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Glide from Devonport’s ferry terminal to the summit of North Head on a guided Segway tour that pairs coastal panoramas with 19th-century fort history. Small groups and helmeted instruction make this an accessible introduction to Auckland’s volcanic coastline.
Glide from Devonport’s ferry terminal to the summit of North Head on a guided Segway tour that pairs coastal panoramas with 19th-century fort history. Small groups and helmeted instruction make this an accessible introduction to Auckland’s volcanic coastline.
You push off from the ferry terminal and the village hums behind you — a short glide past Victorian storefronts before the coastline opens and the land runs up into the volcanic cone of North Head. On two wheels the coast comes at you differently: the wind talks in your ears, the Hauraki Gulf stretches like a restless silver mirror, and a guide points out gun emplacements carved into the slope in the 1880s.
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Operated by Magic Broomstick Segway Tours Ltd · Devonport, Auckland
You push off from the ferry terminal and the village hums behind you — a short glide past Victorian storefronts before the coastline opens and the land runs up into the volcanic cone of North Head. On two wheels the coast comes at you differently: the wind talks in your ears, the Hauraki Gulf stretches like a restless silver mirror, and a guide points out gun emplacements carved into the slope in the 1880s.
Maungauika / North Head is an old volcano with strategic bones. The fort built here after the Russian scares of the 19th century became part of Auckland’s coastal defense network, its tunnels and concrete casemates quietly watching the shipping lanes. Before European fortifications, local Tāmaki Makaurau iwi used the hill for pa sites and food-gathering; the place carries both military and Māori stories layered into the ridgeline.
Geologically it’s compact: basalt flows and scoria define the cone and the paths that loop the summit. You’ll ride along paved tracks and firm gravel as your guide narrates — pointing out Auckland’s skyline across the water and the patchwork of beaches below. The experience is as much about place as motion: the Segway is a simple tool that lets you cover ground quickly while staying engaged with the environment.
Practical notes are straightforward. Tours run 2½ hours with small groups (max six), so you get hands-on instruction and time to practice the Segway before heading uphill. Helmets are provided; expect a short amount of walking when you explore tunnels and historic fortifications. The operator runs tours year-round, so dress for wind and sun and choose a time that suits light and crowds — early slots are quieter and offer cleaner morning light for photos.
Safety is part of the rhythm: weight limits apply (35–120 kg / 75–265 lbs), and minimum ages vary by route (13+ for North Head). Guides will refuse service to anyone clearly intoxicated — this is a public reserve and a heritage site, and the company keeps standards strict to protect both riders and structures.
For travelers staying in Auckland, the ferry trip over to Devonport is short and scenic, and the village itself is an enjoyable place to linger with cafés and galleries after the tour. Bring sunscreen, a wind layer, and shoes you can climb stairs in: you’ll want to move from saddle to stairwell to tunnel with confidence. If you want photographs of Auckland framed by fort walls, plan the tour around sunrise or late afternoon for the best directional light.
In short: this Segway tour converts a compact, historically charged landscape into a fast, accessible coastal adventure — equal parts local history, geology, and coastal panoramas, delivered with the efficiency of electric balance and a guide who knows the stories beneath your wheels.
Minimum age is 13 for the North Head tour and participant weights must be between 35–120 kg (75–265 lbs). Children under 13 can join other family rides.
Meet inside the Devonport Ferry Terminal building next to the ferry ticket office at the end of the terminal where ferries depart for Auckland City.
No; guides provide one-to-one instruction and practice time before the tour departs, so beginners can join confidently.
Tours operate in most weather but may be rescheduled or refunded if conditions make riding unsafe; you'll be offered an alternative date or refund minus an administration fee.
Yes, helmets and live guided commentary are included in the tour price.
The tour involves some walking and stair climbs; it’s not recommended for people who cannot climb stairs unaided or who have significant mobility limitations.
Magic Broomstick Segway Tours Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off from the ferry terminal and the village hums behind you — a short glide past Victorian storefronts before the coastline opens and the land runs up into the volcanic cone of North Head. On two wheels the coast comes at you differently: the wind talks in your ears, the Hauraki Gulf stretches like a restless silver mirror, and a guide points out gun emplacements carved into the slope in the 1880s.
You push off from the ferry terminal and the village hums behind you — a short glide past Victorian storefronts before the coastline opens and the land runs up into the volcanic cone of North Head. On two wheels the coast comes at you differently: the wind talks in your ears, the Hauraki Gulf stretches like a restless silver mirror, and a guide points out gun emplacements carved into the slope in the 1880s.
Maungauika / North Head is an old volcano with strategic bones. The fort built here after the Russian scares of the 19th century became part of Auckland’s coastal defense network, its tunnels and concrete casemates quietly watching the shipping lanes. Before European fortifications, local Tāmaki Makaurau iwi used the hill for pa sites and food-gathering; the place carries both military and Māori stories layered into the ridgeline.
Geologically it’s compact: basalt flows and scoria define the cone and the paths that loop the summit. You’ll ride along paved tracks and firm gravel as your guide narrates — pointing out Auckland’s skyline across the water and the patchwork of beaches below. The experience is as much about place as motion: the Segway is a simple tool that lets you cover ground quickly while staying engaged with the environment.
Practical notes are straightforward. Tours run 2½ hours with small groups (max six), so you get hands-on instruction and time to practice the Segway before heading uphill. Helmets are provided; expect a short amount of walking when you explore tunnels and historic fortifications. The operator runs tours year-round, so dress for wind and sun and choose a time that suits light and crowds — early slots are quieter and offer cleaner morning light for photos.
Safety is part of the rhythm: weight limits apply (35–120 kg / 75–265 lbs), and minimum ages vary by route (13+ for North Head). Guides will refuse service to anyone clearly intoxicated — this is a public reserve and a heritage site, and the company keeps standards strict to protect both riders and structures.
For travelers staying in Auckland, the ferry trip over to Devonport is short and scenic, and the village itself is an enjoyable place to linger with cafés and galleries after the tour. Bring sunscreen, a wind layer, and shoes you can climb stairs in: you’ll want to move from saddle to stairwell to tunnel with confidence. If you want photographs of Auckland framed by fort walls, plan the tour around sunrise or late afternoon for the best directional light.
In short: this Segway tour converts a compact, historically charged landscape into a fast, accessible coastal adventure — equal parts local history, geology, and coastal panoramas, delivered with the efficiency of electric balance and a guide who knows the stories beneath your wheels.