Private Shore Excursion Rotorua/ Tauranga Maori culture, Geyser & concert
On our customised Private Tour you'll enjoy a fun and informative tour with an experienced local guide showcasing the iconic Mt Maunganui, gorgeous sandy beaches, affluent homes, then we gradually ascend the central volcanic plateau to Rotorua stopping at a Kiwi farm where you'll be amazed at how this locally economically important plant is grown. In Rotorua we visit the iconic venue - Whakarewarewa Maori village (incl. a slick 30 minute performance of unique harmonious song/dance by members of the local tribe, a walk through a mystical geothermally active wetland, bubbling hot mudpools and springs and view some iconic geysers) Then we drive to the nearby holiday lakes of okareka and tikitapu/blue (and possibly Tarawera if time allows), Stunning photo opportunities abound here, plus we take a quick easy trek into a grove of NZ native forest...tranquil, serene and unique. Redwoods forest and the dynamic rapids at Okere falls are two more options, again if time allows.
Options
Additional travellers above 4
Whakarewa Geothermal Village: A one hour and a half visit to this iconic and unique village that has been the hub of tourism in Rotorua for over 140 years
Pickup included
What's included in Private Shore Excursion Rotorua/ Tauranga Maori culture, Geyser & concert
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
Look out over the iconic Mount main beach, the most popular summer destination for local New Zealanders and discover the history of this area called The Bay of plenty
We’ll stop here for a comfort stop as well as some more great opportunities for stunning photos of your friends and family or group, and the vast Pacific coastline omnipresent here.
Te Puke
We visit one of the original Kiwi orchards in this, the Kiwifruit growing capital of the world. We’re certain you’ll be impressed to see how laden these vines are with fruit and the intense husbandry and care that goes into growing them - in part because they are such a valuable part of our local economy.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Polynesian concert, as well as a walk through the stunning geothermal wetland
- Port pickup
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time.
- This is a private tour with a minimum of 2 people required to book
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please note, that we can accommodate up to 15 passengers, however the list price is only for 4 passengers, the additional costs (which covers for entry to Whakarewarewa Geothermal Village for an easy walk extremely close to the most geothermally active wetland in NZ and a finely honed Maori concert performance), should automatically increase as you add passenger numbers. We’ll greet you just outside the Port security gate, a 150 m walk north along the wharf from where your cruise ship docks at the Port of Tauranga. We will be waiting on a grassy knoll by the flagpoles just outside this gate most probably wearing black short sleeved collared shirts and bearing a sign with your name on it
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Ticket Redemption
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time • Please note, if your ship arrived after this time, the meeting time is 1-hour after docking Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
