Kayak to the iconic Whenuakura Island, also known as Donut Island, on this guided adventure. Paddle through crystal-clear waters as you explore the stunning lagoon and learn about the unique wildlife sanctuary. With expert guides leading the way, discover hidden bays and breathtaking natural formations. This eco-friendly experience ensures you connect with nature while creating unforgettable memo…
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- Learn to surf at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand’s most iconic and beginner-friendly beach. - Enjoy small group sizes (max 8) for personalised guidance from expert, certified instructors. - Perfect for beginners, with step-by-step lessons in a safe, fun, and supportive environment. - All equipment provided, including surfboard and wetsuit—just bring swimwear and a towel. - Gain ocean awareness and…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our motto. We are sure you will have a fabulous day out and get to experience a "taste of Rotorua". Join us in experiencing Te Puia which is home to Pohutu Geyser which erupts multiple times in a day, bubbling mud, the kiwi conservation centre and Maori Arts and Crafts Institute w…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews7 h 30 minFree cancellation
Relax sit back to take in interesting and informative commentary about the harbour, region, local legends and history. The ancient Maori Legend of Mount Maunganui is retold as we cruise past the icons base. See the Statue of Tangaroa as he guards the Harbour entrance & learn of his place in Maori folk law. Cross the entrance of Te Awanui, (Tauranga harbour). Tuck into the picturesque shores of Ma…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Our tours are all tailored for cruise passengers, and we will meet you at the port. We time our trips to fit your docking time, and will have you back with plenty of time to spare. Our small group tours ensure you get plenty of local knowledge and have fun with a more personalised approach. Ditch the impersonal big bus tours for our fully guided, friendly and fun-filled options. Enjoy treats and…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews8 hFree cancellation
Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata. This farm is one that Peter Jackson fell in love with, and we now know as Middle Earth. The Lord of the Rings director picked a spot of lush, rolling, green hills to create the Hobbiton set. Enjoy a guided tour through the hobbit holes, Bagshot Row, the Mill,…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews5 h
Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua. After the Māori Village tour we head to Waiariki Spa (adults only). Nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua a world class spa awaits. Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is a luxury Māori cultural wellness thermal retreat for adults. Wai Ariki…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews7 hFree cancellation
Explore the unique blend of Māori culture and geothermal wonders on this full-day tour from Tauranga Cruise Port. Beginning with a scenic drive through the Bay of Plenty, you'll visit a kiwifruit orchard, stop for morning tea with local treats, experience traditional geothermal cooking, enjoy a guided tour of Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village. Witness the spectacular Pohutu Geyser and cult…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews7 hFree cancellation
This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private tour which means you will be joined at the Hobbiton movie set as they are doing only group tours. You will experience Middle Earth and the Shire on a 2.5 hour tour that is shared with other guests.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews7 hFree cancellation
DEPARTS TAURANGA - Experience a slice of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua on this scenic six-hour journey filled with coastal beauty, towering forests, geothermal parks, and local hidden gems. PLEASE NOTE: This tour does enter the geothermal valley for the geyser eruption. If you would like to see this please book the Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews6 hFree cancellation
Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Why is Tauranga known as a lifestyle and tourism destination? Tauranga has many outlying islands and reefs, which make it a notable tourist destination for traveling scuba…
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A half day cruise on our spacious 18 meter vessel with 360° outdoor views. Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching. Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand. Close-up encounters with seasonal marine wildlife – penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, school fish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca. Onboard commentary and references…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation
- Discounted Family rates. - Small group sizes (max 8) with expert, certified instructors ensuring a safe experience. - Tailored for ages 10+, and all skill levels - making it perfect for beginners and kids alike. - All equipment provided, including boards and wetsuits—just bring swimwear and a towel. - Learn ocean safety and master basics like paddling and standing on the board together. - Bond…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
This unique walking tour allows guests to enjoy their experience by learning about the ancient history of Mount Maunganui dating back to the arrival period of our Māori ancestors to current day. A highlight is the ancient pohutukawa tree that was used in tribal rituals. This tree is believed to be one of the oldest in New Zealand. The stories told at the locations are not well-known by many local…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 hFree cancellation
Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your way to Rotorua, you will smell it before you see it, a geothermal wonderland that is still home to Tuhourangi and Ngati Wahiao people. Wander the trail network circling around bubbling mud pots and spouting geysers while learning about the heritage of tho…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews8 hFree cancellation
Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Explore the wonders of Rotorua with a private tour made up of your choice of sights to visit (up to 11 passengers). Six hour min duration, ensuring you get the full experience. Please note that entry fees to destinations are not included in the tour price. On our journey back to your ship, sit back and enjoy the memories you m…
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Paddling a Waka Ama (Outrigger Canoe) along the beautiful Pilot Bay beach, and taking a 90 minute guided walk through with local Maori. Guests are bonded through collaboration on the water, experiencing paddling in unison to make the waka (canoe) glide. Then on to experience the local area with local Māori guides who share ancestral stories, history, and insights about the environment and culture…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellation
What sets this SUP Adventure apart is the opportunity to connect with our local Māori instructors and hear stories of our ancestors, their traditions, and how they lived on Mount Maunganui. Guests paddle along the coastline, explore a nearby beach, and take a short guided walk on Mauao while learning about the local environment and our values of caring for the land and sea. This combination of ac…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Immerse yourself in the historic and picturesque city of Tauranga on this self-guided audio tour of the city. Tauranga is the arrival point of the Māori in New Zealand. In this audio tour, you will explore the beautiful waterfront and hear the tales of how the Māori crossed the Pacific Ocean in the…
★★★★★★★★★★3.0(2)Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews5 hFree cancellation
This tour visits many of the natural "foodie" delights of The Coastal Bay of Plenty, including the superfoods, kiwifruit & avocados. During the day you also see & walk in a variety of natural environments & scenic areas in the region as well as tasting product & hearing about how those products are produced. This is a small group tour that avoids the anonymity of larger tours.
★★★★★★★★★★4.0(1)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews7 hFree cancellation
If dramatic views, stunning gardens, quirky sculptures and tasty food is your vibe, this is the tour for you! No worries about getting back to port on time, you are seeing the best this area has to offer without venturing too far afield.
★★★★★★★★★★4.0(1)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews4 hFree cancellation
We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand Service Trademark means we operate to a recognised national service standard focused on professionalism and genuine customer care. It reflects our commitment to delivering authentic New Zealand hospitality on every journey and beyond…
We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand Service Trademark means we operate to a recognised national service standard focused on professionalism and genuine customer care. It reflects our commitment to delivering authentic New Zealand hospitality on every journey and beyond…
We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand Service Trademark means we operate to a recognised national service standard focused on professionalism and genuine customer care. It reflects our commitment to delivering authentic New Zealand hospitality on every journey and beyond…
