Tauranga Port Guide

Kaituna Cascades, the original company to explore and raft the Kaituna River, is locally owned and operated by two current guides who lead trips through a beautiful vertical walled canyon with raftable waterfalls and playful rapids. You'll be in great hands on this unique river where the water is deep and warm (most of.

As the only Tauranga-based tour company with a Hobbiton-trained guide, we offer high-value, stress-free tours designed for comfort and personal interaction with everything sorted for you. Our vehicles are equipped with free Wi-Fi and USB charging points in the vehi.

This journey from the Bay of Plenty to the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set features scenic coastal views, native forest walks, and beautiful countryside landscapes. Please note that while other days operate normally, this tour no longer runs in conjunction with cruise ships docking at the port of Tauranga.

This private, customizable minivan tour for up to eight people is led by an experienced local guide and explores white sandy beaches, boiling mud pools, and beautiful forests. You can choose specific attractions to visit or enjoy the various free offerings available in this stunning part of New Zealand.

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator with international and NZ education backgrounds that provides cross-cultural learning through real-life experiences steeped in Tauranga tribal ancestry. Your authentic Māori storyteller guide will lead you on a journey of cultural discovery, connecting you with significant sites.

This 6-6.5 hour tour travels from the port past Mount Maunganui’s top-rated beaches, over the harbor bridge and Kaimai ranges, and into the lush Waikato farming district. You will visit the Hobbiton Movie Set, famous for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films, located in H.

Centered in Mount Maunganui and Tauranga, this evening tour uses double kayaks on the calm waters of Lake McLaren to view glow worms. The journey includes a short scenic drive through rolling countryside to the lake where you are welcomed with “Te R.

Experience a fascinating journey through the culture, geothermal wonders, and natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua on this immersive six-hour adventure.

Join this Gold Qualmark, award-winning operator seen on Travel Guides NZ for a thrilling Bay of Plenty experience on a New Zealand-built 5700cc V8 Chevrolet trike. These unique trikes offer a world-class experience rated in the top 10% of attractions worldwide from 2020-2025.

Available from September to April, this relaxing scenic hiking tour escapes the city to explore native forest walks, tranquil lakes, panoramic viewpoints, and hidden local gems in the Bay of Plenty.

Running from September to April, this immersive four-hour journey explores Tauranga’s stories, flavors, and scenic beauty through coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences.

This relaxed two-hour scenic history tour explores the fascinating stories, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage of Tauranga, one of New Zealand’s oldest and most important settlements.

This educational distillery tour offers insights into sustainable distillation and personalized 500ml gin creation using an extensive range of botanicals, many grown in an on-site permaculture garden. Discover how the power of plants is harnessed to craft luxury gins and liq.

Discover the stories, flavours, and scenic beauty of Tauranga on this immersive four-hour journey combining coastal highlights, fascinating history, and local food experiences. RUNS SEPTEMBER TO APRIL ONLY

This day of Epicurean delights includes a boutique brewery, a scenic drive to Rotorua, and a gondola ride to a cellar door for wine and spectacular views. The tour features diverse venues and tastings to treat your palate, finishing with dessert and a cocktail or coffee overlooking the harbor; Thi.

This unforgettable full-day journey explores the dramatic volcanic history and breathtaking geothermal landscapes of Rotorua, one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary natural environments.

Coordinating with cruise ship schedules, this tour meets you at the Port of Tauranga for a journey along the Mount Maunganui Coast to a kiwifruit orchard and Rotorua. You will stop at the renowned Redwood Forest for a canopy tree walk described as a step into parad.

Designed for cruise guests to see more in less time without feeling rushed, this guided half-day highlights tour aligns with arrival and sailing schedules. You will enjoy a personal experience blending stunning scenery and immersive stops with local insights, authentic stories, and hidde.

After a port pickup and 40-minute drive, walk through native forest to see the Kaituna River waterfall and local rafters at Okere Falls. The tour continues to town to visit three lakes, stopping at the Blue and Green lakes lookout and Tarawera Lake for picture opportunities and.

Operating from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, this tour visits Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand’s most colorful and diverse geothermal attraction formed by volcanic activity over thousands of years. You will explore a unique natural landscape where the key lies below the surface, making it one of the most ex.