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Te Puia Tour
A day of excitement, culture, kai and connection awaits…
Once we depart the Port of Tauranga and pass through the City, we will be bound for Rotorua which will be approx a 1.5hr drive. During this time you can enjoy an array of our (all inclusive) snacks and cakes, relax with a water or soft drink while you sit back and take in the beautiful scenic views, of which there will be many.
The Bay of Plenty region we are travelling through today is well known for its significant horticultural, forestry and tourism industries which are well established in the region. We will be passing through a lot of farmland as we continue our journey to Rotorua.
Once we have arrived in Rotorua, our day is spent at Te Puia, Rotorua’s world-class guided experience and cultural performance centre. You will experience a leading cultural performance in a beautifully carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. It will include a Pōhiri (Traditional Māori Welcome), Waiata (Song), Mōteatea (traditional chant), Poi and Haka.
You come face to face with the biggest, naturally active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere Pōhutu Geyser, and enjoy the up-close experience with the New Zealand Kiwi, in the brand-new Kiwi Conservation Centre. Be mesmerised by exploding mud pools all throughout the valley and gaze at beautifully crafted Māori-made artwork and sculptures visible throughout Te Puia.
If time permits, lunch (not included) is available at Pātaka Kai Restaurant. A Hāngī Lunch Buffet, each dish has a twist of authentic Māori cuisine then crafted with locally sourced and freshly prepared ingredients by award-winning chefs. From Steamed Puddings to Kai Moana (Seafood), Manuka Smoked Ham, Hāngī Chicken, Pātaka Kai has something to tempt all taste buds with tantalizing dishes.
On our journey back to your ship, you can sit back and enjoy the memories you made today while you were exploring “our backyard”.
We will have you back at your ship at the Port of Tauranga well prior to your sailing time.
Please note the 25th and 26th December, 1st and 2nd January and 6th February are Public holidays and incur a 15% public holiday surcharge.
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- people Group Size: From 1 Up To 50
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Wai-O-Tapu Tour
Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is New Zealand's most colourful geothermal attraction.
This will be a very colorful day to remember so have your cameras charged and ready…
As we depart Tauranga, our journey through to Waiotapu will take approx 1.5 hrs, so sit back and enjoy the ride, snacks and soft drinks (all inclusive) as you take in the beautiful Aotearoa scenery.
On route we will be passing through a lot of farming land, avocado and kiwifruit orchards and pine forests. As we get nearer to Rotorua, we pass Lakes Rotoiti and Lake Rotorua, 2 of the 16 lakes in the region.
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland, is named as "One of the 20 Most Surreal Places in the World" Thousands of years in the making and unique geothermal elements sculpted by thousands of years of geothermal activity. Waiotapu (Māori for "sacred waters").
Prior to European occupation the area was the homeland of the Ngāti Whaoa tribe who descended from those on the Arawa waka (canoe).
Unique features include the world famous Champagne Pool naturally coloured springs, bubbling mud, steaming ground, expansive vistas, huge volcanic craters and sinter terrace formations. The natural bush setting adds another dimension to the experience as does the Lady Knox Geyser which erupts daily at 10.15 am to heights of up to 20 meters.
The Visitor Centre has a wide range of New Zealand souvenirs and a cafe where you can purchase food, drinks etc.
On our leisurely scenic drive back to your ship, you will have time to peruse the many photos from your day full of glorious colour.
We will have you back at your ship at the Port of Tauranga well prior to your sailing time.
Please note the 25th and 26th December, 1st and 2nd January and 6th February are Public holidays and incur a 15% public holiday surcharge.
Restrictions
- people Group Size: From 1 Up To 50
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