6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga | La Vacanza Travel

6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga

Duration: 6 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Bay of Plenty, Tauranga
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  • 6 hours
  • Tauranga
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Kuirau Park, Ranolf Street and Lake Road, Rotorua New Zealand

This area of Rotorua is literally a hot bed of geothermal activity, with steaming lakes and bubbling mud pools. A visit to the foot bathing area lets you enjoy the warm waters that naturally occur throughout the region. Take a walk through the park to see the steaming lakes and the location of the last eruption here on 2001.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sulphur Point, 1 Queens Drive, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand

We make a stop here on the edge of Lake Rotorua to see the effect the geothermal activity has on the lake, right in the heart of Rotorua. A popular spot for many of the native birds that also enjoy the warm waters created by the outflows from the nearby geysers and hot water springs.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Government Gardens, Queens Dr 9 Queens Dr, Rotorua New Zealand

We make a stop in the Government Gardens, location of the Rotorua Bathhouse and Museum, the famous Blue Baths and the naturally occurring Rachel's Spring, source of the geothermal water for the Polynesian Spa. Chance for some great photos and to walk through the extensive flower displays.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest, Long Mile Road The Redwoods, Rotorua 3046 New Zealand

Take a walk high up in the amazing Redwood Forest in Rotorua, easily accessed by the spiral ramp. Look down onto the forest floor and get a great view not only of these majestic tress but also of the Tree Ferns laid out below you.

Duration: 45 minutes

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

We will show you the sights of Rotorua city as part of the tour.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tauranga, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

As we depart (or return) to the port of Tauranga you will travel through the city, one of New Zealand's fastest growing city and home to the country's largest port.

Duration: 30 minutes

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

As we depart the Port of Tauranga where you cruise ship is berthed, we will dry through one of New Zealand's most popular and also most expensive beach side suburbs of Mount Maunganui, driving along the sea front of Marine Parade past multi-million dollar home.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Te Puke, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

We will be travelling through the world capitol of Kiwi Fruit, otherwise know as the town of Te Puke and its surrounding area. The region produces 85% of the countries Kiwifruit crop. You will see the extensive orchard and their impressive windbreaks on the way to or from Rotorua, out main destination today.

Inclusions
  • Experienced professional guide
  • Fully Guided Tour with commentary
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Redwoods Treewalk
  • Snacks - We provide a snack of a traditional Hangi Meat and/or vegetable pastry pie
  • Entry/Admission - Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest

Exclusions
    • Family friendly tour
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Tour departure time may change due to early and/or late ship arrivals and departures
    • Stroller accessible
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We suggest layers with hats and sunscreen
    • You must provide your own infant/baby seat if required.
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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 22 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    Departure Point

    Port of Tauranga Ltd, 2 Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand


    Departure Time


    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    6 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion From Tauranga
    6/1/2022 - 5/1/2024

    Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    6 hours


    User's Reviews

    Patty_M

    10 Apr, 2024

    Brian was a great tour guide.. Very interesting and informative. Would strongly recommend. The vans we traveled in were very comfortable.

    Laurie_A

    07 Apr, 2024

    Brian did a terrific job keeping us informed and entertained. The Redwood forest walk and visit to Whakarewarewa (the living Maori village) were the highlights of the tour!

    Guy_S

    07 Apr, 2024

    Great guide Richie made for a very enjoyable day His co-guide ….. Sir Guy also did a great job ! lol

    Joy_H

    30 Mar, 2024

    The big surprise at the end of the tour was visiting the Redwood Treewalk. The park which had the most beautiful Redwood trees was breathtaking. Alistair was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide.

    Mich P

    25 Mar, 2024

    Was a nice tour that didn't cost an arm and a leg, like the cruise ship wanted to charge us. They picked us up and dropped us off, right at the cruise ship port. Our driver was very nice, had a great sense of humor and was very knowledgeable. There were lots of stops, great photo opportunities, and we learned a lot.

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