Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

Overview

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English

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This sightseeing tour consists of two short hikes showcasing the natural beauty of Tauranga and the surrounding countryside. You will see breath taking views of the Bay of Plenty coastline and New Zealand's native forests plus learn about some of the local history of the area.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Local Driver / Guide

Live commentary on board

Port pickup / drop off

Lunch

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Mount Maunganui

Your driver/guide will take you on a wonderful visual experience to several of the renowned sightseeing spots surrounding the city of Tauranga. 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

Papamoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park

Leaving the beach, you will travel a short distance along the coast to the Pāpāmoa Hills. With a height of 224 metres at the summit, the hills make up the end of the Otawa range that runs from the Mamaku Plateau out to the coast. This walk consists of a one hour (approx.) return walk across rolling farmland out to the end of the hills where you will get sweeping views along the Bay of Plenty coastline and across the city of Tauranga. The area is one of the most significant historical and archaeological sites in New Zealand. First settled by Māori around 1400AD there are the remains of several Pā (Village) across the site dating back to 1650AD.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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Scenic Short Hike Tour - Papamoa Hills and McLaren Falls

Pickup included

Reviews

4.75

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Absolutely loved this...
Vickie B,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely loved this tour. Guide was fun, informative and a great driver. The hikes were not too long and beautiful scenery. We love the small group too. I would highly recommend it.
Great for cruise guests!
450danh450,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great value! We met our guide Robert right outside cruise gates and drove in small van to our first stop where we hiked up a hill to see beautiful views of bay and countryside. We are in late 50s and had no trouble. 2nd stop was McLaren Falls where we had a chance to have lunch at cafe followed by beautiful flat riverside trail walk amid giant ferns and cedars. Robert gave great info and made for fun active day. Highly recommend!
Uphill to the sheep
Herman J,
Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Uphill hike. Beautiful panoramas. Sheep were quite photogenic. No for people with mobility issues. Great tour guide
Nice trip around the pretty town of Tauranga.
Julia B,
Jan 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of useful information. We had plenty of opportunities to take photos of the beautiful scenery. We drove to gardens and a kiwi plantation where we tasted the yellow and green varieties.