Tauranga Shore Exc: Nature's Best: Lakes, Forests, Falls and Spas

5.0 (2 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation

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Secret Spot Spas Option — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Lake Tarawera — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Our tours are all tailored for cruise passengers, and we will meet you at the port. We time our trips to fit your docking time, and will have you back with plenty of time to spare.

Our small group tours ensure you get plenty of local knowledge and have fun with a more personalised approach. Ditch the impersonal big bus tours for our fully guided, friendly and fun-filled options. Enjoy treats and drinks along the way, and travel comfortably in our luxury vans with panoramic windows.

Come join us as we show you the very best this region has to offer.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 11 people
People per booking: 1–11
Guide: English
Operated by: A Day in the Bay

Ages: Children (0–15 years) · Adults (16–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: You will enjoy snacks of NZ kiwifruit, delicious gluten free brownie, muesli bars, traditional NZ sweets, and will be provided with water, juice, and the famous NZ Lemon and Paeroa drink.
Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Lake Tarawera, the Redwood Forest and the Footsoak spas are included. Option on the day to upgrade to the Private Spas and the Treetop Walk is possible and recommended. Extra charge applies.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Lake Tarawera

one hour

After a quick tour of Mount Maunganui, we drive through famous kiwifruit country and then through the epic Lakes District to view the Blue Lake, Lake Rotoiti and then the iconic Lake Tarawera; dominated by the still active volcano, Mount Tarawera . You will see ancient Maori rock drawings, and learn about the history of the world famous Pink and White Terraces and the Tarawera Volcanic eruption. Make sure you take your camera, as this is a truly spectacular location.
Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua

one hour Admission included

Next we visit the stunning Secret Spot Hot Tubs and enjoy a relaxed lunch stop. Simply grab a bite and a drink and soak your feet, wander the stunning grounds or book your own private Hot Tub experience (extra charge).
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest

1 h 15 min Admission included

To round out our relaxing day in the hinterland, we head to the famous Redwoods Forest. Breathe in the cool and clean air, and look out for native birdlife as you explore the many pathways on the ground, or upgrade to traverse the many swing bridges and walkways high up in the forest on the famous Treetop Walk (additional charge, highly recommended). This is an outstanding activity, and one of our absolute favourites in the region. What a way to wind up your day in nature!
Okere Falls

45 min

On our way home, we take a peek at the tallest commercially rafted waterfall in the world! We usually get to see the rafters and kayakers shooting down the falls, but even if they are not there, it's a stunning sight to see. Depending on time and fitness levels, there are different walking distance options: 1 minute (top of the falls), 12 minutes (best viewing area), 15 Minutes (includes Hinemoa's steps and takes you to the base of the falls as well). This is just another highlight on this stunning day trip.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Important note:

Please don't worry about published start and end times - we know when your ship is in and will confirm start and end times with you closer to the tour date. We time all our tours to suit your ship docking times.

We will be standing in front of the flagpole just outside the Cruise Port Exit. We will have a sign with "A Day in the Bay" and your name on it. Please try to be there 10 mins prior to the trip leaving.

When you step off the ship, turn left and walk 50-100M out the port gates. Once out the gates, look to your right and the flagpole is there.

We provide a fully guided experience using Mercedes Vans with panoramic windows.

Using your ticket

We will be standing by the flagpole just outside the Cruise Port Exit. We will have a sign with "A Day in the Bay" and your name on it. Please be there 20 mins prior to the trip leaving

Our tours are all tailored for cruise passengers, and we will meet you at the port. We time our trips to fit your docking time, and will have you back with plenty of time to spare.

Unlike many of the big bus tours, we provide a fully guided experience and luxury Mercedes Vans with panoramic windows.