From Tauranga: Glow Worms, Treetop Walk & No Entry Fees
ID: GYG1522191-2323133
Catégorie:
Pays: Nouvelle-Zélande
Durée du projet:
06:30 horaires
Description
See guaranteed glow worms, walk among 80-metre redwoods and soak feet in thermal springs, all with no entry fees. Hangi Pie light lunch, and port pickup & dropoff included.
Not every great day in Rotorua needs to cost a fortune in entry fees. This fully guided small group tour is built around the region's most breathtaking natural wonders, and every single stop is free to enter. From the sparkling white-sand beaches of Mount Maunganui to the ancient Redwood Forest, you will see a remarkable amount of Rotorua for exceptional value.
Your day begins with a scenic coastal drive, where your guide introduces the stunning Bay of Plenty and its rich history. Heading inland through steep gorges and lush bush along the historic old coach road, the landscape shifts beautifully before you arrive in Rotorua.
First stop is Kuirau Park, one of New Zealand's most accessible and underrated geothermal hotspots. Walk right up to bubbling mud pools, steaming hot lakes and crystal-clear hot springs. Then slip off your shoes and dip your feet into the natural thermal foot bath. Silky, warm and wonderfully strange.
Your guide then takes you through the magnificent Government Gardens, past the Elizabethan-style Bath House that marked New Zealand's very first investment in tourism. You will stop at Rachel Pool, a beautifully clear alkaline hot spring, and Sulphur Bay on Lake Rotorua, where birds and vegetation have adapted to thrive in the acidic geothermal environment.
At Te Whakarewarewa, enjoy a traditional Hangi Pie, made with ingredients slow-cooked in geothermal steam, with a view of the Living Maori Village from the bridge. A genuine taste of local culture.
The Redwood Forest is the crown jewel of the afternoon. Step inside the purpose-built Glow Worm Grotto for a guided encounter with these remarkable creatures, glowing softly in the darkness above you. Glow worms are guaranteed here. Then head up to the Forest Canopy Tree Walk, suspended high above the forest floor among towering 100-year-old redwoods reaching nearly 80 metres into the sky. Cool air, ancient trees and views that stop you in your tracks.
On the return to Tauranga along the scenic coastal route, your guide shares the fascinating story of Bay of Plenty kiwifruit, with orchards stretching across the landscape that produce 85% of New Zealand's beloved export.
Faits saillants
- Discover the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on a guided tour from Tauranga
- Walk among towering redwoods and see glow worms in the forest grotto
- Soak your feet in a thermal foot bath and feel the silky smooth water
- Enjoy a light lunch of a traditional Hangi Pie at Whakarewarewa Village
- See the famous Blue Baths and the Rotorua Bath House & Museum
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Please be at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to departure
The meeting point for the tours is located just outside the Port of Tauranga pedestrian exit gate, just a few minutes walk from the gangway
This tour requires some walking on well-made paths, gentle inclines and some steps
This tour operates with a minimum of 4 fare-paying passengers. Should minimum numbers not be met on the day we will talk to you about alternative options. If minimum numbers are not met, you will receive a guaranteed full refund; alternative options may also be offered
You will meet your guide on the grass by the flag poles just outside the Port of Tauranga pedestrian exit gate on Salisbury Avenue, this is just a few minutes walk from the cruise ship gangway.
INCLUS
- Pick up and drop off at the port
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced driver/guide with full commentary
- Light lunch at Whakarewarewa village of a Hangi Pie
- Guided tour to see glow worms in the new forest grotto
- Chance to paddle in the geothermal foot bath
- The Redwoods Forest Canopy Tree Walk
NON INCLUS
- Entry fee to enter living Maori village
- Personal additional food and beverages
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Garantir la disponibilité du livre dans les plus brefs délais. Les réservations anticipées valent la peine d'être prises en considération, surtout si vous planifiez le voyage en haute saison, comme les jours fériés ou les fins de semaine.
Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
