill and Mount Eden. Guide Mike or Michael shares geological and Māori history, with short summit walks and wide city and harbour views. The five-hour tour starts at 8:00 am, includes port pickup and drop-off, and takes no more than 11 people.

“A different type of tour than the usual city sights. Mike was personable and knowledgeable about the volcano activity in the area. His van was comfortable and water was provided. The walks had some steepness, but certainly manageable. Good exercise! We would have appreciated a bit more commentary on sights we passed, history, etc as we were first time visitors to Auckland. All in all, we would recommend.”

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7.Auckland City Volcano & Scenic Highlights Tour

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

Spend about three and a half hours exploring Auckland by private electric vehicle, with a local guide and a group of no more than six. The route takes in the Harbour Bridge, Britomart, Albert Park, Parnell Rose Gardens, Auckland Domain, and Mount Eden. Central Auckland hotel and port transfers are included; the vehicle is described as an electric van, though one account calls it a tuk tuk.

“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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8.Guided North Head Fort Segway Tour in Devonport Auckland

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

Join guide Pauline for a 2.5-hour Segway ride from Devonport’s ferry terminal to Maungauika, the volcanic headland known as North Head. After a practice session, explore fortifications, tunnels, and bunkers, take in views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf, then return through parks and past beaches. Groups are limited to six.

“What a great tour! First time on a Segway, but it won’t be the last. We received great instruction, and a great tour from the owner. We were in Auckland on a cruise. Took the 10-minute ferry ride to Devonport and the tour operator’s office was steps from the ferry when we got off. Have been to Devonport multiple times. Great place to visit when in Auckland.”

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9.Segway Tour to Mount Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1h 30m · from $86

Meet Pauline at Devonport Ferry Terminal for a 90-minute, small-group Segway tour. Learn the controls, practise in a park, pass through Cambria Reserve and ride to Mount Victoria’s summit for 360-degree views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf. Helmets, training and photos are included.

“The tour was great. Our tour guide Pauline did a fantastic job teaching us how to ride and control the Segway, around curves, up and down hills, stops, starts, get ons, and get offs. We were very comfortable with our Segway before taking off to explore Devonport, sharing walk ways with pedestrians. Our ride up to Mount Victoria was beautiful with short stops to learn about the area and its history. Very well worth the time and money for this adventure.”

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10.Half-Day Auckland Volcanoes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours · from $113

Start near Queens Wharf at 8am, then visit Achilles Point and climb Mt. Wellington, Mangere Mountain, One Tree Hill, and Mt. Eden. Your English-speaking guide connects Auckland’s volcanic geology with Māori and colonial history. The five-hour trip includes transport, port or hotel pickup, and a food-market stop; meals are extra.

“Friendly and informative half day tour - as well as volcanoes and how they were formed, great views of Auckland from various sites with a dash of local history. This was a highlight of our time in Auckland.”

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11.20min Helicopter scenic flight – City & Volcanoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 20 min · from $178

Depart from Heletranz Heliport in Albany for a 20-minute flight over Auckland’s landmarks and volcanic cones, then out toward Rangitoto’s crater and the Hauraki Gulf islands. Your English-speaking pilot provides commentary. Flights are weather-dependent, and aircraft can vary with group size and availability.

“Really awesome, enjoyed every minute, pilot and staff were wonderful, would recommend this trip and I will be going back again.”

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12.Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $366

Leave Auckland at 7:30 am in a group of no more than five for an 11.5-hour Rotorua day trip. A local driver-guide takes you to Waimangu Volcanic Valley, where admission and a guided walk are included. After lunch at Waiotapu Tavern, choose Wai-O-Tapu or another attraction at your own expense.

“What an absolutely amazing chance to get up close and personal with New Zealand's geothermal 'hotspots'! It was actually a one person tour for me and Mike, the guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and really broadened my knowledgRead more”

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13.Piha Beach, Rainforest, & Mount Eden Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $262

Spend five hours on a private Auckland tour to the Arataki Cultural Centre, through native rainforest and on to Piha Beach and Mt Eden. Your guide shares local and Māori stories, with English, Hindi, Punjabi and Bengali available. Rahul is a guide named for this tour; pickup and drop-off options include the CBD and airport.

“Great walking tours in beautiful environment. The walk to the waterfall was the highlight of the tour.”

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