Tauranga Highlights Tour - Riverbug
Discover the iconic natural highlights and cultural sites of Tauranga.
EXPLORE THE BAY OF PLENTY
Your cruise ship will berth at the Port of Tauranga – a beautiful, scenic harbour located in the seaside resort suburb of Mount Maunganui, which is just a 15-minute drive from downtown Tauranga. There are plenty of things to do in and around Mount Maunganui and Tauranga, and it's just a one-hour drive from New Zealand's cultural hub of Rotorua, or just over an hours' drive to Hobbiton.
CRUISE INFORMATION
Make the most of your time in Tauranga by visiting our isite, conveniently located at the cruise port. Our friendly team will help you plan your perfect day with expert local information, maps, and recommendations. We offer a range of travel services and bookings, including:
• taxi services
• car rental bookings
• scenic flights
• attractions and activities
• tickets for local buses
From adrenaline-pumping skydives to relaxing harbour cruises, we’ve got you covered. Let us handle your travel arrangements so you can focus on enjoying your visit.
Planning your next stop? Visit the Tauranga or Mount Maunganui isite or email bookings@bayofplentynz.com to plan your next adventure!
Tauranga isite 1 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Mount Maunganui isite 137 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
Tauranga Day Excursions
Tauranga is the perfect base for your Bay of Plenty adventure. Known for its picturesque harbour, golden beaches, and vibrant local culture, Tauranga offers an unforgettable blend of relaxation and excitement. Whether you’re exploring the charming streets of Mount Maunganui, learning about the region's rich history, or simply soaking in the coastal beauty, there’s something for everyone.
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BOP Trips
Guided Tours for cruise ship passengers since 2011
Tauranga Hop On Hop Off Bus
Discover Tauranga with flexibility and fun on the Hop On Hop Off Tauranga bus, specifically designed for our cruise ship passengers.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.hoponhopoff.nz or from the iport when you berth.
Wicked Wanders
“Wicked” A New Zealand colloquialism meaning ‘Amazing’, ‘Fantastic’ or ‘Astonishing’.
Established in 2015 Wicked Wanders is a boutique tour operator specialising in providing personalised history and tasting tours of the greater Tauranga area.
Wicked Wanders
Papamoa Hills Māori History Walk
Join us on a walk that touches on the historical and cultural importance of the Papamoa Hills from the period of the arrival of the waka. Enjoy the panoramic views that inspired our ancestors to build their fortified villages in these hills.
Papamoa Hills Māori History Walk
V8 Trike Tours
Discover Mount Maunganui & Tauranga on the back of an awesome V8 Chevy Trike. Buckle up, sit back and relax while our driver/guide shows you the stunning sights. A Qualmark Gold operator and successive Traveler's Choice Award Winners 2022 & 2023.
V8 Trike Tours
Mount Classic Tours Ltd
Mount Classic Tours are leaders in the Bay of Plenty offering a range of passenger transport solutions from weddings and special occasions to corporate transfers. Driven by our professional and friendly chauffeurs in late model, quality vehicles.
Mount Classic Tours Ltd
Taste of Plenty
Taste of Plenty is a boutique food tourism venture located in the stunning Bay of Plenty. Choose from a range of food and culinary tours, or let us design a custom tour for your group. Visit orchards, farms, providors & unique production facilities.
Taste of Plenty
Cruise Tauranga
Are you looking cruise ship shore tours from Tauranga? Join us for what will probably be the best day of your New Zealand cruise. We run small to large group tours to Rotorua, Hobbiton and Waitomo using only the very best guides and vehicles.
Cruise Tauranga
Mount Magic Scenic Flight
A peek at the Bay and thrill of a chopper ride, taking in views of the city, Mount Maunganui and glorious sandy beaches.
Mount Magic Scenic Flight
Bay Explorer
30 minute scenic flight around the bay of plenty including a remote beach landing for a photograph.
Bay Explorer
Mana Māori Experiences
Katikati Arts & History Day Trip from Bayfair, Mount Maunganui with your local Maori guide. Experience the history of local settlement, both Māori and non-Māori including through the arts.
Mana Māori Experiences
Zealandier Tours LOTR Movie Set and Tauranga Discovery H1
Visit New Zealand's number one tourist attraction - grab your spot deal today - LOTR Trilogy & Hobbiton Movie Set
Zealandier Tours LOTR Movie Set and Tauranga Discovery H1
Surf Safari
A real sample of the beautiful Bay of Plenty taking in the expansive coastal views of the Western Bay.
Surf Safari
Scott Tours, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty Tours
Scott Tours specialises in small group tours from Tauranga for all visitors to this region including cruise ship passengers.
Join us to explore the fantastic coastal regions of Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and the ancient geothermal wonderland of Rotorua.
After your day of discovery, we will return you to your accommodation or your cruise ship at the Port of Tauranga well before your scheduled embarkation time.
Māori History and Culture of Tauranga Moana
Join your local Māori guide to hear stories of conflict, heroics and acts of chivalry of those who settled in the amazing Tauranga area. You will discover how the ‘Bay of Plenty’ got named. You will be immersed in our Māori cultural history.
Māori History and Culture of Tauranga Moana
Tauranga/Rotorua Māori Culture and History Tour
Enjoy the immersive Māori history and culture experience from Tauranga to Rotorua. Hear the stories of the arrival of our Māori ancestors and the subsequent settlement conflicts before journeying to Rotorua to experience a Māori cultural performance.
Tauranga/Rotorua Māori Culture and History Tour
Vivid Golf Tours - 'Sea to Tee' Golf Experience from Port of Tauranga (8 Hours)
Our premium all-inclusive grassroots golf adventure. Collected from the Tauranga Port, you’ll be chauffeured by our guide to one of our partnered golf clubs for the day.
Vivid Golf Tours - 'Sea to Tee' Golf Experience from Port of Tauranga (8 Hours)
ROTORUA DAY EXCURSIONS
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Just a short drive away, Rotorua is famed for its geothermal wonders and deep cultural heritage. Discover bubbling mud pools and steaming geysers, thrilling adventure activities, and authentic Māori cultural experiences.
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Shore Trips and Tours - Hobbiton & Rotorua Combo
Embark on the ultimate Tauranga tour, unmissable for cruise visitors. Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set, reliving the magic of Tolkien's world. Then, discover Rotorua's geothermal wonders at Whakarewarewa Village, a Maori village in a volcanic valley. This unforgettable journey ensures you return to the port on time for your ship's departure.
Best of Rotorua
Te Puia Geothermal/Cultural Park, Geysers, bubbling mud, Kiwis
Best of Rotorua
ND Kiwi Tours Ltd
ND Kiwi Tours offers flexible and highly accessible small group day tours, cruise ship shore excursions and private charters tailored to meet travellers’ needs.
ND Kiwi Tours Ltd
ND Kiwi Tours: Whakarewarewa Living Geothermal Village
Learn about authentic Māori culture during a day tour of Whakarewarewa, a living Māori village located in Rotorua’s famous geothermal valley.
ND Kiwi Tours: Whakarewarewa Living Geothermal Village
Custom Day Tours
Custom Day Tours organise your custom day tours and shore excursions around the Bay of Plenty Rotorua, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga and beyond.
Zealandier Tours - Māori culture and geothermal encounter W3
You are guaranteed a multi-faceted touring itinerary with expert local guides Māori culture and geothermal encounter W3
Zealandier Tours - Māori culture and geothermal encounter W3
Hobbiton Day Excursions
Journey to the magical world of Hobbiton, where the enchanting film set of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit comes to life. Wander through lush green hills, visit the iconic Hobbit holes, and enjoy a drink at The Green Dragon Inn – a dream experience for fans of all ages.
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Tauranga-Rotorua: Te Puia Geysers & Hobbiton Movie Set. Cruise Ship Day Tour.
8.5hr combination tour of two world-famous attractions. At Rotorua we explore-Te Puia Geothermal Wonderland-see erupting geysers, boiling mud, hot pools. We visit Middle Earth with a tour of Hobbiton Movie Set where these famous movies were filmed.
Tauranga-Rotorua: Te Puia Geysers & Hobbiton Movie Set. Cruise Ship Day Tour.
Tauranga-Hobbiton Movie Set. Private Cruise Ship Day Tour
Your great adventure to Middle Earth & Lord Of The Rings Movie Set starts here. After travelling thousands of miles to visit New Zealand you cannot miss this opportunity to see this wonderful guided tour of the movie set, only seen in New Zealand.
Tauranga-Hobbiton Movie Set. Private Cruise Ship Day Tour
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
A must see for all Lord of the Rings fans. Join us for a magical journey to Middle Earth where you can become part of the wonder that was created called Hobbiton. This movie set was used for the 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' movies.
6hr Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Departs Tauranga
The Ultimate Hobbiton Experience Helicopter Package
The thrill of a Helicopter ride to the front door of the acclaimed Hobbiton Movie Set Tour. This is a must do for any Lord of the Rings fan.
The Ultimate Hobbiton Experience Helicopter Package
Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Combo Helicopter Package
Board your private helicopter from Tauranga Airport and head for the Waikato plains where you can experience black water rafting and a guided Hobbiton tour.
Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Combo Helicopter Package
Shore Trips and Tours - Hobbiton & Rotorua Combo
Embark on the ultimate Tauranga tour, unmissable for cruise visitors. Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set, reliving the magic of Tolkien's world. Then, discover Rotorua's geothermal wonders at Whakarewarewa Village, a Maori village in a volcanic valley. This unforgettable journey ensures you return to the port on time for your ship's departure.