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Family-friendly Matakana art tours from Auckland

Large group tours Matakana art and Kiwi bird experience

Private guided tours of Matakana for families

Family-friendly Matakana art tours from Auckland
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Matakana Art & Kiwi Classic Experience
Escape the city for a private afternoon tour from Auckland to the creative and wild heart of Matakana, where art, nature, and native wildlife come together. Wander through the Sculptureum’s captivating sculpture gardens, explore boutique galleries and gift stores in Matakana Village, and enjoy a relaxed dinner featuring fresh, locally sourced cuisine by the river. As evening falls, venture into the Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary on a guided night walk through native bushland, where you'll listen for the haunting calls of New Zealand’s iconic kiwi and possibly spot one in the wild. This rare Matakana experience combines art, food, and kiwi bird watching in one unforgettable twilight journey.
Why Book This Tour With Us?
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Private luxury tour from Auckland with your own personal driver guide.
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Flexible timing and pacing designed entirely around you.
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Seamless pickup and drop-off from any Auckland location.
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Crafted for travellers who value depth, comfort, and privacy.
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Discover Sculptureum’s award-winning art gardens and indoor galleries.
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Enjoy a relaxed farm-to-table dinner in Matakana Village.
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Join a guided night walk with high chances of spotting wild kiwi in native forest.
Tour Highlights
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Scenic afternoon drive from Auckland through rolling countryside and coastal views.
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Discover the creative world of Sculptureum with over 800 artworks set in native gardens.
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Visit six stunning indoor art galleries that celebrate imagination and nature.
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Stroll through Matakana Village’s boutique galleries, artisan stores, and riverside charm.
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Enjoy a relaxed farm-to-table dining experience in a tranquil local setting.
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Venture into Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary for an unforgettable kiwi bird watching experience.
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Guided night walk through native forest with the chance to hear or spot the elusive kiwi in the wild.
Journey Inclusions
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Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
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Pick up and drop off from Auckland.
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Refreshments and water onboard.
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Complimentary high-speed internet onboard.
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English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
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Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation.
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Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
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Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.
Tour Inclusions
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Self-guided indoor art galleries & outdoor gardens at Sculptureum.
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Cafe style dinner in Matakana.
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3-hour fully guided small group Kiwi watching & wilderness experience.
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