During your visit to the All Blacks Experience, you'll embark on a 45-minute guided tour, delving into the essence of what it means to be an All Black. Learn about the dedication, discipline, and determination required to make and shape these legendary athletes. Experience the power and passion behind the iconic All Blacks haka, up close and personal, as you immerse yourself in their story.
Following the tour, you'll have the opportunity to put your rugby skills to the test in our interactive zone. Challenge yourself against All Blacks and Black Ferns players in a hands-on experience that promises excitement and adrenaline. Whether you're a seasoned rugby enthusiast or a newcomer to the sport, this interactive session offers a thrilling opportunity to engage with the game like never before.

Immerse yourself in the world of the Kiwi at our interactive exhibit, where you'll connect with New Zealand's beloved national icon like never before. Engage with our interactive displays, offering fascinating insights into the life and habits of the Kiwi. Step into the nocturnal house to observe these remarkable birds in their natural habitat, and discover the secrets behind hatching a Kiwi chick.
If you're fortunate, you may even witness the awe-inspiring sight of a newly hatched Kiwi chick, a truly unforgettable experience that highlights our commitment to conservation efforts.
Join us for an informative and engaging tour, offered daily, suitable for visitors of all ages. Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for these unique creatures and the vital conservation work being done to protect them for generations to come.

The Auckland Hop-on Hop-off tour offers the ideal introduction to the city, granting access to its top attractions and providing excellent photo opportunities aboard our open-top and glass-roof buses. With this tour, visitors can explore the city at their own pace, hopping on and off at their leisure to immerse themselves in Auckland's rich culture and iconic sights. Whether capturing stunning views from the top deck or enjoying a panoramic vista through the glass roof, passengers are sure to create lasting memories of their Auckland adventure.

Experience Auckland’s SkyCity Precinct, the Entertainment Capital of New Zealand. Unleashed is the city’s newest location-based experience. It offers a 90-minute guided movie-making tour, along with a range of other unique experiences.It's your chance to explore interactive and immersive make-believe film sets, focusing on the worlds of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi. It's your chance to get up-close and hands-on with enchanting environments, resident creatures, hyper-realistic giants, a galactic robot, and much more. Photo opportunities throughout.
Be Unleashed. Your 90-minute guided experience includes:
Part 1: Horror
The animatronics and prosthetics department are working on the horror film Fauna. Visitors who dare, may enter the claustrophobic horror film set, where something lingers in the shadows..
Part 2: Fantasy
Enter our very own Artists’ Shed, a peaceful haven that shows the process of fantasy world-building through the imaginations of concept artists, who dream up a world designed for the epic movie Age of the Ever-Clan. Step through the curtain and enter their fantastical world….
Part 3: Sci-fi
It’s time to walk onto a film set of the science fiction adventure movie Origins. Projected light plays across the stage and a stunning light display with an epic intergalactic soundtrack begins. A gigantic robot and epic spaceship immerse you in an atmospheric sci-fi wonder.

At our 'Intro into special effects' creative workshop, our Weta Workshop Unleashed crew will teach the basic tricks of the trade to deliver realistic prosthetic effects that will make your friends and family cringe in terror, and giggle with horrified delight.
The thrill of hands-on creative workshops is experiencing what it’s like to be a practical effects artist working on the movies, creating ghastly effects for a variety of scenes.
Your guided experience includes:
You’ll be guided through a Workshop brief based on the faux horror movie Fauna, featured in the Weta Workshop Unleashed experience.Your crew member will take you through the brief, examine the movie scene to understand the prosthetic required, then dive right into the techniques needed to bring that scene to life in all its bloody glory.
Everything you need to complete your prosthetic will be provided along with personal instruction, so you can craft a truly gruesome special effect. Workshop sizes are limited so that everyone can get the personalised attention they need to have fun and create something truly ghastly.
You’ll receive a Certificate of Creativity upon completion of the workshop along with a copy of the Workshop’s own recipe for fake blood that we use in the movies.

At our 'Intro into world building' creative workshop, our crew will teach the basic tricks of the trade to help you turn your imagination into reality. Experience what it’s like to be a practical effects artist, making real miniature environments and landscapes for a setting in a movie scene.
Your guided experience includes:
Turn your fantasy world, into reality. Creating a physical miniature landscape that feels like a real environment with believable elements, isn't as hard as you think. You need to be creative, yes, but our Unleashed crew will help you extract your inner artist and teach you the skills you need to create your imaginary world.
You’ll be guided through a Workshop brief based on our original fantasy movie, the Age of the Ever-Clan, featured in the W?t? Workshop Unleashed experience. Your crew member will take you through the brief, examine the movie scene to understand the miniature required, and then dive right into the techniques needed to bring that scene to life.
Feel what it's like to be a movie artist : Everything you need to create your fantasy world will be provided, along with personal instruction so you can craft a truly believable environment. Workshop sizes are limited so that everyone can get the personalised attention they need to have fun and create something amazing.
Certificate of Creativity: You’ll receive a Certificate of Creativity upon completion of the workshop.

Step aboard the Auckland Explorer Bus, the city's original hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour, and receive a warm "Kia ora" welcome. Explore Auckland's top attractions at their own pace, accompanied by engaging commentary and friendly service throughout the journey. With the flexibility to hop on and off as desired, passengers can tailor their exploration to suit their interests and schedule. Whether it's admiring iconic landmarks, immersing oneself in the city's history, or simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere, the Auckland Explorer Bus promises an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Sit back, relax, and let the tour guide you through the best that Auckland has to offer!

Embark on New Zealand's most extraordinary whale and dolphin watching adventure, departing directly from downtown Auckland. Join a 4.5-hour cruise aboard the luxurious 'Dolphin Explorer' as we explore the stunning Hauraki Gulf Marine Park in search of encounters with its remarkable marine wildlife.
Departing from the Viaduct Basin, conveniently located near major hotels and hostels in Auckland Central, our 65-foot (20-metre) catamaran offers a comfortable journey. From the spacious open deck, admire iconic Auckland landmarks while keeping an eye out for orca and dolphins. Expert commentary and interactive research activities enhance the experience, with the chance to spot Bryde’s whales, common dolphins, and other fascinating marine creatures.
1st April 2024 – 30th April 2024
Safaris operates seven days a week with one standard departure time (morning charters available on request)
Check-in closes 1:15pm
Safari departs 1:30pm
Returns 6:00pm 
1st May 2024 – 31st October 2024
Safaris operates seven days a week with one standard departure time
Check-in closes 10:15am
Safari departs 10:30am
Returns 3:00pm 
Safaris operates seven days a week, with two departure times (excluding Christmas Day)

Embark on a journey into the enchanting realm of the Lord of the Rings with a guided excursion to Hobbiton. Delight in a roundtrip transfer from Auckland and explore every enchanting nook of this iconic film set accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. Indulge in a Hobbit-style lunch at a captivating themed venue.
Meet your driver guide in Auckland and embark on a contemporary, air-conditioned coach equipped with onboard WiFi.
Uncover the undulating hills, pathways, and charming Hobbit dwellings featured in the movies, expertly led by your guide as you wander through the set. Stand at the threshold and venture inside a Hobbit hole, glimpsing where the esteemed Hobbit Bilbo Baggins once resided. Immerse yourself in captivating anecdotes from your guide about the intricacies of the film production process.
Conclude your Middle Earth escapade with a refreshing beer, ale, cider, or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn. Then, relish a sumptuous buffet lunch reminiscent of a Hobbit feast at the Party Marquee. Following your tour and delectable meal, reboard your coach and journey back to Auckland.

Joining this tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore two of New Zealand's most renowned attractions: the Hobbiton Movie Set and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, all in a day trip from Auckland. Commencing with pickup from your central Auckland hotel, the journey southward traverses the Bombay Hills, treating you to panoramic vistas of the Waikato Region and the picturesque Hauraki Plains.
Arriving at The Shire's Rest in Matamata, the esteemed home of the Hobbiton Movie Set, your guide ensures a seamless entry, allowing you to delve into the Movie Set with an official 2.5-hour tour, encompassing the charming Hobbit Holes on Bagshot Row. Expertly led through the 10-acre site, you'll uncover captivating insights into the creation of the Hobbiton Movie Set, witnessing iconic features such as the Hobbit Holes, The Green Dragon Inn, and The Mill. Indulge in a complimentary specially-brewed beverage at The Green Dragon Inn, enhancing your immersive experience.
Subsequently, journey to the captivating Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where a light Kiwi-style lunch awaits you at The Homestead in Waitomo. En route, engage in lively conversations and share tales from your Hobbiton adventure with fellow travelers. Glide serenely by boat within the renowned caves, marveling at the myriad of enchanting glowworms illuminating the darkness. Your guide, likely a descendant of the Maori Chief who first explored the Caves, will regale you with the rich history of the area.
Stroll through the majestic Cathedral Cave, renowned for its exceptional acoustics, before embarking on the return journey through some of New Zealand's most scenic countryside. Following the majestic Waikato River northward for part of the way back to Auckland, you'll pass by Taupiri, notable for its sacred Maori burial ground. The day culminates with your return to the comfort of your accommodation, leaving you with cherished memories of this extraordinary excursion.