Tauranga Shore Excursion: Top Half Day Curated Highlights Tour
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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*** We run ALL these tours to fit with cruise ships arrival & sailing times****
This half-day Tauranga Highlights Tour is designed especially for cruise guests who want to see more in less time—without feeling rushed. You’ll enjoy a guided, personal experience with plenty of local insights, immersive stops, and stunning scenery. This tour blends the must-see sights with authentic stories and hidden gems you won’t find on your ship’s excursions, offering exceptional value, relaxed pacing, and the warm hospitality that makes the Bay of Plenty so special.
• Guaranteed to see plenty at this Idyllic seaside resort of Mount Maunganui
• Interesting Tauranga city centre
• Learn about and visit Historic Landmarks -
• See the beautiful rose gardens - Nov/Feb
• Kiwifruit tasting
• Walk in native rainforest to beautiful Waterfalls
• Impressive Photo Opportunities
Join the locals at a cottage cafe and enjoy a freshly baked muffin /scone and great coffee.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable clothing, walking shoes
Please bring sun protection
Pricing is per person
There is some walking involved - optional
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
Mount Maunganui is voted New Zealands number 1 beach and seaside resort. With its iconic Mauao - a volcanic lava dome, 232 mtrs high standing proudly at the headland and the 22kms of beautiful white sandy beach, not forgetting to mention Marine Parade which showcases some of New Zealand most expensive and luxurious holiday homes - this is not a place to miss seeing.
Tauranga
We cross over the harbour bridge from Mount Maunganui to Tauranga City. View the inner city precinct and learn more about the heart of the region.
What‘s Included
Free Ice cream
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy tea/ cofee and freshly baked muffin at cottage cafe.
Fresh Kiwifruit and Manuka Honey Tastings
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Top Half Day Curated Highlights Tour
Reviews
155 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tauranga Excursion
Barbara M,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a cross section of the Tauranga area. Including historic sites, waterfalls and great view points. Kerry was a great driver and tour guide. We had kiwi, honey tasting and ice cream. He really enjoys what he is doing.
A great tour around Tauranga
Adiel A,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful tour, including historical places, view points, gardens, a walk along a small river, learn about kiwi fruit and see a vine, watch an amazing waterfall, and even more…
Great tour do not miss it. Great value
Sevda D,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and I highly recommend it. Our tour guide Steven was great guy. Special thanks to him.. He was very informative and helpful guide.
Terry was amazing on our...
Anne T,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry was amazing on our tour - very informative and so pleasant. Thoroughly enjoyed being on this tour and would recommend it!
Good overview of the area
cindyMidMN,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kerry was an excellent guide. Great way to see the area in a short amount of time.
New Zealand Cruising.
Theresa A,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is highly recommended as the 5 hours were fully utilized with sceneries and snacks - muffin, kiwi fruits and ice cream 😋👍.
Relaxing exploration!
AmandaUK,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry was a great guide who blanced imparting knowledge, allowing us tourists to take our obligatory snaps & proving a great experience. Thank you.
An enjoyable day of panoramic views and local delights!
RJ P,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an enjoyable day with our guide/driver Terry for our smaller group (20) in a comfortable van . We able to explore all as described; we headed out via a beautiful memorial park stop to Te Puna to take in panoramic views, enjoying a delicious cappuccino and fresh muffin while ducks were nearby. This was followed by an optional trek on rainforest path to climb up in McClaren Falls - you need a decent level of fitness to take this on - then we stopped near the road to get a close-up view of kiwis growing on the vine and finished with a stop at a roadside shop to sample the delicious local ice cream - a refreshing break! An enjoyable day. The tour did go over time but that did not effect a timely return to our ship.
Wonderful Time
stephen b,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful way to see a variety of things. McLaren Falls park being a highlight of sheer beauty. Our Guide was fun and informative, the kiwifruit was tasty and the ice cream rated a 10, even from our world traveler sister. We took our tour guides advice to walk around the volcano base in the harbor where every ten steps there was a new fantastic view!
Great, Personalized Tour
Connie L,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic tour with Marina. She was very knowledgeable about the area and she took us to every place advertised in the tour description plus so much more. She allowed time for my husband to walk in the water so he could say he was in the Pacific Ocean; she stopped for clean, bathroom breaks; our muffins and tea were excellent; she allowed extra time for me to make the trek to the waterfall; we had a delightful picnic of fresh kiwi, kiwi juice, and honey; and she dashed into a dairy store to get ice cream for us to eat while stuck in traffic. We could not have asked for a more personalized tour.
From NZ$112.00
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