Discover Rotorua’s geothermal marvels on this exclusive full-day Private Shore Tour. From bubbling mud pools and steaming vents to lush forests and crystal lakes, this journey reveals the natural forces that shape New Zealand. Enjoy personalized commentary, scenic stops, and a rich blend of culture, nature, and adventure.
Your tour begins directly at Tauranga Cruise Port, where your private guide welcomes you for an unforgettable day exploring the region’s iconic landscapes, kiwifruit orchards, waterfalls, redwood forests, and Rotorua’s famous geothermal valley.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle and Guiding
Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
Lunch
Entry fees are not included
Rotorua Geothermal Wonders – 7h Private Shore Tour from Tauranga
Tauranga
About
Discover Rotorua’s geothermal marvels on this exclusive full-day Private Shore Tour. From bubbling mud pools and steaming vents to lush forests and crystal lakes, this journey reveals the natural forces that shape New Zealand. Enjoy personalized commentary, scenic stops, and a rich blend of culture, nature, and adventure.
Your tour begins directly at Tauranga Cruise Port, where your private guide welcomes you for an unforgettable day exploring the region’s iconic landscapes, kiwifruit orchards, waterfalls, redwood forests, and Rotorua’s famous geothermal valley.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle and Guiding
Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
Lunch
Entry fees are not included
Itinerary
1
Cruise Ship Dock - Port of Tauranga, New Zealand
Meet your private guide at the port for a warm welcome and tour briefing.
30 minutes
2
Mount Maunganui
Enjoy morning views of one of New Zealand’s most photogenic beaches, perfect for sunrise photos.
30 minutes
3
Bay of Plenty Region
Take a guided orchard tour in a specialized vehicle. Learn how kiwifruit is grown, taste fresh products, and sample local kiwifruit wines.
1 hour
4
Okere Falls
Stop at Okere Falls Track to admire the cascading waters. With luck, catch rafters navigating the river from Lake Rotoiti.
1 hour
5
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk among towering Californian Redwoods and lush native bush in this iconic 55,000-hectare forest.
30 minutes
6
Rotorua
Lunch or Coffee Break in Rotorua:
Relax at a local café (meal at own expense) and enjoy the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
1 hour
7
Kuirau Park
Witness bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and crater lakes. Try the relaxing public geothermal foot spas.
1 hour
8
Rotorua
Take a panoramic tour including Lake Rotorua waterfront, Government Gardens, the city centre, and Polynesian Spa.
30 minutes
9
Cruise Ship Dock - Port of Tauranga, New Zealand
Travel back via a different, more picturesque route through forest and lake regions. Drop-off at the port well before your ship’s departure.
