Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal

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Tauranga, New Zealand

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Make the most of a day on land without driving yourself on a full-day private shore excursion from Tauranga to Rotorua. Sample kiwifruit en route, then travel past native forests, shimmering lakes, and rolling farmland. Be immersed in Māori culture and marvel at the geothermal activity at Whakarewarewa in Rotorua. If time allows, stop at Okere Falls and the Redwood Forest. The itinerary is customizable to suit your needs.

Includes port or hotel transfers for easy pickup
Tickets to Polynesian concert at Whakarewarewa are included
See the best of the North Island's cultural and geothermal heartland
No need to squeeze onto an overfull bus with a private tour just for you

What's Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Bottled water
Professional guide
Port pickup
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Polynesian concert, as well as a walk through the stunning geothermal wetland

Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please note, that we can accommodate up to 15 passengers, however the list price is only for 4 passengers, the additional costs (which covers for entry to Whakarewarewa Geothermal Village for an easy walk extremely close to the most geothermally active wetland in NZ and a finely honed Maori concert performance), should automatically increase as you add passenger numbers. For cruise ship passengers, we’ll greet you just outside the Port security gate, a 150 m walk north along the wharf from where your cruise ship docks at the Port of Tauranga. We will be waiting on a grassy knoll by the flagpoles, just outside this gate, most probably wearing black short sleeved collared shirts and bearing a sign with your name on it.

Itinerary

Mt Maunganui Main Beach

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Omanu Beach Surf Life Saving Club

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Te Puke

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mangorewa River (Pass By)

Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Rotorua

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Government Gardens

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rotorua Museum (Pass By)

Lake Okareka Walkway

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Polynesian Spa (Pass By)

Tikitapu Nature Walk

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mt. Tarawera

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Tikitapu

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Okere Falls

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time.
This is a private tour with a minimum of 2 people required to book
Stroller accessible

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 20 reviews

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Very nice private tour

Maria_P, Feb 2025

This was an outstanding tour. We loved everything, the Kiwi farm, the Maori village, the amazing views of the lakes, the Whakarewarewa Forest. Our guide was knowledgeable, funny and had good suggestions for food and nature stops.

Best for the first day choice from cruise ship New Zealand to Australia

Joyce_M, Jan 2025

We highly recommended this private tour by driver Steve! He is excellent the best! We have a group of eight we all love his tour with us the whole day

Educational, Lasting & Phenomenal Experience!

Jane_E, Jan 2025

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, prompt and thorough. This is definitely one of our family's adventures that will last for a lifetime. Our young adult kids enjoyed the experiences too. Went to so many awesome places with great views and visited the Kiwi farm and Maori village. Thank you!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you Jane for your positive comments and review and yes we always hope that our tours make a memorable (in a good way) impression...I think Thierry was your guide, I will pass on your regards, Toby

Great day off the ship!

Heather_T, Dec 2024

We were able to see most all the highlights of Rotorua/Tauranga on a limited time schedule. The service and tour was great! We were picked up right outside the port which made it easy for us as cruise passengers.

A recommended private tour

Kityee_N, Dec 2023

Excellent service, and the private tour was a total enjoyment. Driver took us to some local attractions which were beyond our expectations.

Highly recommend Arrow Tours.

Kylie_H, Mar 2023

Toby was a great host. He was very informative, friendly funny and accommodating. He took us to some awesome sites and went out of his way to flex to tailor the tour to what we wanted!

Arrow Tours Are The Best

Russell_D, Mar 2023

Absolutely fabulous day with Toby — Fantastic overview and information from Toby !!! Highly recommended!!!!

they picked us from the cruise ship...

mark_k, May 2017

they picked us from the cruise ship we had party of 4 people. We toured Tauranga city before heading south to Rotorua, We visited the Geyser , mudpools and cultural center with local show. we also enjoyed lunch by river own expense and Polynesian spa which i highly recommend