Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

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‘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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga

Pickup included

Reviews

4.91

102 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Experience very...
France B,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very interesting experience Very knowledgeable guide Help to know Maori culture well Comfortable bus
Well worth a visit
alison1ian,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Russell our driver was very prompt in picking is up at our hotel. He was very friendly and informative and was happy to answer all our questions. The tour was very entertaining and we had a fun 6 hours
Overall a good tour
William T,
Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Overall, a good experience. The entertainment was good but the Haka presentation was very short and disappointing. The geyser was very cool and liked seeing the Kiwi birds.
In love with the culture and landscape!
Christine S,
May 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was simply wonderful! We enjoyed learning about the wonderful culture and history and enjoyed the stunning landscape. Nicholly was our tour guide and she was knowledgeable and just a delight to be around!
Perfect experience
carlsX3619JR,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic service. Russel was a great guide! He was very Knowledgeable and fun. He went out of the way to make a visit relaxed and enjoyable
Our pickup was from the...
Brenda L,
Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Our pickup was from the cruise port and very convenient. The van was older and crowded. The driver was knowledgeable during the drive and informative. The tour was well led by locals and everything explained. You are given lots of time to look at mud pools, geysers, and the Māori culture performance was great.
What a great day! Enjoyed...
Laura M,
Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a great day! Enjoyed learning more about the Mauori culture. The arts and craft tour was amazing.
A Very Nice Tour and Guide!
Mark J,
Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Russell was the best guide we ever had! He was at the pick up point with the names of his guests displayed and greeted us immediately. He was a very good driver and local historian. He knows his tours and handles everything. He is actually still helping us out with helping us out replacing some souvenirs we purchased during his tour and misplaced. This man will win the Viatour award in 2025. (If there is such a thing) We have used Viatours quite often around the globe and Russell ranks among the best in our opinion.
Make your own unforgettable memories!
sugartoypoodle,
Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was truly amazing! I gained a profound appreciation for Māori culture, and the highlights were many: the magical geysers, the unforgettable sight of kiwi birds, and the breathtaking Redwood forest. The brief stop at a kiwi plantation was also a valuable addition. A special thank you to our knowledgeable and engaging guide, Russel, who made the experience even more exceptional.
enjoyable day
Lorna W,
Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our driver was great. The sights she took us to were lovely. Te Puia village was a great experience to learn about the Maoris. It was wonderful to see the 3 kiwi birds and the bubbling mud and geysers too.