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December–March
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Mount Maunganui: Closest to the iconic beach, Mauao summit and most cafes; great for walking and swimming. Tauranga CBD / Waterfront: Central for ferries, restaurants, galleries and evening walks along the harbour. Papamoa: Long sandy beaches and quieter holiday-vibe neighbourhoods, good for families.
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Kaituna Cascades was the original company to explore and start rafting the Kaituna River, and is still locally owned and operated by two current raft guides - so you know you'll be…
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES*** Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand by all tourists. As you only have a small wind…
Approx. 420 minutesView on Viator →
Enjoy a magical 6-6.5 hour tour to the Hobbiton Movie set, used for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series, which has made NZ famous. Leaving the port, we first travel …
Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren. The tour operates in the evening due to…
Approx. 195 minutesView on Viator →
Our vehicles and our tours are designed to provide you with the best possible comfort, exceptional value and mixed with personal interaction to ensure you can enjoy your day stress…
Approx. 420 minutesView on Viator →
Join this tour for a must-do, once-in-a-lifetime adventure with friendly dolphins in their natural habitat! Admire wild common dolphins from the boat and, in some cases, get in t…
Approx. 300 minutesView on Viator →Start with the number of days you have, then choose an unhurried, balanced, or fuller pace. Review the suggested route before generating your daily plan. Transport allowances are estimates; confirm services and meeting points before booking.
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