




Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide. "FREEBIES": - Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside - Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest - Rotorua City Government Gardens - Kuirau Park Geothermal area with bubbling mud, hot springs and a footbath OPTIONAL EXTRAS: - Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village or - Te Puia Geotherrmal Park and NZ Maori Atrs & Craft Institiute - Skyline Gondola & luge - Agrodome Sheep show - White water rafting - Zorbing - Polynesian pools
As we depart the Port we will drive along Pilot Bay and past Mount Maunganui. Hear the Maori legend and learn the meaning of the name. Marvel at the stunning white sand beach where we can stop for beautiful photos.
View the kiwi fruit orchards and see the fruit growing. The Bay of Plenty is where kiwifruit began so you will learn about the history of this special fruit.
Breathe some fresh air in a beautiful Redwood Forest and see a Silver Fern.
We drive through Government gardens seeing beautiful buildings, gardens, more bubbling springs and learn the heritage behind this area.
Take a guided tour and see the famous Pohutu Geyser, a kiwi bird, bubbling mud and wander through the NZ Maori Arts & Crafts centre. Enjoy a cultural show displaying Maori song and dance and the amazing Haka.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Tour Rotorua Shore Excursion up to 8 Passengers lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $784 per person for this Tauranga experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is All tours fit in with the ship schedule and depart approximately 1 hour after docking. For early arrivals a time will be advised. We meet me right outside the Port exit gates. Follow the exit path through the information centre and look for me on the grassy area outside the gates with a sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 33 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Independent Tours Tauranga.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Private Tour Rotorua Shore Excursion up to 8 Passengers | 6 hours | 5.0 (33) | $784 | |
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