New Zealand Tours, Sailing Activities
Auckland is New Zealand's largest city with a population of just over one million people and growing fast. Although most think of it as the capital it is not. Auckland is however the centre of commerce and industry, and is perhaps the most colourful, bustling and multicultural city in the country. Auckland is the biggest Polynesian city in the world, and this cultural influence is reflected in many different aspects of city life.
The city's landscape is dominated by volcanic hills, the twin harbours, bays, beaches and islands. Its nickname 'the City of Sails' is very apt. Auckland has more boats per capita than anywhere else in the world.
Auckland New Zealand lies between the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours, and its geography is such that glistening waters seem to beckon from every point. It is a water lover's paradise for Auckland activities, with some of the best beaches, swimming, diving, fishing, sailing, windsurfing and watersports in the country.
Auckland has all of the large-scale attractions you would expect of a big city – museums, galleries, zoos and family amusement parks. Many are free or inexpensive.
Auckland's amazing geography and warm, humid climate has inspired a lifestyle that's regularly ranked in the world's top ten. In just half an hour you can be almost anywhere: sailing to an island, trekking through the rainforest, picnicking on a volcano, sampling wines at a vineyard or wandering a wild, black sand surf beach.
