7 Hours Te Puia Rotorua Tour from Tauranga with Concert

New Zealand is a land of dramatic natural activity, where the earth is in constant motion. As you explore erupting geysers, bubbling mud pools, and steaming thermal springs, you will experience this powerful environment firsthand.

Before entering the geothermal valley, we visit a local Kiwifruit Experience. At the orchard, you can see, touch, and taste locally grown kiwifruit products while learning about one of the region’s largest industries.

Your tour begins with pickup from the Port of Tauranga. For guests not arriving by cruise ship, an alternative pickup location can be arranged. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide will provide live commentary on points of interest.

Our Rotorua tour starts with a 10-minute photo stop at Mount Maunganui Main Beach, one of New Zealand’s most beautiful beaches—perfect for morning sun photos.

You will enjoy a fully guided kiwifruit orchard tour in a specially designed vehicle, including tastings of different kiwifruit varieties and kiwifruit wines. The journey continues through pine forests and stunning landscapes, with a chance to see white-water rafters on the river flowing from Lake Rotoiti, one of the region’s thirteen lakes.

We stop in Rotorua for lunch or coffee at a local café before visiting Te Puia Thermal Valley, home to the famous Pohutu Geyser. Here you will witness erupting geothermal activity, bubbling mud pools, and hot springs. The site also offers opportunities to see the native kiwi bird.

The experience concludes with a visit to a Maori village, where you will enjoy a spectacular cultural performance and see traditional carving and weaving schools.

Rotorua’s Geothermal Valley, located less than 50 miles from the coast, is one of the Bay of Plenty’s most popular attractions. Your tour begins with pickup from the Port of Tauranga or another convenient location.

The first stop is a 10-minute photo break at Mount Maunganui Main Beach. On the way to Rotorua, we visit a kiwifruit orchard, where you will learn about kiwifruit growing and history, see the fruit on the vines, and enjoy tastings. The journey continues through scenic pine forests.

At Te Puia Thermal Valley, you will experience the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools, hot springs, and have the opportunity to see the native kiwi bird.