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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.
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.
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Operated by Coast To Coast Tours Limited · Auckland, Auckland
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.
Kumeu’s vineyards sit on ancient alluvial terraces formed as Waitemata sediments met volcanic outwash; winemaking here blends decades‑old family estates like Soljan’s and West Brook with boutique modern presses. The culture is informal—family histories, lunchtime pizzas shared between tastings, and local beer at Hallertau if you opt in. At Muriwai, an important breeding site for Australasian gannets (August–March), the cliffline and black sand beach reveal a coastline shaped by strong Pacific swells and iron‑rich sands.
Practical guidance: allow 4–6 hours for the full circuit—three tasting stops plus the gannet lookout and beach walk. Expect short, mostly flat walks around cellar doors and a 15–30 minute cliffside viewpoint at Muriwai; bring windproof layers and good shoes for uneven paths. Wine, snacks and a pizza are included; optional craft beer tastings are extra. Pickup from central Auckland hotels is standard—confirm your pickup point 24–48 hours ahead.
This trip suits anyone comfortable with light walking, Australian‑style winery hospitality and a taste for coastal wildlife observation.
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.
Coast To Coast Tours Limited operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
Kumeu’s vineyards sit on ancient alluvial terraces formed as Waitemata sediments met volcanic outwash; winemaking here blends decades‑old family estates like Soljan’s and West Brook with boutique modern presses. The culture is informal—family histories, lunchtime pizzas shared between tastings, and local beer at Hallertau if you opt in. At Muriwai, an important breeding site for Australasian gannets (August–March), the cliffline and black sand beach reveal a coastline shaped by strong Pacific swells and iron‑rich sands.
Practical guidance: allow 4–6 hours for the full circuit—three tasting stops plus the gannet lookout and beach walk. Expect short, mostly flat walks around cellar doors and a 15–30 minute cliffside viewpoint at Muriwai; bring windproof layers and good shoes for uneven paths. Wine, snacks and a pizza are included; optional craft beer tastings are extra. Pickup from central Auckland hotels is standard—confirm your pickup point 24–48 hours ahead.
This trip suits anyone comfortable with light walking, Australian‑style winery hospitality and a taste for coastal wildlife observation.