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Explore Auckland’s best hikes, beaches, and hidden gems with practical travel guides and photography tips.
From walking the black sand shores of Piha and Karekare to hiking Waitākere Ranges trails like Te Henga and Mercer Bay, or chasing golden hour at city lookouts and coastal escapes like Tāwharanui, plan an unforgettable adventure with these expert insights across Tāmaki Makaurau.

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Kitekite Falls Track: Tips for the Ultimate Auckland Day-Trip

February 18, 2026 |

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Complete Guide to the Slip, Pipeline and Beveridge Tracks: A Waitākere Ranges Loop Trail

February 9, 2026 |

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Auckland Hikes for Stunning Photography

February 5, 2026 |

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9 of the Best Day Trips from Auckland: A Local’s Insider Guide

January 20, 2026 |

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Why the Fairy Falls Walk Is Auckland’s Best Quick Hike

August 26, 2025 |

Te Toka-Tapu-a-Kupe / Ninepin Rock, Whatipū from Omanawanui track

Discover 6 Auckland Hikes Perfect for Winter and Spring

July 12, 2025 |

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Hiking Karamatura to Mount Donald McLean: One of Auckland’s Best-Kept Secrets

June 10, 2025 |

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Discover 13 Places in Auckland to Capture Golden Hour Magic

May 23, 2025 |

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Why Tāwharanui Point via North and South Coast Tracks is the Ultimate Auckland Must-Do Walk

May 17, 2025 |

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5 Ultimate Day Hikes Perfect for a Long Weekend in Auckland

April 19, 2025 |

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Explore the 6 Best Black Sand Beaches in Auckland: A Guide

April 9, 2025 |

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Why Tāwharanui Beach is Auckland’s Dreamiest Coastal Escape

April 4, 2025 |

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Embark on the Epic Te Henga Walkway Hike: A Short, Scenic West Coast Adventure in the Waitākere Ranges

March 31, 2025 |

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Living in Auckland: A Local’s Guide to New Zealand’s Largest City

March 13, 2025 |

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8 Nature Based Auckland Instagram Spots You Don’t Want to Miss

March 5, 2025 |

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6 Best Walks in the Waitākere Ranges You’ll Love to Explore

January 3, 2025 |

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Te Waha Point Lookout: A Waitākere Ranges Hidden Gem

December 26, 2024 |

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Discover the Stunning Anawhata Beach Track: An Auckland Gem

December 15, 2024 |

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8 of the Best Waitākere Ranges Lookouts: A Guide

December 4, 2024 |

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DISCOVER PIHA BEACH ON AUCKLANDS ICONIC WEST COAST

November 23, 2024 |

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WHY KAREKARE BEACH IS A MUST-VISIT

July 23, 2024 |

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Musick Point: Discover This Epic Auckland Lookout

July 9, 2024 |

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Mercer Bay Loop: One of Auckland’s Most Iconic Walks

June 9, 2024 |

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WAIROA LOOP TRACK AND SUSPENSION BRIDGE TRACK

May 18, 2024 |

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Why Comans Track is Auckland’s Perfect Day Walk

May 9, 2024 |

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MOUNT VICTORIA LOOKOUT – ONE OF THE BEST VIEWS OF AUCKLAND

May 1, 2024 |

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EXPLORING WEST COAST AUCKLAND: 7 INCREDIBLE LOCATIONS

March 13, 2024 |

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10 STUNNING AUCKLAND LOOKOUTS (2024)

March 7, 2024 |

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Omanawanui Track: A Guide to a Must-Do Auckland Hike

February 29, 2024 |

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WHAT IS IT LIKE TO LIVE IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND

February 14, 2024 |

Te Toka-Tapu-a-Kupe / Ninepin Rock, Whatipū from Omanawanui track

Whatipū Beach: An Auckland Day Trip You Have to Make

February 9, 2024 |

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10 THINGS TO EXPECT WHEN VISITING AUCKLAND (2024)

January 12, 2024 |