Redwoods Forest Whakarewarewa Tours and Activities
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Rotorua is a place of geysers, mud pools, Maori villages, and lakes, but it’s also rung by Redwood forests that house some of the world’s best mountain biking. Here in the Redwoods Forest Whakarewarewa, just minutes from the center of town, visitors will find a network of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding that weave through towering Redwoods. Though the area was planted for commercial forestry, it’s also become a favorite spot for outdoor recreation, where mountain bikers fly thousands of miles for the chance to experience the trails.
You don’t have to be a pro biker, however, to enjoy Redwoods Forest Whakarewarewa; the network of trails has options that cater to all different levels of riders, and one of the best ways to experience the forest is on a guided mountain bike tour. You can also just simply stroll through the forest, enjoying the sights and smells. At just 1.5 miles, the Redwood Grove Memorial track has the largest collection of Redwoods, and can be extended to over 2 miles by following the Waitawa Walk Loop.
Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, 3074
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Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour
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Discover Rotorua on a 1.5-hour duck tour. This sightseeing adventure takes you aboard a World War II amphibious vehicle — able to travel on land and water. Start with a city tour past Government Gardens, the Blue Baths and more before splashing down into Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) and Lake Okareka. Enjoy family fun along the way with a provided duck caller, and listen to live commentary about Rotorua’s history and local landmarks.
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$53.93
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$53.93
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
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Even on the cloudiest night, the New Zealand glowworm lights up the darkness in a lucky few spots across the country. This short evening bush-walk departing from Rotorua involves a short drive, a walk through picturesque native bush and the chance to see these increasingly rare creatures. Tack this tour onto the end of a thrilling day in Rotorua instead of hiring a car for an almost two-hour drive west to visit the exceedingly popular Waitomo Caves. This is one of the easiest ways to experience Aotearoa’s unique glowworm habitats.
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$49.86
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Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest
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Located just five minutes from downtown Rotorua, the Whakarewarewa Forest features 100 miles (160 km) of twisting mountain bike trails. Book your bike hire for a half-day ride through this redwood terrain, considered one of the region’s top trail networks. You’ll find a variety of paths for all abilities on this self-guided bike tour.
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$36.14
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$36.14
Redwood Forest , Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland
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Take a Tour which is Good for your soul.
Visit Nature & Natural Places in New Zealand.
Book with us for a Flexible , affordable Private Tour.
Take your break wherever you want, No Sharing or Group Tour.
Enjoy your Privacy and Family Tour Time :)
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$368.01
Price varies by group size
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$368.01
Price varies by group size
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Including Rotorua Sightseeing
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Take a shore excursion to the Hobbiton Movie Set and sightsee Rotorua with a guide when your cruise ship pulls into port at Tauranga. Journey to Middle-earth and The Shire of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ fame, featured in the popular LOTR trilogy and ‘The Hobbit.’ Then learn traditional customs at the Maori village of Whakarewarewa before strolling past the spouting geysers and steaming hot springs of thermal Rotorua. Numbers are limited to 19 participants in this small-group tour to the land of hobbits and hot pools.
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$186.23
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$186.23
Deluxe small group Cruise Day Tour, Rotorua, Tauranga & Mt Maunganui highlights
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Easily explore the area outside the Port of Tauranga during this guided tour that includes port pickup and drop-off. First visit a New Zealand kiwi orchard, and get the chance to taste the native fruit yourself. Catch sight of natural wonders such as Okere Falls, Blue Lake, and Whakarewarewa Forest before going to taste New Zealand honey at a local farm (time permitting).
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$80.39
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$80.39
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Rotorua Exclusive Luxury Day Tour from Auckland
Rotorua lies at the heart of New Zealand’s Maori culture, and it’s also renowned for its thermal activity. Packing it all in during a day trip from Auckland can be cumbersome to plan, but with a private tour you’ll have the exclusive attention of your guide. Experience the geothermal wonders of Te Puia, including a steam box lunch, plus city sightseeing and surrounding lakes.
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$460.93
Price varies by group size
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$460.93
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Te Puia Geysers, Kiwi bird, Redwood Forest & Highlights Drive: Rotorua Tour
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See more of New Zealand's top attractions with a small group on this full-day tour from Rotorua. Take a scenic drive to Te Puia where geysers shoot into the air, see a live Haka performance and learn about Maori culture, drive through the enchanting Redwood Forest and more. This tour is ideal for those who are short on time and want to discover the best that Rotorua has to offer.
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$106.23
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$106.23
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Private Full-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland
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Immerse yourself in Māori culture, history, and tradition during this full-day private tour to Rotorua from Auckland. Get a traditional Māori welcome followed by a cultural show at Te Puia, then continue to the Kiwi House to get a good look at New Zealand's national bird. Follow your dedicated guide through the Pikirangi Māori Village to see how the indigenous people of New Zealand lived before the European settlers arrived. Explore the mud pools and geysers in the Te Whakarewarewa geothermal valley and spend time in the Rotorua government center. Round-trip transportation from Auckland is included; all entrance fees are at your own expense.
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$472.00
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$472.00
Private Tour Rotorua Shore Excursion up to 8 Passengers
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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 vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. 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
- Honey and Kiwi fruit tasting and orchard visit
- Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest
- Rotorua City Government Gardens
- Kuirau Park Geothermal area with bubbling mud, hot springs and a footbath
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
- Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village
- Te Puia Geotherrmal Park and NZ Maori Atrs & Craft Institiute
- Skyline Gondola & luge
- Agrodome Sheep show
- Waiotapu
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$590.00
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$590.00
per group
2 Day Hobbiton Movie Set, Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Tour from Auckland
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Discover the otherworldly beauty of New Zealand’s North Island, from Rotorua’s geothermal pools and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to the Shire at the Hobbiton Movie Set. On this 2-day coach tour from Auckland, you’ll experience ancient Maori traditions, the filmmaking history of ‘The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie. Enjoy standard (4 star hotel) overnight accommodation in Rotorua. 2-day tour of Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton and Rotorua from Auckland Visit the famous Waitomo Caves and learn how the glowworms radiate a magical luminescent light Discover Rotorua's cultural heritage and geothermal activity on a relaxing duck tour by amphibious vehicle! Experience real Maori culture at Tamaki Village with rituals, ceremonies, performances, storytelling and Admire Te Puia with its thermal mud pools and impressive geysers and beautiful kiwi bird watching. Enjoy a scenic drive across the Kaimai Ranges before you head to the Shire and Middle-earth on a Hobbiton Movie Set tour
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$736.76
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$736.76
Rotorua Day Tour Te Puia - Geysers - Maori Performance - Redwoods & Kiwi Bird
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Deluxe small group tour from Rotorua with your personal driver guide for the day!
Discover and experience, Rotorua's most popular & unique visitor attraction Te Puia with highlights stops along the way. Walk through a landscape, where steam rises all around you, the water boils and geysers erupt high into the air. The mud pools bubble and jump and the earth is heated from geothermal activity under foot. Be in awe as you catch a rare sighting of the Kiwi bird in its nocturnal enclosure. This is the homeland of the Maori people! Listen and learn the history and stories on a fully guided tour, then take your seat to experience and expressive, meaningful cultural show with songs and dance including the world famous Haka.
Explore Rotorua's top highlights including The Redwood Forest, Lake Rotorua, the Government Garden, Blue Baths, Rachels spring, Klamath rose gardens, the Museum and Kairua park.
A perfect tour for everyone, which offers so much to see and do in just one day.
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$205.56
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$205.56
Rotorua Maori Geothermal Geysers Tour with Highlights
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When your cruise ship docks in Tauranga, take a small-group shore excursion that showcases Maori culture and New Zealand's natural beauty. Highlights include the Living Maori Village, the geothermal geysers, kiwi orchards, and traditional cultural performance. Indulge in a deluxe 2-course lunch and a sightseeing tour of Rotorua before a walk among the redwoods of the Whakarewarewa Forest and a visit to the Tudor-style design museum. Your small-group tour includes admission fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from the cruise port.
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$119.48
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$119.48
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Tauranga Shore Excursion: Maori Geothermal Village & Kiwi Fruit Orchard Tour
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Once your cruise ship docks in Tauranga, get the most out of your time in port with this combo trip to the Geothermal Valley and a local kiwi fruit orchard. With a guide teaching you about the geology and history, explore the geysers, hot pools, and steam vents in the valley, then head to the kiwi orchards to learn about New Zealand's most famous export. Tastings of jams, juices, and different kiwi varieties included.
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$120.21
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$120.21
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Private Tour Waiotapu Geothermal Shore Excursion up to 8 passengers
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
- Kiwi fruit tasting and orchard visit (time permitting)
- 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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$674.95
per group
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$674.95
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Shore Excursion Tauranga & Rotorua incl Mineral soak & optional Spa treatment
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We specialise in personalised small group tour up to 14 people., much more affordable the the Ships own Tours. Most of our Guides are local and some were born here . Discover this diverse from Beautiful Beaches, Million dollar homes , Kiwifruit farm, to the lakes and geothermal area in the comport of our air conditioned vans. Maximise your time while in Port and we Guarantee you back to your ship on time !
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$109.89
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$109.89
Rainbow Springs and Rotorua Shore Excursion Private Tour
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 vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose to visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park as part of your day tour and 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.
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$626.87
per group
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$626.87
per group
14 Day - North to South Island Tour (All inclusive)
Tour includes:
Accommodation x14 nights.
Breakfast x14
Dinner x2
Activities include; Waitomo Glowworms Caves tour, Te Puia entry ticket, Tamaki Maori Village overnight experience, Spa thermal park reserve, Te Papa museum, Winery Tour (FROMM), Lake Tekapo Dark Sky reserve observatory, Queenstown Skyline and buffet dinner, Lots of hiking.
The ideal trip for any New Zealand first-timer. Experience some of the world’s most picturesque valleys, get up close to fascinating Māori culture and give the ticker a good workout with a plethora of adrenaline activities. This 14-day tour will take you around the country’s hottest spots, with accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time.
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$1,983.11
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$1,983.11
17 day - North to South Island Tour (All inclusive)
Tour includes:
Accommodation x17 nights.
Breakfast x17
Dinner x2
Activities include; Waitomo Glowworms Caves tour, Te Puia entry ticket, Tamaki Maori Village overnight experience, Spa thermal park reserve, Te Papa museum, Winery Tour (FROMM), Lake Tekapo Dark Sky reserve observatory, Queenstown Skyline and buffet dinner, Lots of hiking.
From the secluded beaches and volcanic craters of the north to the glaciers, mountains and fjords in the south, this is our most immersive experience possible. Adventure activities aplenty throughout the trip, with accommodation and some activities included, our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time. From Auckland to Christchurch and everything in between, this tour has New Zealand covered.
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$2,322.36
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$2,322.36
7 Day - North Island Tour (All inclusive)
This 7 day, small group guided tour of the North Island will visit the Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupō, and the bustling capital Wellington, with the option to visit Hobbiton and the Tongariro Crossing along the way. With accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time.
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$958.00
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$958.00
From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. Redwoods Canopy Walk & Rotorua Geysers
Redwoods Canopy Walk. World's Longest Living Tree Walk, 700 meters. 28 bridges.27 platforms.
A majestic and magical adventure, the Redwoods Treewalk experience is truly a walk to remember.
Suspended high above the forest floor, encounter 75-meter tall giant redwoods as you walk eco-suspended bridges & platforms.
Te Puia Geysers, 2 hour Tour: Heartland of Rotorua's geothermal activity & Maori culture. See and experience 'Pohutu' geyser the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere in action rumbling away as it erupts boiling water and steam up to 100 feet. An awesome sight. See & smell boiling mud pools, hot water pools, steam vents, a steaming volcanic landscape.
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$774.37
per group
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$774.37
per group
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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From Tauranga. Private Day Tour. "Te Puia" Geysers. Rotorua
After leaving Tauranga Port we tour downtown Mount Maunganui, a popular Kiwi holiday destination and it's stunning white sandy surf beach, voted best in New Zealand.
We visit a kiwifruit orchard (3 billion-dollar horticultural industry in the region) Drive through lush farmland, native bush, pine forest plantations and scenic lakes district. New Zealand hinterland at its best.
Arriving at Te Puia, see, smell & hear "Pohutu Geyser" the biggest geyser in the southern hemisphere, rumbling noisily as it erupts, a stream of steam and boiling water up to 30 meters (100ft)
Marvel at the display of bubbling mud & hot water pools in a steaming volcanic landscape! All very safe.
Experience a traditional Maori welcome, an entertaining cultural performance, and the fierce Haka.
See NZ's iconic kiwi bird, pre-European Maori village, wood carving, and flax weaving.
We explore Rotorua's lakefront, highlights, govt gardens, and historical architectural gem the Elizabethan Spa Bath House.
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$553.67
per group
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$553.67
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