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Hobbiton & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga

Hobbiton & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga

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On this full-day shore excursion, take a journey deep into Middle Earth without the stress and strict scheduling of a large group tour. Drive from Tauranga into the heart of the Waikato with a small group and guide, also spend some time in the secluded New Zealand bush at McLaren Falls Park and see the striking titular waterfall.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$72.47
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US$72.47
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Shore Excursion: Local Tasting Tour from Tauranga

Shore Excursion: Local Tasting Tour from Tauranga

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Discover the prestigious food and drink purveyors of Tauranga and Karangahake when your ship pulls into port. Sip and savor a diverse array of tastings and two award-winning wineries. This shore excursion includes pickup and drop-off by minivan.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$114.36
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US$114.36

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights

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See the highlights of Rotorua on a full-day shore excursion from Tauranga. You’ll travel to one of New Zealand’s famed regions in the North Island, observing otherworldly landscapes and Pohutu Geyser at Whakarewarewa’s thermal springs. Visit Okere Falls at the Bay of Plenty; receive a traditional welcome at an authentic Maori village where you’ll watch a 'haka' (war dance); and view the Government Gardens, a historic bath house and more in Rotorua.
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
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US$104.68
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Te Puia Maori Cultural Centre and Rotorua City Sightseeing

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Te Puia Maori Cultural Centre and Rotorua City Sightseeing

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When your cruise ship docks in Tauranga, gain insight into New Zealand’s natural and cultural heritage on a shore excursion to Rotorua. At the Te Puia Maori cultural center, discover boiling mud pools and Pohutu Geyser on a walk through the Whakarewarewa geothermal valley; learn about Maori customs at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute; and spot the elusive kiwi bird.
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
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US$117.07
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US$117.07

7hr Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour - Departs Tauranga

7hr Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour - Departs Tauranga

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Leaving Tauranga you head south through rolling farmland and forestry, past Lake Rotorua and on to the magical Waimangu Valley where your guide will take you through the world’s youngest geothermal valley. Starting at the head of the valley you will wind your way down, passing a range of geothermal activity, hot springs, volcanic craters, nature and wildlife. Some highlights to look out for include the world's largest hot spring, and the brilliant blue Inferno Crater. The trails ultimately lead you down to the lake, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing 45 minute cruise around the tranquil waters of Lake Rotomahana. Throughout the cruise, you'll encounter stunning geothermal activity only accessible by boat, as well as rare native birdlife, and stunning views across the lake at the imposing Mount Tarawera. You can also listen to the onboard commentary of the historic stories of the lake, and hear about the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption that covered and destroyed the pink and white terraces.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$123.27
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6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga

6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga

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See, hear, smell, touch and taste on this full-day shore excursion from Tauranga. Experience the unique and special natural beauty of The Bay of Plenty. You will visit some out of the way spots that not everyone knows about and will go where the big buses don't. This tour is not a shuttle and will not drop you off anywhere to explore on your own. It is a fully guided small-group tour with a knowledgeable, fun and friendly tour guide. Along the way you will see and learn about the uniqueness that is New Zealand and you will learn about the geothermal region of Rotorua and its significance to the Maori people. We do not visit the commercial geothermal reserves on this tour, but we do see boiling mud pools, crystal clear bubbling hot springs, volcanic lakes and picturesque forests.  Please note that the ticket sent to you by Viator/TripAdvisor will show the standard tour departure time, we will advise an updated time when you book the tour which may be different, this is the one to use.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$92.29
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Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Tour Whakarewarewa 6.5hours Tour

Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Tour Whakarewarewa 6.5hours Tour

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Visit an authentic Living Maori Village deep in the geothermal region of Rotorua on this full-day excursion including a Hangi Lunch. Tour with a local Maori guide and learn about how the villagers have adapted to the harsh geothermal environment. You tour will also include visits to the famous Government Gardens and Rotorua Lake. This is a small group tour with a group size up to 18. Please note that the ticket sent to you by Viator/TripAdvisor will show the standard tour departure time. As the ships arrival time in port varies so much, we adjust the start and end times each day to suit the ships time in port. When your booking is accepted by us, we will confirm the true start time for the day, which overrides the time printed on your voucher. We use the correct times for the ship which we take from the Port of Tauranga web site and details provided to us by the ships booking agent as we also provide some of the official tours to the ship, so trust us.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$123.27
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US$123.27

Deluxe small group Cruise Day Tour, Rotorua, Tauranga & Mt Maunganui highlights

Deluxe small group Cruise Day Tour, Rotorua, Tauranga & Mt Maunganui highlights

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Easily explore the area outside the Port of Tauranga during this guided tour that includes port pickup and drop-off. First visit a New Zealand kiwi orchard, and get the chance to taste the native fruit yourself. Catch sight of natural wonders such as Okere Falls, Blue Lake, and Whakarewarewa Forest before going to taste New Zealand honey at a local farm (time permitting).
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  • 3 hours 55 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$127.50
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Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga

Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga

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Experience the magic of New Zealand’s North Island on this evening glow-worm kayak tour in Tauranga. Begin your tour with refreshments and delicious New Zealand cheeses on the banks of Lake McLaren. As day turns to night, hop into your kayak and paddle with your guide to the glow-worm canyon at the head of Lake McLaren. Marvel at the millions of bright green glow-worms clinging to the towering cliff sides, and gain insight into the life cycle of these fascinating creatures.
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  • 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$105.30
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Waitomo Caves and The Kiwi House

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Waitomo Caves and The Kiwi House

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Explore one of the North Island’s most impressive natural wonders and see the national symbol of New Zealand on this shore excursion from Tauranga. Walk through the caves to see stalagmites and stalactites before boarding a small boat to the incredible Waitomo Caves, filled with glittering glow-worms. Then visit the Otorohanga Kiwi House to learn more about the native birds. Port pickup and drop-off is included.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$201.31
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Ex Tauranga: Canopy Tree Walk / Te Puia Geysers - Private Shore Excursion

Ex Tauranga: Canopy Tree Walk / Te Puia Geysers - Private Shore Excursion

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Private Tour: Exclusive to your group only Kiwifruit & avocado orchards, lakes district, lush farmland, native bush, waterfalls & pine forest plantations. Redwoods Forest: World's Longest Canopy Tree Walk, 700 meters. 28 bridges.27 platforms. A majestic and magical adventure, the Redwoods Tree walk experience is truly a walk to remember. Suspended high above the forest floor, encounter 75-meter tall giant redwoods as you walk eco-suspended bridges & platforms. "Te Puia Geysers" Rotorua City - heartland of New Zealand's geothermal activity, Māori history and culture. See the historic sights of pre - European village, nocturnal Kiwi bird, wood & greenstone carvers at work. Surrounded by a steaming volcanic landscape, you'll see & feel the heat of boiling mud, hot water pools, & steam vents. Feel the force of "Pōhutu" geyser erupting, an awe-inspiring sight of the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere shooting boiling water & steam 100 ft above you. Plenty of adventure on this tour.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$699.00
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Ex Tauranga - Wia O Tapu Wonderland & Rotorua Geysers - Private Shore Excursion

Ex Tauranga - Wia O Tapu Wonderland & Rotorua Geysers - Private Shore Excursion

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Private tour: exclusive to your group only. Two of New Zealand's most spectacular Geothermal Parks. Small Groups, Max 4 people. Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland ... A self-guided tour following demarcated tracks through a stunning variety of volcanic phenomena. You’ll see fantastic naturally colored hot and cold pools, the world-famous Champagne Pool, massive craters and New Zealand’s largest boiling mud pool; Wai-O-Tapu was formed over thousands of years of continuous volcanic activity. Te Puia Geysers ... Heartland of Rotorua's geothermal activity & Maori culture. See and experience 'Pohutu' geyser the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere in action rumbling away as it erupts boiling water and steam up to 100 feet. An awesome sight. See & smell boiling mud pools, hot water pools, steam vents, a steaming volcanic landscape.
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Best of Tauranga & Rotorua's Hidden Secrets - Private Shore Tour

Best of Tauranga & Rotorua's Hidden Secrets - Private Shore Tour

Your adventure starts when I pick you up from the Port gates. See Mount Manganui's best surf beach, a walk to beautiful Moturiki Island, water falls, geothermal activity, boiling mud & hot water pools. On this tour, you will see kiwifruit & avocado orchards, the lakes district, lush farmland, native bush, and pine forest plantations as we pass through different regions. OPTIONAL: LUNCH AT THE SKYLINE GONDOLA CAFE AND PANORAMIC VIEWS OF LAKE ROTORUA. A short walk through the enchanting giant 75 ft high, 120 yr old Redwoods Forest. At Rotorua we see our most famed hot spots, highlights and hidden secrets as your tour guide takes you from place to place, I know the area like the back of my hand. We visit Kuirau geothermal park, boiling mud, hot water pools, steam vents and visit a Māori ancestral house. Explore Rotorua lake front and the wonderful Govt Gardens, Racheal's boiling hot water pool and an architectural gem, the Old Spa Bath House. Plenty to see and do on this tour.
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$656.00
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Full Day Waitomo Glow Worm Cave and Kiwi House Tour
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Full Day Waitomo Glow Worm Cave and Kiwi House Tour

Spend an afternoon under the stars experiencing one of New Zealand's best natural attractions. Explore a stunning 30 million year old cave system with breathtaking formations and finishing with a boat ride through the glow-worm grotto.
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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Hobbiton & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga
"Great tour. Both the falls and Hobbiton were above what we expected. Would do it again. Steve & his wife looked after all of us in a relaxed, friendly manner making it more enjoyable."..."
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Shore Excursion: Local Tasting Tour from Tauranga
"Four friends shared an amazing tasting tour. Amazing customer service and responsiveness from the get go. Comfortable and clean transportation, informative and interesting commentary, delectable food and relaxed atmosphere. Amazing value for money. Highly recommend you try. Thanks Paul & Lynne - we had a ball !"..."
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights
"Brilliant trip. Really interesting. Great driver and guide. Thoroughly recommend this. We saw the avocado farm (with samples), a sequoia forest and Tuaranga the real Māori village. Very special memories."..."
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Te Puia Maori Cultural Centre and Rotorua City Sightseeing
"Learning about the Maori cultural practices and art was so well presented,both a learning and a fun experience. And more thanwe anticipated.Our driver Ross was outstanding in explaining agriculture,farming and geographic things if interest in a non didactic way. We had fun and learning!"..."
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6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga
"This was an amazing tour and we had the best tour guide. The sites were amazing. Hvng a small group tour is the best way to enjoy the excursion."..."
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Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Tour Whakarewarewa 6.5hours Tour
"The bus driver was excellent, local guy with knowledge of the area. Very well organised at departure and an entertaining day. The only slight downside was the food at the village, But I hadn't noticed it was included was actually, so it was fine."..."
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Deluxe small group Cruise Day Tour, Rotorua, Tauranga & Mt Maunganui highlights
"Toby was a wonderful guide... very knowledgeable and personable and really looked after us. The entire experience was wonderful and I would highly recommend anyone visiting the Tauranga area to book this day trip. The Mauri village and performance was very interesting and also culturally enlightening."..."
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Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour in Tauranga
"This was a great trip. Our guides, Frosty, Ellie and Russ were very enjoyable and made the trip better. I would recommend it to anyone."..."
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Waitomo Caves and The Kiwi House
"Bryan our tour guide and driver was fantastic. Very friendly and informative. Highly recommended. Seeing the glow worms was amazing."..."
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Ex Tauranga: Canopy Tree Walk / Te Puia Geysers - Private Shore Excursion
"Had a wonderful time! Waited to see geyser go off. Last 10 minutes. Redwood canopy walk was beautiful and peaceful. Driver was professional and car roomy and clean. Patient when we were shopping but kept us moving to get back to ship on time. Was given drive tour thru Rotorua which was bonus. Only concern was pick up. Is at the exit at the ship port not down street at address shown so easier pick up. Really had a good time."..."
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Ex Tauranga - Wia O Tapu Wonderland & Rotorua Geysers - Private Shore Excursion
"Great guide Dave, lots of information on the area. We enjoyed the tour and great day. He was a great guide and knew the area top to bottom."..."
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