Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour
- Duration: 7 Hours (approx.)
- Location: Saint Heliers, Auckland
- Product code: PWRWT
Wine, vineyards delicious cuisine, rainforest and ecological beauty abound on this tour. The Henderson Valley is the historical heartland of the Auckland wine industry with Piha one of the finest jewels in Auckland’s crown.
Head up into the stunning Waitakere Ranges for magnificent elevated views of this native rain forest reserve on th West Coast of Auckland. Then head to the remote West Coast black sand surf beach settlement of Piha . Take photos of 'Lion Rock' and spectacular North Piha beach.
Next head down into the rainforest itself and take a short hike to see the beautiful Karekare Waterfalls
After a 50 minute drive through the Rages and farmland stop and enjoy a tasting of varietals and blends at Soljans Winery and then take an open menu one course lunch in their Vineyard Cafe. Soljans menu is comprehensive with a range of fresh fish, steak, pork, chicken, vegetarian and other dishes served daily.
Finally visit family owned West Brook Wines established in 1935 for a cellar door tasting. Situated in the picturesque Waimauku Valley you can try award winning Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Malbec from their own vineyard as well as Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir from their estates in Marlborough.
