Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will include amazing scenery from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. The main attraction is a visit to Waiotapu There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide.
"FREEBIES":
- Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside
- Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest (time permitting)
- Rotorua City Government Gardens (time permitting)
EXTRAS
- Waiotapu Geothermal Reserve - Entry Fee additional
- Lunch
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Private transportation
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Entrance fees to attractions as specified
We will stop at a local cafe.
Snacks
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Meet me on the grassy area opposite the exit gates, near the flag pole. I will have a sign with your name on it. Follow the pathway from the ship through the information tent and to the exit gate (there is only ONE exit gate).
Traveler pickup
Tauranga Port
Mt Maunganui Main Beach, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand As we depart the Port we will drive along Pilot Bay and past Mount Maunganui. Hear the Maori legend and learn the meaning of the name. Marvel at the stunning white sand beach where we can stop for beautiful photos. 5 minutes
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua, New Zealand Breathe some fresh air in a beautiful Redwood Forest and see a Silver Fern. 20 minutes
Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool, Wai-O-Tapu, New Zealand See the largest mud pool in this region and be amazed at the bubbling and boiling mud and mini volcanoes. Then take a walk around the stunning geothermal reserve marveling at the colours and textures of the geothermal wonders. 60 minutes
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Mordechai_W
05 Mar 2025
Having a tour guide like Webdy turned a good trip into an unfogettable experience! Wedby combined personal service, deep local knowledge, and access to hidden gems that most travelers might miss.
869adriennep
26 Feb 2025
We came for the Lady Knox 10am then did the wonderland hikoi which is amazing and I would highly recommend. Please put toilets at the Lady Knox carpark - there were literally hundreds of people yesterday many like us had driven from Rotorua. I would think it would be a basic requirement for a tourist attraction?
LSL209
12 Feb 2025
We are glad we booked this private tour. The Wai O Tapu geothermal features are quite spectacular. Our driver Don went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. We saw some amazing views on our way there. For example, he stopped by the McLaren Falls where we took a short walk through a lovely fern forest to see the waterfall. We were never rushed at the sites.
All in all we had a delightful time. Thanks Don.
This tour in
North Island
is organized by
Independent Tours Tauranga
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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