22 Of The Best Warmer Weather Activities To Do In Auckland

For those who love the warmer days, outdoor activities, festivals and bundles of fun, we’ve found 22 perfect warmer weather activities to get you excited this summer in Auckland.

1. Wild On Waiheke

This boutique vineyard on Waiheke Island combines an array of activities with great wine, beer and food. Think archery and laser claybird shooting, competitive team building, giant chess boards to play on and more for the perfect adventure. Perhaps, an excellent Christmas party idea this season.

📍82 Onetangi Road, Waiheke Island 1971, New Zealand

2. Kayaking

Why not kayak to Rangitoto Island? Fergs Kayaks offers tours for both beginners and experts. For instance, there is a 6-hour kayaking sunset tour, which includes one hour of paddling, followed by a hike to the volcano summit. Indeed, one of the best warmer weather activities in Auckland.

3. Visit a rooftop bar

Relax atop one of Auckland’s best rooftop bars. For example, Sunset Bar is a new dance rooftop serving Indian food with epic views that recently opened in Auckland.

4. Rainbow’s End

This unique theme park is just what you need to get your adrenaline pumping. With plenty of rides, spend the day here and never get bored. For those afraid of heights, you could opt to do the bumper boats or laser tag play zone.

📍 2 Clist Crescent, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104, New Zealand

5. SkyJump Auckland

Another adrenaline-pumping adventure right in the heart of the CBD. Opt to skyjump or skywalk off New Zealand’s tallest building at 328m high. Certainly, it’s worth the cost for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

📍72 Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1141, New Zealand

6. Camping

Auckland is home to more than 40 rustic campsites, and plenty are on the coast. Grab your mates, pack beers and food and unwind under the stars.

7. Attend a festival

From foodie adventures to unmissable music festivals, most events happen over the warmer months. Select one of the best festivals to attend in Auckland here.

8. Waiheke Horse Riding

Head to Waiheke Island for an epic horse-riding tour on Woodside Bay. Let loose and ride along the beaches while embracing the stunning scenery the island has to offer. It makes a great weekend family activity or friends’ getaway. For more information, see the Waiheke Island Tours website.

📍 Waiheke Island, Auckland 

9. Butterfly Creek

Explore the tropical butterfly house, dinosaur kingdom and get up close and personal with some wildlife like New Zealand’s only saltwater crocodiles, Scar and Goldie. Animal enthusiasts will adore this spot for a day of fun.

📍 10 Tom Pearce Drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland 2022, New Zealand

10. Wine Tasting

There’s plenty of places to go wine tasting in Auckland. But Mudbrick Vineyard on Waiheke Island is one of the most romantic dining restaurants, offering an outdoor fireplace, stunning views, gardens to explore and much more.

📍Waiheke Island, Auckland 

11. Hobbiton

The Hobbit and Lord Of The Rings filming locations make a great day trip and one of the best things to do near Auckland this season. Just a two-hour drive from the city, get ready to explore Alexander family sheep farm, the 12-acre set of the Hobbit Holes and learn how the movies were made.

📍 Matamata, Waikato, New Zealand

12. Piha Beach

As one of the best beaches in Auckland, there’s an array of exciting activities to do just 40 minutes west of the city. Enjoy a picnic, explore the gannet colony, surf, climb Lion Rock, admire a sunset…the list is endless.

13. Climb Mt Eden

The sunnier days is the perfect time to hike one of the most instagrammable places in Auckland: Mt Eden. Boasting 360-degree views of the city, it’s an excellent place to admire everything afar.

14. Vector Wero Whitewater Park

This spot is perfect for people of all ages who want to enjoy watersports. Think rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, and plenty more lake activities. Plus, it’s one of the best things to do without alcohol in Auckland.

📍 770 Great South Road, Wiri, Auckland 2104, New Zealand

15. Archie Brothers

On a dull day, head to this neon lit gaming cocktail bar. It’s an ideal place to get competitive on a date or with some friends, while sipping your favourite cocktails. From bowling to VR gaming and video games…you won’t be bored.

📍309 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland 1023, New Zealand

16. Host a unique birthday party

Recently, we listed an array of awesome ideas for someone’s next adult birthday party. Certainly, an exciting colder weather activity to look forward to this season.

📍Various Locations 

17. Hot Springs

Another one of the best warmer weather activities. Why not visit many hot pools around Auckland? Opt to take a short ferry ride and trek to Kaitoke Hot Springs in Great Barrier Island.

📍 Great Barrier Island , Auckland

18. Watch a sunset or sunrise

Whether you want to capture the perfect shot on your camera or in your mind, you’ve got visit one of the best sunset and sunrises places in Auckland this season.

📍 Various Locations

19. Instagrammable Auckland

If you’re lucky enough to live close one of the most Instagrammable eateries in Auckland, then get yourself dressed up for an ig-worthy adventure. Alternatively, hunt down the most instagrammable food dishes in Auckland.

20. Auckland Zoo

Animal lovers will enjoy a day at the zoo, which hosts 144 different species, and over 1400 animals, with the biggest diversity of wildlife in New Zealand. Certainly, one of the best warmer weather activities. Book tickets via the Auckland Zoo website.

📍 Motions Rd, Auckland 1022, New Zealand

21. Sea Life Auckland

Why not visit marine life from the Pacific and Southern oceans? Alternatively, you could do the Animal Adventure jump which involves going snorkeling in a shark tank. Otherwise, get close to cute penguins, if the sharks are a little too much.

📍 23 Tamaki Drive, Orakei, Auckland 1071, New Zealand

22. Try out this new beachside cafe

Black Antler recently opened near the seafront at Browns Bay. It’s pet-friendly, serves all-day breakfasts and some of the best milkshakes around. Read all about it here.

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