Waitakere Ranges 🌲

#tesaruonbudget Just outside Auckland lies the wild beauty of the Waitakere Ranges. This regional park is full of rainforest walks, waterfalls, and rugged beaches. While some tracks have restrictions due to conservation efforts, many remain open and free to explore. For #tesaruonbudget travelers, it’s the perfect escape from the city without paying for long tours or transport. Highlights include Piha Beach, Kitekite Falls, and forested walking tracks that feel worlds away from urban life. Bring snacks, hiking shoes, and your camera—it’s a full-day adventure that costs nothing but gives you priceless memories of New Zealand’s natural beauty.