Kuirau Park30 min
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.
Sulphur Point15 min
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.
Government Gardens10 min
We make a stop in the Government Gardens, location of the Rotorua Bathhouse and Museum, the 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.
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa ForestTake a walk on suspended walkways high up in the amazing Redwood Forest in Rotorua, easily accessed by a spiral ramp. Look down onto the forest floor and get a great view of these majestic trees and the Tree Ferns below you. We include a short, guided tour through a Glow Worm Grotto, a purpose-built facility where you will see thousands of glow worms up close.
Rotorua45 min
We will show you the sights of Rotorua as we travel around the city visiting as many destinations as possible.
Tauranga30 min
As we depart (or return) to the port of Tauranga you will travel through the city, one of New Zealand's fastest growing cities and home to the country's largest port.
Mount Maunganui30 min
Departing the Port of Tauranga where you cruise ship is berthed, we will drive through one of New Zealand's most popular and most expensive beach side suburbs - Mount Maunganui, driving along the sea front of Marine Parade past multi-million-dollar homes.
Te Puke15 min
We travel through the world capital of Kiwi Fruit, otherwise known as the town of TePuke and the Bay of Plenty region, which accounts for 85% of New Zealand's Kiwifruit production. Time permitting, we will visit a kiwifruit orchard where you will see the vines growing and be able to taste and buy kiwifruit products.
Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS
Shore excursion to Rotorua including Gondola and luge rides
