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Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal

On our customised Private Tour you'll enjoy a fun and informative tour with an experienced local guide showcasing the iconic Mt Maunganui, gorgeous sandy beaches, …More

On our customised Private Tour you'll enjoy a fun and informative tour with an experienced local guide showcasing the iconic Mt Maunganui, gorgeous sandy beaches,...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$950
Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Lake Rotomahana Tour

Discover the dramatic volcanic history and breathtaking geothermal landscapes of Rotorua on this unforgettable full-day journey through one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary natural environments. …More

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Discover the dramatic volcanic history and breathtaking geothermal landscapes of Rotorua on this unforgettable full-day journey through one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary natural environments....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (41)
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$161
Tauranga Private Excursion: Rotorua -Te Puia-Geysers & Kiwi's

PRIVATE TOURS HAVE FLEXIBLE START / END TIMES TO MEET SHIP ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES. Experience Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and authentic Māori culture on a …More

PRIVATE TOURS HAVE FLEXIBLE START / END TIMES TO MEET SHIP ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES. Experience Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and authentic Māori culture on a...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (113)
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$578
Ports of Tauranga/Rotorua/Tga - 6 Hours Rotorua Highlights Tour

Pick up from Ports of Tauranga and travel 40 mins to Okere Falls. Walk down through our native forest to the waterfall that is on …More

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Pick up from Ports of Tauranga and travel 40 mins to Okere Falls. Walk down through our native forest to the waterfall that is on...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (40)
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$144
Rotorua Discovery Te Puia Tour

This tour ticks all the boxes. If you only have one day to see the unique and special part of New Zealand then this tour …More

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This tour ticks all the boxes. If you only have one day to see the unique and special part of New Zealand then this tour...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (26)
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$164
Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours

Relax sit back to take in interesting and informative commentary about the harbour, region, local legends and history. The ancient Maori Legend of Mount Maunganui …More

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Relax sit back to take in interesting and informative commentary about the harbour, region, local legends and history. The ancient Maori Legend of Mount Maunganui...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$32
Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Valley, & Hot River

Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Waiotapu …More

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Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Waiotapu...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (10)
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$152
Rotorua Highlights Tour

Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm. If your cruise ship arrives after 10.00am, we will depart approximately 60 minutes after the ship has docked. (we …More

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Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm. If your cruise ship arrives after 10.00am, we will depart approximately 60 minutes after the ship has docked. (we...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga

This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private …More

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This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$374
Hells Gate Geothermal, Mud & Sulphur Spa

Bound for Rotorua (appx 1.5hr), enjoy an array of our all inclusive snacks & bottled water, sit back and take in the many beautiful scenic …More

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Bound for Rotorua (appx 1.5hr), enjoy an array of our all inclusive snacks & bottled water, sit back and take in the many beautiful scenic...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$165
Te Puia Geothermal, Kiwi and Māori Art

A day of excitement, culture and connection awaits… Approx a 1-1.5hr drive, during this time enjoy an array of our (all inclusive) snacks & water …More

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A day of excitement, culture and connection awaits… Approx a 1-1.5hr drive, during this time enjoy an array of our (all inclusive) snacks & water...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.0 (12)
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$164
Tauranga Cruise Tour Rotorua Redwood and Maori Village Experience

Working within the Cruise Ship schedule, we shall meet you at the Port of Tauranga and look to commence our journey at a pre-arranged time. …More

Working within the Cruise Ship schedule, we shall meet you at the Port of Tauranga and look to commence our journey at a pre-arranged time....

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (8)
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$198
Port of Tauranga, Te Puia/Redwoods TreeWalk Glowworms/Hells Gate

Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our …More

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Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$388
Tauranga History and Culture

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ), …More

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ),...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$121
Ports of Tauranga Geothermal & Deluxe Spa (restricted 16+)

Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores …More

Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$423
Hobbiton movie set tour and a lot more beautiful NZ sights

Lord of The Rings Movie Set Tour Join us for this amazing 7 Hour Tour visiting The Lord of the Rings movie set incl a …More

Lord of The Rings Movie Set Tour Join us for this amazing 7 Hour Tour visiting The Lord of the Rings movie set incl a...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (19)
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$208
Cultural Rotorua Private Tour Tauranga Port. Whakarewarewa Ticket

Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your …More

Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$237
Middle Earth Private Tour from Tauranga Cruise Port. Tickets incl

Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata. …More

Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$201
Rotorua Private Tour from Tauranga (up to 18 people)

Let us take you on a tour to remember (up to 15-18 pax). We can offer some highlights to visit and you can add to …More

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Let us take you on a tour to remember (up to 15-18 pax). We can offer some highlights to visit and you can add to...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,265
Private Tour Tauranga Magical Hobbiton Movie Set

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way …More

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$739

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