Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights
Overview
***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES***
Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand by all tourists. As you only have a small window of opportunity to visit we have created an itinerary to showcase some of what we think makes this place so special. The two main interests which make people visit is Maori Culture & Geothermal Activity. This tour showcases the area where your ship is docked (Mount Maunganui) before we depart for the city of Rotorua. Enroute we showcase all which creates the namesake of the Bay of Plenty. Arriving at Rotorua's only Living Maori Village of its kind - Whakarewarewa - you will receive a traditional welcome and invited by a local to join them on a guided tour of this unique place. A village which lives on top of an active geothermal valley and has learnt to harness the powers of mother nature to aid their daily living needs for 100's of year. See geysers, steaming fumaroles , bubbling hot pools and much more.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tasting of local fare
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Live commentary on board
- Covered by [BRAND]’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
2 Salisbury Avenue
Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Mount Maunganui
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mt Maunganui Main Beach (pass by)
Te Puke
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Government Gardens
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rotorua
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Kaituna Falls
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Zealandier Tours (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Please bring sun protection and jackets for cooler weather
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- ALL OUR TOURS HAVE FLEXIBLE START / END TIMES TO MEET SHIP ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES.
- “As numbers are limited, we encourage booking only when you’re confident of attending. This allows us to operate comfortably and fairly for all guests.”
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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