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Learn to ride a Segway and glide through Devonport’s waterfront, Cheltenham Beach, and Victorian backstreets on this 90‑minute guided tour. Perfect for first‑timers, it combines instruction with classic views of Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf.
Learn to ride a Segway and glide through Devonport’s waterfront, Cheltenham Beach, and Victorian backstreets on this 90‑minute guided tour. Perfect for first‑timers, it combines instruction with classic views of Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf.
The first push of the throttle is gentle, like waking a small engine that already wants to go. A group gathers on the Devonport Ferry Terminal—ferry horns behind them, gulls cutting lines above—and within minutes an instructor has everyone standing upright on a Segway, helmet clipped, hands loose on the bars. The wharf slides back and the Hauraki Gulf opens: Rangitoto Island sits like a dark crown on the horizon, its volcanic slopes only 650 years old and still looking defiant against the sky.
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Operated by Magic Broomstick Segway Tours Ltd · Devonport, Auckland
The first push of the throttle is gentle, like waking a small engine that already wants to go. A group gathers on the Devonport Ferry Terminal—ferry horns behind them, gulls cutting lines above—and within minutes an instructor has everyone standing upright on a Segway, helmet clipped, hands loose on the bars. The wharf slides back and the Hauraki Gulf opens: Rangitoto Island sits like a dark crown on the horizon, its volcanic slopes only 650 years old and still looking defiant against the sky.
This 90‑minute Taste of the Segway is part skills clinic, part seaside promenade. After a focused training session on flat pavement, riders weave along the waterfront toward Cheltenham Beach, where the sea repeatedly tests the shore and the wind dares your balance. The return route cuts through Devonport’s back streets—Victorian villas lean in on narrow lanes, sports grounds smell of fresh-cut grass, and short hills offer opportunities to feel the Segway’s torque on an incline.
Devonport wears its layers of history simply. Māori waka used these shores long before the British fortified North Head in the 19th century; later, Victorian fashion shaped Victoria Road and the villas you’ll pass. Geologically the place is part of the Auckland volcanic field: Rangitoto’s young cone dominates the view and reminds riders that this harbor is as much shaped by eruptions as by tides.
Local guides bring this context alive with concise commentary—who lived here, why the forts were built, and where to find the best harbour views. Photography stops are frequent, and the machine makes it easy to frame action shots of riders with Rangitoto behind them.
Practical matters are straightforward. The operator supplies Segways and helmets and runs tours in most weather; sensible layers, closed-toe shoes, and a light waterproof are recommended. Weight and age limits apply (35–120 kg; minimum age varies by tour type), and groups are kept small—usually six people—so everyone gets personalized instruction. Expect about 30–40 minutes of actual riding covering roughly 3–4 km on paved paths, seawalls, and short residential hills.
For first-timers the tour is an achievable, low-impact way to move quickly through a scenic seaside village without breaking a sweat. For photographers it’s a chance to capture coastal light and vintage architecture from a nimble vantage. Book around ferry schedules and aim for morning or late afternoon to avoid the busiest summer crowds.
In short: it’s a short, social slice of Auckland’s seaside life—equal parts machine time, coastal view, and village discovery—with clear safety rules and enough context to turn a novelty ride into a memorable local introduction.
Yes—helmets are supplied and required for every participant.
Minimum age is 10 for the family/taste rides; weight must be between 35 kg and 120 kg (75–265 lbs).
No—guides provide one-on-one training and practice time before heading onto public paths.
Tours run in most conditions, but if it’s unsafe due to extreme weather you’ll be offered an alternative date or refund minus a small admin fee.
Meet inside the Devonport Ferry Terminal at the Fullers ticket office—if arriving by ferry, go through the first door as you disembark.
Yes—bring a phone or small camera and secure it with a strap; guides will pause for photo opportunities.
Magic Broomstick Segway Tours Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The first push of the throttle is gentle, like waking a small engine that already wants to go. A group gathers on the Devonport Ferry Terminal—ferry horns behind them, gulls cutting lines above—and within minutes an instructor has everyone standing upright on a Segway, helmet clipped, hands loose on the bars. The wharf slides back and the Hauraki Gulf opens: Rangitoto Island sits like a dark crown on the horizon, its volcanic slopes only 650 years old and still looking defiant against the sky.
The first push of the throttle is gentle, like waking a small engine that already wants to go. A group gathers on the Devonport Ferry Terminal—ferry horns behind them, gulls cutting lines above—and within minutes an instructor has everyone standing upright on a Segway, helmet clipped, hands loose on the bars. The wharf slides back and the Hauraki Gulf opens: Rangitoto Island sits like a dark crown on the horizon, its volcanic slopes only 650 years old and still looking defiant against the sky.
This 90‑minute Taste of the Segway is part skills clinic, part seaside promenade. After a focused training session on flat pavement, riders weave along the waterfront toward Cheltenham Beach, where the sea repeatedly tests the shore and the wind dares your balance. The return route cuts through Devonport’s back streets—Victorian villas lean in on narrow lanes, sports grounds smell of fresh-cut grass, and short hills offer opportunities to feel the Segway’s torque on an incline.
Devonport wears its layers of history simply. Māori waka used these shores long before the British fortified North Head in the 19th century; later, Victorian fashion shaped Victoria Road and the villas you’ll pass. Geologically the place is part of the Auckland volcanic field: Rangitoto’s young cone dominates the view and reminds riders that this harbor is as much shaped by eruptions as by tides.
Local guides bring this context alive with concise commentary—who lived here, why the forts were built, and where to find the best harbour views. Photography stops are frequent, and the machine makes it easy to frame action shots of riders with Rangitoto behind them.
Practical matters are straightforward. The operator supplies Segways and helmets and runs tours in most weather; sensible layers, closed-toe shoes, and a light waterproof are recommended. Weight and age limits apply (35–120 kg; minimum age varies by tour type), and groups are kept small—usually six people—so everyone gets personalized instruction. Expect about 30–40 minutes of actual riding covering roughly 3–4 km on paved paths, seawalls, and short residential hills.
For first-timers the tour is an achievable, low-impact way to move quickly through a scenic seaside village without breaking a sweat. For photographers it’s a chance to capture coastal light and vintage architecture from a nimble vantage. Book around ferry schedules and aim for morning or late afternoon to avoid the busiest summer crowds.
In short: it’s a short, social slice of Auckland’s seaside life—equal parts machine time, coastal view, and village discovery—with clear safety rules and enough context to turn a novelty ride into a memorable local introduction.