Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour
Overview
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Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing at regular intervals from a central city location, our fully guided tours take you through some of Rotorua's most breathtaking scenery — from its 18 lakes nestled within lush native bush to its iconic geothermal landscapes. Along the way, your guide will share the fascinating stories behind the region, covering everything from Māori migration and geothermal history to what makes Rotorua the extraordinary place it is today.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Lake Rotorua
Drive around lakefront and learn about history. Great for photo opportunities.
Rotorua Duck Tours
Where all our tours depart from
Options
City and Lakes Tour
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
90-minute tour on authentic World War II amphibious vehicle
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
651 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Well worth it!
Trip46057247013,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tim our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Fun couple of hours for the family on the City and Lakes tour
Top morning out
Terrence M,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The time was a great experience with an informative commentary and a novel mode of travel. Just 'Do It' .
The guide Matt - loved...
Grace L,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide Matt - loved his sense of humor, had lots of fun. All the stories he told, the weather was not great- but he lightened our trip.
Web feet not required
449philp,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to spend 2hrs seeing the sights of Rotorua. Tim told stories,some fictional,some historical to enlighten the trip. A good small group type tour.
MUST DO! Duck Tour
527talim,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome time on the Duck Tour today! Huge shoutout to Tim 🫡 crack up the whole tour made it so much fun from start to finish. Great commentary and choice of songs, you could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. The tour itself was awesome and well worth it. 10/10 experience, highly recommend if you’re in Rotorua 🙂
Rotorua Duck Boat Tour
J1526VJsarahs,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome duck boat tour! I took a group of young people with disabilities and we were very well accommodated, regular check ins and a comfortable environment for them. Guide was great, very knowledgeable and told some great jokes and kept the vibe of the trip high. Would recommend! 10/10 experience :)
Fantastic way to explore Rotorua and surrounds
moopius,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best time on our guided city and lakes tour The guide was very knowledgeable about the landscape and Maori history and legends Highly recommend this tour
Not clear informations
M4191FSjustink,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Trip advisor chraged more than the normal rate. The Guide was not very friendly.
Great trip .must do experience
Z4543MCrobertc,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip .great informative tim the guide had a really good experience.it is a must do when you are there
It was great, the...
Lorraine G,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great, the commentary was light and Informative, and on our trip the weather wasn’t the best, however, this adds an air of mystery to the stories Oh and when Matt asks, go for option no2
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