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Overview

    • Explore Tauranga & Mount Maunganui with stunning coastal and harbour views.
    • Enjoy a 5/10 minute Scenic Lookout stop with panoramic views across the bay.
    • Pass by local landmarks, historic sites and thriving kiwi & avocado orchards.
    • Experience the tour with friendly, knowledgeable local driver-guides + Wi-Fi
    • Free time to explore Mount Maunganui or choose our NEW Tauranga city drop-off.

Activity location

    • Tauranga
    • Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand | Meeting Point When you exit the port gates, turn RIGHT and walk about 20 metres. You'll spot a RED flag and our advertising boards on the grass. Please wait there as a member of our staff will be looking out for you. If you have trouble finding the location, please return to the Information Centre inside the port gates near the exit. Our team at the RED "City & Scenic Sightseeing" desk will be happy to assist you.
    • Bay of Plenty Region, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Departs every 30 minutes (timed to fit with cruise ships)
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    Fun commentary all the way
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    Awesome stop at the lookout (drive by other cool spots)
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    Comfy vehicles (18-50 seats) with free Wi-Fi on board
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    Full refund if your ship doesn’t dock
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    Guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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    Option to jump of in Tauranga City ** new this year!
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    DISCOUNT FOR GROUP BOOKINGS 10 PAX OR MORE
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    Note for shoppers; the best shops are in Mount Maunganui not Tauranga *
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
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    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Tips for your driver

What you can expect

  • The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui - take in the beautiful coastal scenery as we drive around Mount Maunganui before crossing the Harbour Bridge into Tauranga. Along the way, we'll pass local landmarks including the historic Elms Mission House and Old Post Office as well as thriving kiwi and avocado orchards.

    We'll stop at the Scenic Lookout for approximately 10 minutes where you can capture spectacular photos and enjoy panoramic views across the Bay of Plenty, including the Coromandel Peninsula and the volcanic White Island.

    Enjoy the journey with our local, friendly and professional driver-guides, whose knowledge, warmth and genuine Kiwi hospitality bring the area to life.

    After the tour, enjoy free time to explore famous Mount Maunganui at your own pace. Browse boutique shops and cafés, relax on the beach or stroll along the picturesque boardwalks that surround the township.

    NEW FOR THIS YEAR: Choose our convenient Tauranga city centre drop-off option on the return journey and enjoy extra time to explore the city's waterfront and Art Gallery at your own pace before returning to Mount Maunganui.

    Tour Highlights:
    Departs every 30 minutes (timed to fit with cruise ships)
    Fun commentary all the way
    Awesome stop at the lookout (drive by other cool spots)
    Comfy vehicles (18-50 seats) with free Wi-Fi on board
    Full refund if your ship doesn’t dock
    Guaranteed on-time return to your ship
    Option to jump of in Tauranga City new this year!

    Note for shoppers; the best shops are in Mount Maunganui not Tauranga

    Meeting Point: Our buses depart from just outside the cruise ship passenger exit. As the exact pickup location may vary due to port and council requirements please look for our large RED FLAG and wait there. A member of our team will meet you and direct you to your bus.

    Please Note: Our City & Scenic Sightseeing Tour operates exclusively on cruise ship days and is scheduled to coincide with ship arrival and departure times. As cruise schedules can vary, final tour times are confirmed closer to the date of travel. This tour is not available on non-cruise days.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tauranga
    • Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand | Meeting Point When you exit the port gates, turn RIGHT and walk about 20 metres. You'll spot a RED flag and our advertising boards on the grass. Please wait there as a member of our staff will be looking out for you. If you have trouble finding the location, please return to the Information Centre inside the port gates near the exit. Our team at the RED "City & Scenic Sightseeing" desk will be happy to assist you.
    • Bay of Plenty Region, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand