Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Mount Hot Pools, 9 Adams Avenue, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga 3116 New Zealand
*. return here after your tour - 10 min walk from ship *
* 15%. discount if you show you V8 booking *
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility.
As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognised the health benefits of warmed seawater to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle/joint aches and pains. A natural escape in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Soak in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for ultimate relaxation.
Stop At: Mt Maunganui Main Beach, Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga New Zealand
25-Minute Ride (Main Beach Cruise)
Take a drive around Mount Maunganui and along New Zealand’s ‘Best Beach’, Mount Maunganui Main Beach. It’s been ranked one of the top beaches in the World for a reason, and you’ll get to see why. There’s plenty of highlight along the way, making it the perfect introduction to the area. 5 min photo stop included.
Max 50 kph ride
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Bay Oval Cricket Ground, 40 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga New Zealand
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.
Pass By: Zespri International, 400 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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.
Stop At: Giant Pohutukawa Tree, 24 Pitau Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: The Mount Mainstreet, 143 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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 *
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1: 121 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
2: Salisbury Wharf, 1 The Mall, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
25 to 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Disabled and those with learning difficulties are catered for on our tours.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : bheshe
Thoroughly enjoyed the ride. The Guide was fantastic.
Still waiting for the photo the Guide took on his mobile phone though, as ours were on board the Carnival Cruiseline being charged. He said he would forward it on as we had left our details when we booked the ride.
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Posted On : 2024-04-29
Posted By : julielhermette
Great fun! Interesting facts from Daniel, who was delightful! Highly recommend doing one of their trips!
Trike ( we had the 4 seater) was very comfortable and we were even offered sunglasses to borrow as it was VERY sunny and you do get a bit wind blown!! Give up on keeping any sort of hairstyle !!!! A trip highlight!
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Posted On : 2024-02-16
Posted By : alexbG2989DI
An outstanding ride around the beautiful peninsula are with our friendly and informative driver Daniel. The team were just packing up as we came past on our way back to the cruise ship and graciously agreed to take another trip with us. Really fun, nice way to check out the area without having to walk great distances and just great. Thank you Daniel!
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Posted On : 2024-02-16
Posted By : Lincoln1246
Excellent experience. The drive around mount maunganui was awesome. Driver giving us commentary about places we were passing was interesting. Feeling of the wind through the hair was something I only thought happened in the movies. Boys enjoyed this and wanted it to last longer.
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Posted On : 2024-01-23
Posted By : RondaR78
Awesome🥰 the day was perfect just such an amazing experience seeing a beautiful coastal town would strongly recommend 🥰
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Posted On : 2024-01-10
Posted By : Niktoo2
Messaged the company about my dying mother’s last wish to be fulfilled about going for a ride on a motorbike. Asked if they would consider a small discount so that we could afford to do this for her as I see prices have gone from $90 - $180 for a 25min ride over last couple of years. Which was beyond my means. Said I’d understand if they couldn’t accept. But had to ask just incase. Got absolutely no reply at all. Felt this was incredibly cold and totally uncaring. Clearly only in it for money, no charitable bone in them. A sorry we can’t do this would have been accepted & understood, but no reply at all is just cold. It’s now too late.
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Posted On : 2023-11-30
Posted By : 118myrad
Haha booked wrong think the price was per person and got a complete trike to myself! The host was lovely, showed me all the sites and knew history behind buildings and houses and Māori traditions etc! Never been on a trike before , was something different and a great way to explore the town - fully recommend
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Posted On : 2023-11-25
Posted By : Maglisha
Loved the Mount walk, soaking in the hot pools afterwards and just being out enjoying the shops, coffee and happy people vibe. Sunshine ☀️ too. 👍
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Posted On : 2023-07-31
Posted By : tntdaroza
This is one of THE BEST & MOST FUN things we have ever done in our 70+ years! Nigel gave us very interesting history and facts about Tauranga, its surroundings and lots of great information. This is a family run business and you can really feel the welcoming warmth of New Zealand when you deal with Nigel, Kathryn and their daughter Stephanie. It is a MUST DO when you visit Tauranga!
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Posted On : 2023-02-13
Posted By : Cathy_S
As locals we decided to be tourists for a day so decided to go for a trike ride. It was a fantastic experience that I’d highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2023-01-03
