Private Tour
Private Tauranga Day Trip - Te Puia Geysers. A Volcanic Landscape
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Go First Class-Small Group Tour-Max 4 people
“Return to Ship” Guarantee. On Board, On Time Ready To Sail !
Step off your ship and straight into adventure.
Visit New Zealand’s best surf beach, travel through lush farmland, waterfalls, pine plantations the lakes district.
Along the way we stop at a Kiwifruit orchard and a spectacular waterfall popular with whitewater rafters.
Arriving at Te Puia Geysers a fierce Māori welcome sets the scene for the 2.hr tour.
Your Māori guide leads you through this extraordinary geothermal valley—bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, traditional carvers at work, and our nocturnal native kiwi bird.
See mighty Pōhutu Geyser, erupting boiling water and steam up to 100 feet high.
We explore Rotorua lake front, the wonderful Govt Gardens-an architectural gem, the Old Spa Bath House.
The final stop is the fun and fascinating Zorb Balls, a uniquely Kiwi attraction.
Returning to port via a different scenic route giving you wonderful new landscapes.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Collapsible wheel chairs ok
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
After leaving Tauranga Port we tour downtown Mount Maunganui, a popular Kiwi holiday destination and it's stunning white sandy surf beach, voted best in New Zealand.
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
Redwoods Forest. A wonderful experience like no other, a short walk amongst huge 118 - year- old, 75-foot high redwood trees. Marvel at the natural beauty of our forest. A peaceful haven as you surround yourself with these gentle giants, native flora & sweeping silver ferns.
What‘s Included
Full audio commentary.
Bottled water
Professional local kiwi tour guide/driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission tickets are not included - they are paid on the day by credit/debit card.
Pickup points
Tauranga Port
Tauranga Airport
Tauranga New Zealand
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
51 Dive Crescent, Tauranga New Zealand
Options
From Tauranga - "Te Puia" Geysers - Rotorua - Private Shore Excursion
Pickup included
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not enough time
Lorna B,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00I felt our tour was rushed. We were either waiting for the tour ahead of us to leave so we could then see the next area or a tour was right on the back of us invading our space. Nice to see the heritage and customs are being preserved.
Rotorua and more!
Robin C,Feb 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved seeing the kiwis grow on a vine and amazing redwoods! The waterfalls and watching the rafting was so fun! Then to Te Puia and learning about the Māori culture and the geothermal fields! And we saw two kiwis! Amazing and full day….thank you!
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