TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

Name: TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour
Price: 79 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.24 (133 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui!

Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off with a scenic drive around the Mount, cruise over the Harbour Bridge, and check out cool spots like the Elms Mission House and Old Post Office. We’ll pass by lush kiwi and avocado orchards before heading to the Scenic Lookout – your perfect photo stop with epic views of the Coromandel and White Island.

After the tour, you’ll have free time to wander the charming shops, cafes, and beaches of Mount Maunganui or take a stroll along the stunning Mauao or the main beach!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The total duration of this tour includes transportation or travel time

Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship

Gold Qualmark Tour Operator

Tour Name: City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour (red desk inside the port)

Our buses pick up just outside the cruise ship passenger exit, on the road. The exact location can vary depending on council instructions that day, so please head to our big RED FLAG and wait there. One of our team members will guide you to your bus.

Need help? Call us anytime

This tour is only offered on cruise ship days, as it’s specifically scheduled to align with cruise arrivals.

Qualmark Covid Clean approved

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Mount Hot Pools

*. Return here after your tour - 10 min walk from ship * Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility. As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognized the health benefits of warmed seawater to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle/joint aches and pains. A natural escape in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Soak in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for ultimate relaxation.

Admission Not Applicable

Mt Maunganui Main Beach

Drive around Mount Maunganui township and alongside one of the ‘best beaches’ in the world, Mount Main Beach is beautiful and showcases some stunning beach front houses and amazing views!

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

PLEASE CHECK 24 HOURS BEFORE DEPARTURE THAT YOUR TIME HAS NOT BEEN AMENDED

NOTE: Vehicle size may vary on busy days 18-40 seats

NOTE: Outside the passenger exit - check your tour time for location.

Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Driver/guide with local knowledge, fun & informative commentary throughout

Photo stop at the lookout (and Harbour Drive time permitting)

Driver Gratuities

No toilet on board vehicle

Options

TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

Reviews

4.24

133 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely Tauranga
Louise C,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Bart was an excellent narrator and shared various anecdotes as we drove around Tauranga. Overall, the tour was interesting. Please note that there was only one stop where passengers could get off the bus to take pictures (i.e. Minden Point). Also, there were no washroom breaks which did not present a problem but could be a factor for some.
The most disappointed tour ever.
Horace E,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Honestly this was a very boring tour because I could hardly hear some of what he's saying and there was as a 8mins stop just talking about kiwi when time was going and we needed to stop somewhere else before going on the ship. Everyone was wondering to themselves like what is this man doing really. It was tak all about kiwi while coming back to the ship
Unhappy customers
676tenam,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Joe was our tour guide, he took us through the industrial area of Tauranga and pointed out a multi story carpark that had been built and the powers at bee deemed unsafe, so it stands not used. Joe then headed up to some point, which he stopped at and we could exit the bus for 5 mins. On the way up, he told us "that cow is a beef cow, each house has a letterbox and the yellow bins are for recycling, the red are normal waste and soft plastics you need to drop off at your local supermarket. On the way back he proceeded to talk to us about kiwi fruit and that the factory that he worked at he was there when they sold the 300,000 kiwi, we then stopped to look at the kiwi vines. When we eventually got back Joe told us we were lucky as we got an extra 10 minutes. We were a party of 5 and not 1 of us enjoyed the tour. Total waste of $60 pp. Would not recommend
Brief & Thorough Overview
DITRAVEL,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was very casual, thorough & perfect in length thus allowing participants the time to explore on their own.
A tour with a laugh with Luise
Gareth H,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Luise was the best guide we had all of our trip. Funny as with her amazing commentry and outlook on life.....and her secret weapon of DUCKS :)
Hreat experience
Gayle A,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Janine wS very knowledgeable, very informative and a great sense of humour. Commentry was great and enjoyed the tour
A great tour with a very happy guide Louise
Gilliana S,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
An informative tour with a very bright and happy Louise as our driver and guide. She knew a lot about the area and drove us safely around the winding roads. An excellent company and guide
Don’t mention the ducks…..
Russell H,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Punctual, very informative and enjoyable. Louise had a great sense of humour and is a great ambassador for Tauranga!
Bus tour
Resort92207,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
If you want something to do for couple of hours, don’t get too excited though.
Missed tour
Daydream47672163011,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Could not get into port cancelled the tour waiting for refund cheers sounded like a good tour shame