Goat Island is often on the itineraries of travelers to Auckland. But this water-surrounded land mass shouldn't be your only stop in this area. Omaha Beach is not too far away and worth exploring.

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SkyCity Hotel

Auckland Central Business District

$912

per person

Apr 3 - Apr 8

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (QLA) to Auckland (AKL)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,887 reviews)

Great room, comfy bed, amazing facilities

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Park Hyatt Auckland

Auckland Central Business District

$1,559

per person

Mar 11 - Mar 16

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (QLA) to Auckland (AKL)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)

Beautiful room and staff excellent

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

The Grand by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District

$1,229

per person

Mar 17 - Mar 20

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Auckland (AKL)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,897 reviews)

Clean, great views, nice room. Great location

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Browse tours and tickets to explore Goat Island

Tours & day trips

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Goat Island Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners

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Private & custom tours

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Matakana Explorer Tour

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History & culture

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Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana

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Popular places to visit

Omaha Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Omaha Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Trekking on the North-South Coast Trail at Tawharanui. A beautiful walk with some stunning views of the Hauraki Gulf. There are a few big hills to climb but the views are worth it!

Tawharanui Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tawharanui Regional Park, a lovely green space in Tawharanui. Stroll along this quaint area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars.

Little farms and orchards with oceanic bay on the background. Auckland, New Zealand

Matakana Village

During your visit to Matakana, you can do some window-shopping at Matakana Village. Stroll along this quaint area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars.

Mathesons Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mathesons Bay during your travels in Auckland.

Reptile Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Reptile Park during your trip to Ti Point. Stroll along this quaint area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars.