Top Experiences in Redwoods Forest Whakarewarewa

***We run ALL our tours to fit with cruise ships arrival & sailing times***
Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand by all tourists. As you only have a small window of opportunity to visit we have created an itinerary to showcase some of what we think makes this place so special. The two main interests which make people visit is Maori Culture & Geothermal Activity. This tour showcases the area where your ship is docked (Mount Maunganui) before we depart for the city of Rotorua. Enroute we showcase all which creates the namesake of the Bay of Plenty. Arriving at Rotorua's only Living Maori Village of its kind - Whakarewarewa - you will receive a traditional welcome and invited by a local to join them on a guided tour of this unique place. A village which lives on top of an active geothermal valley and has learnt to harness the powers of mother nature to aid their daily living needs for 100's of year. See geysers, steaming fumaroles , bubbling hot pools and much more.

Get ready to explore the amazing Rotorua. Rotorua is New Zealand's ultimate holiday destination for locals and overseas visitors. Roto means lake and Rua means two – together, Rotorua means 'Second Lake'. A dream spot for sightseeing and a region steeped in Māori legend, history, and culture. On this tour, you will visit famous attractions such as the Pikirangi Maori Village, Kiwi House, and the Geothermal Valley. This is a tour including a driver and we can match your ideal itinerary or you can take our suggested. The tour does not include entrance fees.

Highlights:
- Te Puia
- Government Garden
- Redwood Forest
- Green/Blue Lake
- Rotorua Lake
- Private tour allows for a flexible itinerary

This is a private tour with English Speaking Tour Guide. You will be toured around into small group with better quality.

* NOTE *

AS BLUESPRING IS TEMPORALLY CLOSED, WE ARE TAKING YOU TO DIFFERENT PLACES AS BELOW.

OPTION 1) HAMURANA SPRING, ROTORUA (ONLY THURSDAY - SUNDAY)
OPTION 2) BLUELAKE TRACK, ROTORUA

PLEASE CHOOSE ONE OF THE PLACE.

Glow-worms are the highlight of any night-time stroll in New Zealand, and when found in abundance they can be as breathtaking as our clearest night sky. Join our experienced guides on a trip into the native bush to witness this phenomenon for yourself. Learn about the life-cycle of this fascinating insect, experience New Zealand’s wildlife by night and top off this stellar evening by relaxing under the stars.

An unique experience for all your senses.

Highlights
• Glow-worm, waterfalls, wildlife and star gazing.
• New Zealand Native Forest - all by the cover of darkness.
• Small group, relaxed atmosphere.

Want to see & do it all? Starting in the adventure capital Queenstown, this tour covers the South Islands glaciers, mountain passes and pristine coasts before heading to the action-packed North Island. Adventure activities aplenty throughout the trip, with accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time. From to Queenstown to Auckland and everything in between, this tour has New Zealand covered.

This tour will be operated by a small Private Local company,
with us, it's a Flexible-Enjoyable-Fun Trip. Our driver-guide will take you to Te Puia where you can visit Geothermal / Geyser activities and experience Maori cultural performances, walk into Redwood forest & take beautiful photos with 72m tall Redwood trees, get a chance to get into secret spot hot tubs and relax. You will experience a forest walk, Geothermal-Geyser, Tall redwood trees, Hot tub bath on a day tour. Explore more with us.

This tour is a small group tour of three must-visit places in New Zealand's North Island in one day.
Due to the long distances, it is difficult for individuals to go, and rather than a group tour, we provide a private tour for families, friends, couples, and newlyweds, providing a tour that will become the most memorable and precious memory in New Zealand.
Make precious memories with your loved ones!!

Private Tour: Max 4 people.
Your adventure begins as soon as I pick you up from the port gates.
I will show you the best hot spots, highlights & hidden secrets, starting with a tour of Mount Maunganui surf beach, passing through picturesque countryside, lush dairy farms, Kiwi fruit orchards, pine plantations & lakes district as we make our way to Rotorua.
We take an easy stroll through the Redwoods Forest under awesome 75-feet high redwoods & beautiful giant tree ferns forest.
Arriving at "Te Puia" Geysers a steaming volcanic landscape we are greeted with a fierce-some welcome by Māori warriors.
Your Māori guide takes you on this amazing tour as they explains the wonderful history of the geothermal activity.
See the native kiwi bird, wood & greenstone carvers working in traditional ways. Surrounded by, boiling mud, hot water pools, & the thrilling sight of "Pohutu" geyser erupting boiling water & steam 100 ft high, an amazing display of force.
Plenty to see & enjoy on this tour.

Visit Rotorua, a city of culture and sulfur located on New Zealand's North Island, on a private tour.

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. Be mesmerized by exploding mud pools all throughout the valley and gaze at beautifully crafted Māori-made artwork and sculptures visible throughout Te Puia.

Then take a scenic gondola ride up the base of Mt Ngongotaha to the summit for a great wine tasting.
Volcanic Hills wine tasting room offers the ultimate New Zealand wine tasting experience, with spectacular views of Lake Rotorua and the surrounding region.

Finally, explore Rotorua's most spectacular natural asset and one of the city's greatest treasures: the redwood forest.
These towering trees, along with numerous other species and the fresh forest air, combine to create an invigorating atmosphere and a truly unique and special environment.

Take a Tour which is Good for your soul.
Visit Nature & Natural Places in New Zealand.
Book with us for a Flexible , affordable Tour.
We can make a stop if customers want to stop anywhere or Take a break wherever they want
Enjoy your Tour Time :)

See, hear, smell, touch and taste on this full-day shore excursion from Tauranga. Experience the unique and special natural beauty of The Bay of Plenty. You will visit some out of the way spots that not everyone knows about and will go where the big buses don't. This tour is not a shuttle and will not drop you off anywhere to explore on your own. It is a fully guided small-group tour with a knowledgeable, fun and friendly tour guide. Along the way you will see and learn about the uniqueness that is New Zealand and you will learn about the geothermal region of Rotorua and its significance to the Maori people. We do not visit the commercial geothermal reserves on this tour, but we do see boiling mud pools, crystal clear bubbling hot springs, volcanic lakes and picturesque forests. 
Please note that the ticket sent to you by Viator/TripAdvisor will show the standard tour departure time, we will advise an updated time when you book the tour which may be different, this is the one to use.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Private 2Days Tour departing from Auckland, where you'll immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Waitomo, Huka Falls, Government Gardens, Redwoods, Wai-O-Tapu, and the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set.

Begin your journey at the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where you'll embark on a magical boat ride through a glow worm grotto, marveling at thousands of twinkling glow worms illuminating the darkness.

Prepare to be awestruck by the thunderous power of Huka Falls and explore the magnificent Redwoods which showcases the natural beauty of Rotorua at its best.

Discover the vibrant hues of Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland, where colorful geothermal features sculpted.

Finally, step into the magical world of Middle-earth as you visit the filming sets of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings at Hobbiton Movie Set.

Book your Private 2Days Tour now and create memories to last a lifetime in the Land of the Long White Cloud! ️

Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will vary from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide.

"FREEBIES":
- Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside
- Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest
- Rotorua City Government Gardens
- Kuirau Park Geothermal area with bubbling mud, hot springs and a footbath

OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
- Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village or
- Te Puia Geotherrmal Park and NZ Maori Atrs & Craft Institiute
- Skyline Gondola & luge
- Agrodome Sheep show
- White water rafting
- Zorbing
- Polynesian pools

Discover Rotorua on a unique 90-105 minute sightseeing adventure on-board a WWII amphibious vehicle able to travel on land and water! Our tours leave at regular intervals from a central city location and explore Rotorua's most stunning scenery. We have 18 lakes in the Rotorua region all set within lush native New Zealand bush. Our tours are fully guided as well with our tour guides covering everything from Maori migration, geothermal history, history of Rotorua and much more.

our tour guide has 10 years experience and you will travel in a luxury vehicle. your tour will also be much more enjoyable as it is a private tour this will result in you getting more time for sightseeing. we can guide and recommend you various Tourist Destinations and help you to choose the places of your interest and take you over there,

You’re probably wondering what makes this tour a little fancier than some of our others with similar itineraries? Well, it’s pretty simple – along with a number of extra-special itinerary inclusions, the biggest difference is you'll stay in comfortable twin-share hotel accommodation.

That’s right: say au revoir to busy budget dorm rooms – you get a twin-share room to lay your head down each night.

Haka Plus Tours are great for couples or friends who are travelling together. If you’re travelling alone, we’ll match you with someone for an instant road trip pal! Or if you’d prefer a room to yourself, that’s no trouble at all. You have the option to upgrade to a private room as well.

We kick off in Auckland and 20 days later we wave goodbye in Christchurch. Along the way you’ll get to see some of the most breathtaking scenery New Zealand has to offer. This includes national parks, rainforests, hidden pools, UNESCO World Heritage Areas, and probably more beaches than you have toes.

Enjoy a 4-hour self-guided mountain bike ride through Rotorua’s spectacular Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest, located just 5-minutes from the city centre. With over 160 kilometers of twisting and turning mountain bike trails it's no wonder that this has quickly become one of the top riding trail networks in the world. This world famous mountain bike forest caters for all abilities, all year round due to its vast variety of trails and mild temperate climate. Hire a bike and go for a self-guided ride.

Take a tour in your own private minivan with an experienced local guide. This Private tour is for a group of up to 8 people. Your day will include amazing scenery from stunning white sandy beaches, to boiling mud pools and beautiful forests. The main attraction is a visit to Waiotapu There is so much to see and experience in this stunning part of New Zealand. Choose an attraction to visit or enjoy all the "Freebies" this area offers. I can customise your day. Do as much or as little as you choose. Its "Your Day Your Way". Have a great day out with your own Private guide.

"FREEBIES":
- Sandy Beaches and beautiful countryside
- Lake Rotorua and the Redwood Forest (time permitting)
- Rotorua City Government Gardens (time permitting)

EXTRAS
- Waiotapu Geothermal Reserve - Entry Fee additional
- Lunch

Private Tour: Max 4 people
The Redwoods Forest with its century-old trees offers tranquility as you traverse the worlds longest canopy walk. The gentle redwood giants, towering up to 75 feet are complemented by the forest floor's native flora & sweeping silver ferns. If you are not a nature enthusiast you will enjoy the stunning beauty from a birds-eye view as you navigate the 700-meter trail, pause on one of the 55 eco-suspended bridges & platforms to take a peek at the wonderful sight's surrounding you.

"Te Puia Geysers" heartland of New Zealand's geothermal activity, Māori history & culture.
See the historic sights of pre - European village, nocturnal Kiwi bird, wood & greenstone carvers at work.
Surrounded by a steaming volcanic landscape, you'll see & feel the heat of boiling mud, hot water pools, & steam vents.
Feel the force of "Pōhutu" geyser erupting, an awe-inspiring sight of the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere shooting boiling water & steam 100 ft above you.

This tour is a one day Tour to Rotorua from Auckland. This tour is a small private tour. This tour is focusing on healing and relaxing through our tour. You will need to bring your own swimsuit and towels for the hot spring as they are not renting the swimsuit. Also, you need to using comfortable shoes as you will going to do some trekking around the lake.