6hr Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour - Departs Tauranga
Overview
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.
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
- Entry into Te Puia Geothermal Park
- Entry/Admission - Te Puia
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
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: Rotorua District, 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 the redwood forest park for a short walk through trees before heading back to Tauranga through pine forests and rolling farmland, returning you to your starting location.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
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: Rotorua District, 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 the redwood forest park for a short walk through trees before heading back to Tauranga through pine forests and rolling farmland, returning you to your starting location.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Passengers must be able to embark / disembark with minimal assistance.
- 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
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Samith_S
January 2023
Our tour operator Nicola was amazing. She was very articulate, fun and accommodating. Nicola made the entire journey interesting, she was narrating facts and myths associated with the places as she drove through. She even made a pit stop for ice creams. She went over and beyond to make things com...
Our tour operator Nicola was amazing. She was very articulate, fun and accommodating. Nicola made the entire journey interesting, she was narrating facts and myths associated with the places as she drove through. She even made a pit stop for ice creams. She went over and beyond to make things comfortable for everyone. She even helped a passenger with wheelchair. We went to Tepuia, the dance there was a new experience. The geo-thermal experience was one of a kind.dawn_f
December 2022
Russell our guide was so friendly and informative, made it a really enjoyable trip all round. The shows we're extremely well run and interesting and such fun. Even the geyser gave a fabulous performance!! Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day.
Russell our guide was so friendly and informative, made it a really enjoyable trip all round. The shows we're extremely well run and interesting and such fun. Even the geyser gave a fabulous performance!! Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day.Rosita_G
April 2023
El show en la aldea Maori,es fantástico! Sus canciones ,sus bailes,sus costumbres su arte.. Los paisajes...todo hermoso!
El show en la aldea Maori,es fantástico! Sus canciones ,sus bailes,sus costumbres su arte.. Los paisajes...todo hermoso!Vanessa_C
October 2023
This tour includes the kiwi birds observation, Māori culture performance and the beautiful geysers! I would definitely recommend it for a day trip.
This tour includes the kiwi birds observation, Māori culture performance and the beautiful geysers! I would definitely recommend it for a day trip.Annika_F
March 2023
Various activities through the day, Russell was very kind and shared lot of information. Worth of money.
Various activities through the day, Russell was very kind and shared lot of information. Worth of money.Barbara_S
March 2023
Great tour leader/driver, great scenery on drive to destination with some stops on way back to ship. Great to see thermal and mud bubbling. Would recommend tour if looking for a short tour of area.
Great tour leader/driver, great scenery on drive to destination with some stops on way back to ship. Great to see thermal and mud bubbling. Would recommend tour if looking for a short tour of area.