Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga

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Highlights

• Short term availability
• Cultural Tours
• Excellent Quality
• Half-day Tours
• Weather Dependent - Moderate
• Small Group
• Agent Favorite
• Day Trips
• Bus Tours
• Top Product

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Itinerary

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   Departing from the Tauranga Port Gates, the tour begins with

   Departing from the Tauranga Port Gates, the tour begins with a scenic drive past Mount Maunganui and a stop at the beautiful Mount Main Beach, famous for its golden sands, surf coastline, and views of the iconic Mauao. Leaving Tauranga behind, we travel inland across the Kaituna River and journey south through the lush Bay of Plenty countryside toward Rotorua, New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural heartland. Upon arrival in Rotorua, we stop at Sulphur Point for beautiful views across Lake Rotorua and an introduction to the region’s unique geothermal landscape. We then continue through the elegant Government Gardens and visit the historic Rachel Spring, once famous for its therapeutic mineral waters and closely connected to Rotorua’s spa heritage.

   1h
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   The highlight is a visit to Te Puia, home to the NZ Māori Ar

   The highlight is a visit to Te Puia, home to the NZ Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and the world-renowned Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Experience an authentic Māori cultural performance featuring traditional waiata, poi, and haka, offering insight into the rich traditions and living culture of Te Arawa. Following is a guided exploration of Te Puia, including the national carving school, where master craftsmen preserve the art of traditional Māori wood carving. We also visit the Kiwi House for a rare opportunity to see New Zealand’s iconic kiwi bird in a specially designed nocturnal enclosure. Then on to the spectacular Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, where bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, silica formations, and geothermal landscapes reveal the immense volcanic power beneath Rotorua. The experience culminates at the famous Pōhutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, regularly erupting high into the air in an unforgettable display of natural energy.

   3hAdmission included
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   After time for souvenir shopping, we begin the return journe

   After time for souvenir shopping, we begin the return journey with a stop at the magnificent Redwoods Forest, renowned for its towering Californian redwood trees and peaceful forest atmosphere. Travelling back toward Tauranga, we stop at a kiwifruit orchard in Paengaroa to learn about one of New Zealand’s most important horticultural industries and the fertile growing region that helped make it world famous. Returning to Tauranga Harbour, the Rotorua Cultural & Geothermal Wonderland Tour combines Māori culture, geothermal wonders, native beauty, and regional highlights into one unforgettable Bay of Plenty experience.

   2h

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Cancellation policy

• More than 1 day before100% refund
• Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

• Bambino0-15 anni
  €215
• Adulto16-99 anni
  €269

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• Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga

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