Muriwai Beach is a *black-sand surf beach* and surrounding area that is a popular recreational area for Aucklanders. It is located on the west coast of the Auckland Region in the North Island of New Zealand. The Muriwai Regional Park includes a nesting site for a large colony of gannets . You will walk around the beach to enjoy the black sand, and the cave when it's right at the low tide time.

Soljans Estate Winery is a family-owned winery and bistro located in Kumeu Wine Country, West Auckland, New Zealand. They produce richly flavored New Zealand wines, including their famous Fusion Sparkling Muscat, which is New Zealand's most awarded sparkling wine. They are open every day and feature a café, cellar door, gift store and tours of the winery. You will enjoy the NZ wine tasting.

Piha is New Zealand's most famous surf beach. It is situated on the west coast of the North Island, 40 kms from the city of Auckland. This black iron-sand beach has a reputation for awesome surf which rolls in over the Tasman Sea. It is one of the most popular beaches in the area and a major day-trip destination for Aucklanders throughout the year, and especially in summer. You will enjoy the scenery of the Piha beach with the Lion Rock.