6hr Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour - Departs Tauranga

Tauranga, New Zealand
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Visit Te Puia home of the famous Pohutu Geyser. The largest geyser in the southern hemisphere. Your guide will take you on a tour of the natural bush, geysers and mud pools with a remarkable walk along the Te Whakarewarewa geyser terrace.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Mount Maunganui, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

Your driver/guide will take you on a wonderful sightseeing experience to the heart of New Zealand’s geothermal locations. Departing from the port gates you will travel through Mount Maunganui township past Mauao the iconic landmark mountain and one of New Zealand’s most popular beaches "The Mount Main Beach" home of surfing, professional beach volleyball and surf lifesaving competitions. Hear about the forming of the landscape, the arrival of man and the founding of the city, through to the different produce grown in the province and what modern life is like in the area.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Tauranga, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

Crossing over the Tauranga harbour bridge you will go through the Port of Tauranga and hear about how industry has shaped Tauranga to be the busiest port in New Zealand and see stunning views of the harbour and the surrounding city before heading south through the Mamaku Forest towards Rotorua.

Stop At: Te Puia, Hemo Road, Rotorua New Zealand

In Rotorua we stop at Te Puia home of the famous Pohutu Geyser. The largest geyser in the southern hemisphere. Your guide will take you on a tour of the natural bush, geysers and mud pools with a remarkable walk along the Te Whakarewarewa geyser terrace sharing about the Maori culture, the history of the area and how the local Maori people lived there day to day. See traditional carving and weaving and experience the Kiwi conservation centre where you can see native Kiwi birds. The tour will finish with a cultural performance including a traditional welcome, songs and the world famous haka. Lastly a short visit to the souvenir shop before you are on your way.


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Okere Falls, Okere Falls, Rotorua District, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

Before leaving Rotorua, you will drive along the waterfront past the beautiful Government gardens, and then out of the city. Lastly, we stop at Okere Falls well known for its waterfalls and white water rafting and take a short walk through a great example of virgin New Zealand native forest before heading back to Tauranga through pine forests and rolling farmland, returning you to your starting location.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions

  • 12 seater modern, clean air conditioned minivan for your comfort and safety
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local driver/guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Entry into Te Puia Geothermal Park
  • Entry/Admission - Te Puia

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Passengers must be able to embark / disembark with minimal assistance.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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