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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Mt Drury and Moturiki Island Walking Tour including Mount Hot Pools Admission

Nature Walk - Tauranga - Starting from $85.00 per person

Make the most of your time in port at Tauranga on an easy 2.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Just steps from your cruise ship, explore the natural and cultural highlights of the area and learn about Maori culture and regional history. See sacred sites, walk along a coastal path to Mt Drury and Moturiki Island. Your tour includes entrance to Mount Hot Pools where you can treat yourself to a rejuvenating soak in the salt water pools. More...

Shore Excursion - White Island Volcano Experience Cruise & Guided Exploration

Ports of Call Tour - Tauranga - Starting from $350.00 per person

White Island Tour is an exclusive shore excursion from Tauranga.

You are met at Port Tauranga & travel by aircon vehicle to Whakatane to join catamaran for cruise to White Island.

During Cruise to White Island, enjoy commentary & possible wildlife sightings of whales, dolphins & marine birds (not guaranteed).

On arrival at White Island, travel ashore by Zodiacs (inflatable boats) and climb ashore to jetty.

Once ashore set out on guided walk... More...

Wairoa River Kayak Tour

Kayaking - Tauranga - Starting from $75.00 per person

Explore the upper reaches of the Wairoa River by kayak from Omanawa. No prior experience required for this self-guided, flat water paddle to Waimarino. More...

Swim With Wild Dolphins in Tauranga

Swim with Dolphins - Tauranga - Starting from $150.00 per person

Join this tour for a must-do, once-in-a-lifetime adventure with friendly dolphins in their natural habitat! Number 1 on Trip Advisor and Trip Advisor Award of Excellence 4 years in a row! We guarantee dolphins or whale sightings as we want you to have this amazing experience!
Get up close and personal with playful dolphins who love interacting with people. You can stay dry and watch the magic from the boat or get in the water and swim with these fantastic wild dolphins. Our... More...

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Guided Walk of Mount Maunganui

Ports of Call Tour - Tauranga - Starting from $95.00 per person

Enjoy listening to facts and stories about the area as you are guided to the summit of Mount Maunganui. Be captivated by the views of off shore Islands, the township and the stunning Main Beach, which has been named one of New Zealand's best beaches! You can expect to see various types of sea birds, perhaps seals and dolphin and occasionally the odd Orca. More...

1-Hour Tauranga Harbour Scenic Cruise from Mount Maunganui

Sightseeing Cruise - Tauranga - Starting from $30.00 per person

Experience a 1-hour scenic cruise from Mount Maunganui of the Tauranga inner harbour. You will have the option to hop-off at Matakana Island beach to be picked up anytime on the same day at no extra cost. Occasionally you may see some seasonal wildlife on your cruise like blue penguins, sea birds, NZ fur seals. Get close-up with cargo and container ships or visiting cruise ships in the Port of Tauranga.

Children 11 years and under travel free!

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Swim with Dolphins in the Bay of Plenty with a Full-Day Tour

Swim with Dolphins - Tauranga - Starting from $150.00 per person

Swimming with dolphins is commonly listed in the top ten things to do before you die. This day in the bay is one of the best value, memorable experiences you can enjoy with family and friends or on your own. The friendly experienced crew will ensure you make the most of your time while on and in the water with the dolphins. Not only give you the opportunity to swim with dolphins, but you will also visit one of Bay of Plenty's beautiful islands. Enjoy a barbecue lunch and have time to snorkel... More...

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Pillans Escape - Bed and Breakfast.

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Shore Excursion - White Island Volcano Experience Cruise & Guided Exploration - Ports of Call Tour - Tauranga. Starting from $350.00 per person.

White Island Tour is an exclusive shore excursion from Tauranga.

You are met at Port Tauranga &...

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