Ridge and Reef (Meola) is an exciting outdoor adventure in Auckland, New Zealand. Participants embark on a guided hike along the Meola Ridge, enjoying panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscapes. The journey continues to Meola Reef, where participants can explore the rocky shores and learn about the area’s geological and ecological significance
Duration: day / 6-8hrs
An extended and exciting version of our first stage Reef-only walk, we head to the source of the 11km lava flow to Mt St John. We start at the volcano, with a 360 degree view of the city and can see our Meola Reef destination in the distance. We walk through praks, reservces and other valocanic fields, tracing the lava flow to our tidal reef. Once we arrive at Meola Reef Reserve, we continue out to the water and begin our normal Meola Reef tour.
This is our Ki uta ki tai / Mountain-to-Sea path (Ridge to Reef).
Auckland’s longest lava flow (11km) from Te Kōpuke / Mt St. John volcano since 28,500-years covers 14 hectares with its two kilometer long tidal tongue basalt reef in the Waitematā Harbour.
Ages 9+
Meet at Te Kōpuke / Mt St. John; the highest point. See location map below. Confused? Half of the mystery and excitement is finding the SNM team up the top; it is not that hard; we can always ring each other!
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Meet the SNM Meola Reef team, enjoy panoramic views.
Use your dead reckoning and spatial awareness to find the path to the sea.
Arrive at the Meola Reef Reserve, continue onto and through the reef, look back to where yo came, enjoy the rewards.
The Meola Reef walk is an urban city outdoor adventure. It explores an old lava reef, only navigable during low-tide. One sees the city from a different persepctive and feels like they are in the wilderness.
It is therapeutic, insightful and empowering! Another hidden gem by SNM; an outdoor experience close to home. Learn about all kinds of flora and fauna. Get off the beaten path, away from the crowds and embrace your inner explorer.
We select the best staff for the job based on their skills, knolwedge and experiences. They will be an SNM staff member or we will bring in support from equally competent contractors. Sometimes we also bring in (semi)celebrity guests!
