Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet
Overview
Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools while learning about Māori culture and artistry. Enjoy an electrifying haka performance, savour a traditional hāngī buffet lunch cooked using geothermal steam, then stroll beneath the towering Californian redwoods in the iconic Redwoods Forest. This small-group tour offers a more personal experience as you discover New Zealand's rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes.
Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from selected Auckland locations
90-minute guided experience at Te Puia with a cultural performance
Visit the iconic Redwoods Forest and walk among towering redwoods
Traditional hāngī buffet lunch featuring authentic Māori cuisine
Small-group setting for a more tailored and intimate experience
What's Included
- Lunch Enjoy lunch at Te Puia with amazing kai against a backdrop of geysers and stunning valley views as you enjoy a range of Kiwi flavours at Pātaka Kai Restaurant.
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to a fully guided experience of Te puia + Cultural Show including Haka Performance
- Guide
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
If your accommodation is not yet confirmed, we suggest selecting The SkyCity Hotel for now—you can update it later if needed! We offer convenient pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option and meet us there. Pick-ups start up to 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please be ready and waiting outside by then for a smooth start. Pick-up locations are planned based on each tour and may vary by day. If there are any changes to your pick-up spot, please let us know in advance. Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To keep the tour on schedule, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late arrivals. As our hotel pickups operate from downtown CBD, guests located near the airport or South Auckland can be picked up from The Sebel, Auckland Manukau at 16 Lakewood Court, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104
What To Expect
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Auckland Central
3 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Te Puia
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Te Puia
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Rotorua
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Auckland
3 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please consult your medical practitioner if allergy to sulphur exists
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour 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.
- Lunch. Enjoy lunch at Te Puia with amazing kai against a backdrop of geysers and stunning valley views as you enjoy a range of Kiwi flavours at Pātaka Kai Restaurant.
- Bottled water.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Admission to a fully guided experience of Te puia + Cultural Show including Haka Performance.
- Guide.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please consult your medical practitioner if allergy to sulphur exists
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchEnjoy lunch at Te Puia with amazing kai against a backdrop of geysers and stunning valley views as you enjoy a range of Kiwi flavours at Pātaka Kai Restaurant.
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to a fully guided experience of Te puia + Cultural Show including Haka Performance
- Guide
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please consult your medical practitioner if allergy to sulphur exists
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
