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Spend a day tasting Kumeu’s acclaimed wines, walk the black sands of Muriwai and watch gannets on the cliffs. This 4–6 hour circuit mixes boutique cellar doors, a scenic beach stop and a relaxed, guided tasting experience.
Spend a day tasting Kumeu’s acclaimed wines, walk the black sands of Muriwai and watch gannets on the cliffs. This 4–6 hour circuit mixes boutique cellar doors, a scenic beach stop and a relaxed, guided tasting experience.
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You step off the minivan into a cool west‑Auckland breeze; to one side the vineyards fall away in neat rows, to the other the Tasman Sea hisses against black sand cliffs. The morning begins with vineyards—stone buildings, French oak barrels and staff who will guide you through pinot gris and chardonnay grown in Kumeu’s free‑draining soils—then winds out to Muriwai where gannets ride the onshore thermals and cliffs drop away in raw, dark bands.
easy.
4–6 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect short walks (5–30 minutes) on farm tracks and a cliff viewpoint with stairs and uneven ground.
The tour runs approximately 4–6 hours depending on traffic and time spent at each vineyard and the Muriwai lookout.
Yes—wine tastings and pizzas/snacks are included; craft beer tastings at Hallertau are optional and at your own cost.
Yes—central Auckland hotel pickup is available; you’ll be asked to confirm your pickup point when booking and drivers typically collect guests about 30 minutes before departure.
Gannet breeding season runs from August through March—visit in that period for the most active colonies and chick sightings.
Kumeu’s viticulture stretches back several decades with family estates like Soljan’s and the Ivicevich family’s West Brook tracing immigrant winemaking traditions that shaped West Auckland’s wine identity.
Muriwai is an important breeding site—stay on designated paths and observation points to avoid disturbing nesting birds; wineries in Kumeu often follow sustainable practices like careful water use and responsible land management.
Coast To Coast Tours Limited operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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