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New Zealand's 15 most popular tauranga tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Grade 5 Kaituna Cascades rafting from Okere Falls: 11 rapids, a 7m rafted waterfall, warm jungle canyon, gear included.
“Very well organized. Always had fun and felt safe. I would highly recommend to anyone! The guides made the whole experience.”
Full-day Rotorua from Tauranga: Whakarewarewa geysers, Māori welcome, kiwifruit, redwoods, gardens, and a guaranteed ship return.
“First off the communication was wonderful since we were on a cruise ship and our times changed a bit. The tour only had 6 people and that made it GREAT. Since our time was shortened, we all opted out of time for lunch so we could see Read more”
Evening glowworm kayaking on Lake McLaren in Tauranga. Gear and refreshments included, with guided paddling into glowing cliffs.
“Highlight of trip in NZ. We kayak out at sunset so you get the sense of adventure, and then get rafted into the cave/ narrow stream between the rocks speckled with the constellation of glow worms 🐛. Paddled back with the full moon 🌝 watching over us. The guides were funny and knowledgeable, the paddle…”
Rotorua from Tauranga in a small group: Kuirau hot pools, Māori insights, Redwoods rope bridges, Glow Worm Cave, and a snack.
“We enjoyed our tour with Richie. We especially enjoyed the Treetops walk in the Redwoods. It was nice to have the stops at the thermal foot bath, Māori village and learn about the area.”
Hobbiton from Tauranga: scenic coach ride, 2.5-hour guided movie-set tour, Shires Rest cafe time, and free ale at Green Dragon.
“Incredible experience in the hills of Matamata for all fantasy enthusiasts. The stunning vistas on the one hour drive up from Tauranga are enough to keep you occupied until the real experience unfolds. Set in the rolling green hills, with sheep aplenty, the hobbiton experience has something for everyone. Plenty of great food and drink…”
Tauranga to Hobbiton and McLaren Falls in a small group, with hotel or port pickup, snacks, and a guided Shire walk.
“Hello. Thank you for an awesome day. It was very special to see the set and beautiful farm. Allen was wonderful, informative and made our day extra special. Thanks again”
Paddle Lake McLaren at dusk for glowworms in Mangapapa Canyon, plus a local tasting and stories under the stars. 3 hours.
“Leo and Uchie were fantastic guides, very knowledgeable and experienced kayaker's. The glowworms were also mesmerising and very interesting to find out about the scientific and Maori stories. One of the best experiences on the north island!”
Half-day wild dolphin swim and snorkel from Tauranga. Hot drinks, live guide commentary, wetsuit and gear included. No fixed route.
“Amazing experience! We got to see so many dolphins!! 400 at least! The crew was awesome! They made sure we had plenty of time to watch them around the boat. Even though we couldn’t swim with them because they were babies, it hoRead more”
A small-group half day in Tauranga with rainforest waterfall walking, Bay views, and kiwi fruit, honey, and hokey pokey ice cream.
“The small group tour was so nice. Our guide, Jan, was fantastic. She explained history, the sights and treated us to kiwi and honey tasting as well as the Hokey Poke ice cream. She is a jewel.”
Swim with wild common dolphins in Tauranga’s Bay of Plenty, with gear, crew-led spotting, and chances to see whales and more for $98.
“We have seen so many Dolphins swimming arround our boat it was amazing😍”
Half-day Tauranga shore excursion with Mt Maunganui, harbour views, Minden Lookout tea, and orchard kiwi/avocado tastings.
“Russell our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable--he shared the wonderful, rich history of the Island. And the kiwi and avocado tasting was delicious!!”
Rotorua’s Whakarewarewa living Māori village, Pohutu geyser views, hangi lunch, and a 30-minute Haka show plus scenic Rotorua stops.
“We loved this tour! Hearing directly from our Maori tour guide about the history of his village as well as how the geothermal springs are used in his people’s way of life was fascinating. We went on quite a few tours during our visit to Read more”
Tauranga and Mount Maunganui by air-conditioned bus with local stories, harbour views, and a key photo stop at Minden Lookout.
“This was a good tour of the Tauranga town and country from kiwi fruit vine (they grow like grapes) to the sheep and cattle plus the lovely beach and grassed areas”
Small-group Rotorua geothermal and Māori culture tour from Tauranga: Te Puia, Pohutu Geyser, mud pools, redwood walk, pickup included.
“Big thank you Russell for the amazing tour around Rotorua and Te Puia to learn about the Māori culture.”
Private Rotorua shore day from Tauranga: Māori arts and legends, Whakarewarewa geysers, geothermal parks, and a kiwi-house visit.
“Fantastic day seeing the sights and experiences of a Mauri village, very interesting, the geyser, was awesome, our guide was fabulous, really enjoyed watching them sing and dance, really interesting, enjoyed seeing the sights of Rotorua too, fab day”
