Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the delicate wines of New Zealand’s North Island on this 3.5-hour wine tour from Auckland at Soljans Vineyard. Travel through the scenic Waimauku, Kumeu and Huapai regions with a guide and enjoy sweeping views over the pretty countryside. Stroll along the black sands at Muriwai and watch native gannets in the distance in rock outcrops- their natural habitat at Otakamiro Point. Then, visit another local winery and sample some of their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, or Sauvignon Blanc.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transport
National Park fees
Local taxes
Wine-tasting
Guide
Personal expenses
Lunch
There is NO food included on this tour
What To Expect
Muriwai Beach
Next you’ll be taken through beautiful rolling sheep and cattle country out to Muriwai, a seaside enclave popular with surfers and famous for its black sand beaches. Here you can watch the Gannets August to May courting, mating and rearing their young preparing them for the winter migration. There are spectacular views of the Tasman Sea and rugged West Coast from the lookouts.
Soljans Estate Winery
Soljans Estate was established in 1937 and is owned and operated by the 5th generation of the same family. They produce Estate Chardonnay and Pinot Gris and well as Marlborough Riesling , Gewurtztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. They produce Syrah and Cabernet Blends from Hawkes Bay and Sparkling Muscat from Gisborne. The also have an enviable reputation for their Tawny Ports.
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Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour PM
4 hour Scenic Wine Tour visiting two West Auckland wineries for tastings and visiting the Muriwai Black Sand Beach.
Duration: 4 hours
MINI BUS
Reviews
102 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What an amazing day. John...
Christine E,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an amazing day. John was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make sure we all had a great day.
Best Tour!
Shimmena A,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was really fantastic. John was the perfect guide who was so warm and friendly and genuinely wanted us to have the best time. Unlike other wine tours, we actually learned so much, thanks to John’s passion and knowledge. The weather was a little unpredictable, but John managed to fit in scenic stops and toon some great photos. We will forever cherish our memories of Auckland and will drink the wine forever! Don’t hesitate to book this tour!
We had the best time. ...
Ana L,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the best time. John is so knowledgable and the perfect tour guide who was only too happy to take countless photos of us at the various stops. A great experience for 3 ladies who travelled from Fiji
It was a pleasant way to...
Linda D,
Jun 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a pleasant way to spend an afternoon. John was extremely knowledgeable about the vineyards and the wines we were tasting. Learned quite a lot during the tour.
Wine tasting talks were...
Jonathan L,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wine tasting talks were very informative and the wine was good too! Murawai coastline worth seeing even on a rainy day
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