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Overview

The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui! Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off with a scenic drive around the Mount, cruise over the Harbour Bridge and pass by cool spots like the Elms Mission House and Old Post Office. We’ll also cruise by lush kiwi and avocado orchards before heading to the Scenic Lookout, your perfect photo stop with epic views of the Coromandel and White Island. After the tour, you’ll have free time to wander the charming shops, cafes, and beaches of Mount Maunganui or take a stroll along the beautiful boardwalks or the main beach! This tour has only 1 stop (5-10 mins) which is at the lookout!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Our buses pick up just outside the cruise ship passenger exit, on the road. The exact location can vary depending on council instructions that day, so please head to our big RED FLAG and wait there. One of our team members will guide you to your bus. Need help? Call us anytime

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Pilot Bay

Pilot Bay is a calm, wave-free harbour beach located directly beside the cruise ship dock. It features a flat, scenic boardwalk, shade-giving Pōhutukawa trees and gentle waters perfect for swimming, kayaking, or paddle boarding. It connects directly to the famous walking tracks of Mauao (currently closed) and sits just a 5-minute walk from downtown cafes and shops, making it an effortless, highly accessible spot for cruise visitors.

2. Mt Maunganui Main Beach

Mount Maunganui Main Beach is New Zealand’s premier ocean beach, famous for its pristine white sand, excellent surf, and the dramatic backdrop of Mauao (The Mount). Located a short walk from the cruise dock and downtown shops, it offers lifeguarded swimming, a scenic coastal boardwalk, and a walkable land bridge to the blowhole on Moturiki Island. It is an ideal spot to experience Kiwi beach culture, watch surfers, or walk along the pristine boardwalks.

3. The Tauranga Harbour Bridge is an elevated scenic walkway offering panoramic views of Mauao, the harbour and the vibrant Tauranga Bridge Marina at its base. It serves as a fantastic vantage point for visitors to watch the cruise ships navigate the channel, spot low-flying aircraft and view urban street art under the structure. The bustling marina below adds to the appeal, offering a picturesque spot to stroll past luxury yachts, dine at waterfront restaurants or fish from public platforms.

4. The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga

The Elms (Te Papa Tauranga) is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most significant heritage sites, serving as a preserved time capsule of early Māori and European contact. Located on the Te Papa peninsula just above Tauranga's CBD, the site features category-one listed buildings and nationally significant gardens.

Duration: 5 mins

5. The Old Tauranga Post Office

The Former Tauranga Post Office (built in 1906) is a magnificent Edwardian Baroque-style landmark located in the heart of the CBD. As one of the city's most architecturally significant heritage buildings, it serves as a prominent reminder of Tauranga's early civic history. Now transformed into a wonderful boutique hotel & restaurant known as 'The Clarence".

6. Minden Lookout

To get a perspective on the beautiful Bay of Plenty we head to the Minden Lookout. Located to the west of Tauranga and 286 metres above sea level the Minden Lookout gives a panoramic view of Tauranga and Mount Maunganui. From here, on a clear day you will see the coastline up to the Coromandel and down to Whakatane with Whakaari (White Island) in the distance.

Duration: 10 mins

7. Harbour Drive

One of Tauranga's most desirable of locations. Harbour Drive is real estate royalty not only for being waterfront, but is also within walking distance to Tauranga's CBD, restaurants, supermarkets, cafes, golf course, retail shopping, marina and schools but without the hustle and bustle of the city. Stunning views across to Matakana Island and Mount Maunganui, a true beauty spot! (Time permitting)

Duration: 5 mins

8. Tauranga

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.

Duration: 5 mins

9. Bay Oval Cricket Ground

Bay Oval is a cricket ground in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty area of New Zealand. The ground was built in Blake Park and opened in 2005. Bay Oval has hosted men's and women's international limited overs matches since 2014. It hosted its first Test match in November 2019. Blake Park hosts other sporting activities such as Rugby, Hockey, Netball and Soccer.

10. Zespri International

Zespri International Limited HQ is the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. They work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which they supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers.

11. Giant Pohutukawa Tree

This very large old tree, estimated to be approximately 600 years old is the last remaining pre-European Pōhutukawa on the Mt Maunganui ‘sand bar’ and has local Ngäi Te Rangi Iwi significance. It has been reported that in the early days of settlement, several skeletons of pre-European origin were located at the tree's base in a kneeling ceremonial position. Māori leader Kihi Ngatai (Ngai Te Rangi) was quoted in the Bay of Plenty Times that during Cyclone Bola several of the branches broke off and that local Māori would not allow council to cut the tree, as the deceased were once hung from the branches until they decomposed. Their bones were then buried underneath it. Not always possible in a large bus, however you do see so many beautiful Pohutukawa Trees on the journey!

12. The Mount Mainstreet

Mount Mainstreet is a relaxed, vibrant, boutique shopping strip lined with phoenix palm trees and is home to some of the top designer brands, souvenirs, beauty salons, bars, cafes, restaurants and contemporary and fine art in the Bay. * we can drop you here for you to explore and walk back to the ship *

Inclusion

NOTE: Vehicle size may vary on busy days 18-50 seats depending on demand

Photo stop at the lookout (5-10 mins) and Harbour Drive (time permitting)

Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

In-vehicle air conditioning

Driver/guide with local knowledge, fun & informative commentary throughout

* The tour includes only one stop at the lookout (5-10 mins) with drive-by visits to other locations

NOTE: When you exit the port gates, turn RIGHT and walk about 20 metres to the RED flags.

Exclusion

Driver Gratuities

No toilet on board vehicle

Please note this is a loop tour with 1 stop at the lookout to stretch your legs and take photos!

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

The total duration of this tour includes transportation or travel time

Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship

Gold Qualmark Tour Operator

Tour Name: City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour (red desk inside the port)

Need help? Call us anytime

This tour is only offered on cruise ship days, as it’s specifically scheduled to align with cruise arrivals.

Qualmark Covid Clean approved

Supplied by Things to do in Tauranga

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Overview

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

Itinerary

1. Pilot Bay

2. Mt Maunganui Main Beach

4. The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga

5. The Old Tauranga Post Office

6. Minden Lookout

7. Harbour Drive

8. Tauranga

9. Bay Oval Cricket Ground

10. Zespri International

11. Giant Pohutukawa Tree

12. The Mount Mainstreet

Inclusion

Exclusion

Cancellation Policy

Additional Info

Reviews

4.3

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