Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga
Overview
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6 hours
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Visit Te Puia home of the famous Pohutu Geyser. The largest geyser in the southern hemisphere. Your guide will take you on a tour of the natural bush, geysers and mud pools with a remarkable walk along the Te Whakarewarewa geyser terrace.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passengers must be able to embark / disembark with minimal assistance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mount Maunganui
Your driver/guide will take you on a wonderful sightseeing experience to the heart of New Zealand’s geothermal locations. Departing from the port gates you will travel through Mount Maunganui township past Mauao the iconic landmark mountain and one of New Zealand’s most popular beaches "The Mount Main Beach" home of surfing, professional beach volleyball and surf lifesaving competitions. Hear about the forming of the landscape, the arrival of man and the founding of the city, through to the different produce grown in the province and what modern life is like in the area.
Tauranga
Crossing over the Tauranga harbour bridge you will go through the Port of Tauranga and hear about how industry has shaped Tauranga to be the busiest port in New Zealand and see stunning views of the harbour and the surrounding city before heading south through the Mamaku Forest towards Rotorua.
What‘s Included
Entry to Te Puia Geothermal Park
Port pickup and drop-off
12-seater modern air-conditioned minivan
Expert local driver/guide with live commentary
Food and drinks (unless specified)
Gratuities
Swimming or water activities
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Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga
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Reviews
132 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It's a full-day thing....
Sunny K,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a full-day thing. Just a small group of 11 in a comfy van. Our driver and guide, Tracey (Loyddy), was super friendly, knew a ton, and gave us lots of info as we passed cool spots on the way to Rotorua.
Not only a Geothermal Wonderland...a great CULTURAL experience, too!
Nebbsters,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this small group tour! Our guide, Nicole, was exceptional! She is a is a wealth of information on all things about New Zealand, and in particular the Tauranga, Mt. Maunganui, & Rotorua areas. Her passionate & thoughtful commentary while driving us around was extremely interesting & entertaining. And she answered everyone's questions willingly & thoroughly. The 3-hour stop at Te Puia Hot Springs was equally interesting & educational. From the Maori Welcome Ceremony, to the Arts & Crafts center, the geysers & the mud pits we thoroughly enjoyed our visit there. And the stop at the Redwood forest on the way back to town was a serene way to end the day. You can't go wrong booking this tour!
Memorable day out
Lawrence B,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hot thermal pools and guysers were an eye opening experience. As was the Maori songs and dances. Our tour guide Nicolle was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable. She had us back to the ship in plenty of time for our 5.15pm departure curfew. Excellent small group excursion 👍👍
Could have been a better...
Brad J,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Could have been a better cultural experience. Thanks riley for a great tour and well done for all that you do there. Thankyou.
Awesome day in Tauranga and Rotorua
Carolyn S,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour with Russell covers everything you would want to see in the area. The van is very clean and comfortable. Russell is a wealth of information and very organized. We never felt rushed and were still able to watch the surfers, visit a volcano formed lake, tour the geothermal features and cultural and artistic exhibits at the Maori Te Puia center, walk a bit of the redwood forest and enjoy a snack at a kiwi orchard. I highly recommend this tour for all ages.
Excellent port of call tour at a fraction of the cost of your ships tour .
Caron W,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide ( think it was Nicolle, sorry) was so lovely and helpful with my mobility limitations . Enjoyed seeing Kiwi fruits thriving here again , enjoyed the Redwood Forest . Te Puia thermal reserve is fabulous, for its geyser and thermal activity . Maybe a little too long for our group spent looking at a carving workshop, but this is a reflection on our Māori guide not wicked wanders . He seemed a bit stressed and at one point stomped off down by the geysers leaving our group to find our own way back . Having said that this was a wonderful tour , that got us back to our ship in plenty of time .
Not well thought out,...
DavidH M,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Not well thought out, guide at show was not very professional. We went to see the geyser and he was determined to show us wood carvings in details, details and details
Rotorua
Rakel N,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great tour to Rotorua with Nicolle as our excellent tour guide. She made the tour special for all of us. I highly recommend this company
Geyser experience
Kathy M,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Guide Niccoles was a JOY! Went above and beyond to make it the best! I’m sure I’ve spelled her name incorrectly, but, she has to be your best employee so you know who I mean. The tour from start to finish was A++ Thanks for a perfect day 🤗
Fun day!
Msing123,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience visiting the geothermal mud pools and hot springs. The Māori ceremony was fantastic. The performers had excellent voices and the Haka and dances and songs were great. Also got to see some live kiwis in a low light exhibit. Also visited kiwi orchard and the Māori craft school.
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