Tauranga

Cultural Walk of Mauao

Tauranga, New Zealand
Mauao Guided Hikoi Walk
Likely to Sell Out

From $27.39

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

At the heart of the beachside Mt Maunganui community is Mauao, an extinct volcano who has captured public imagination since the very first Māori waka entered the Tauranga Habour. Join your guide for a guided hikoi (a walk) up or around the mountain. Take in the breathtaking view along the Bay of Plenty coastline and gain a unique view into the significance of this mountain to the local Māori.
  • This walking tour begins near the Port of Tauranga cruise gates
  • Start the tour with a whakatau (welcome) and end with a poroporoaki (farewell)
  • Learn about the cultural and natural history of Mauao
  • With birds-eye views, this tour is a great way to get your bearings at the Mount

What's Included

  • Sun screen

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Meeting point

    • 1 Adams Avenue, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand

      Look for our staff in bright orange uniforms waiting at the base of Mauao, corner of Adams Ave and The Mall, Pilot Bay, Mt Maunganui.

    Pickup point

    • Port of Tauranga

    End point

    • Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service Inc
      21 Adams Avenue, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand

      After walking around or up the mountain, we complete our experience on the main beach of Mt Maunganui. The township (10 min) and cruise ship gates (20 min) are all in walking distance from there.

    Pickup details

    We can meet at the Port of Tauranga cruise ship gate and escort on foot to the mountain (15 minute walk), or meet onsite at the base of the mountain.

    What To Expect

    Mauao Adventures

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Mount Maunganui

    1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Matakana Island (Pass By)

    Mt Maunganui Main Beach (Pass By)

    Mount Hot Pools (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A maximum of 40 people per booking
    • Wear appropriate walking shoes and wear layers to regulate body temperature
    • Near public transportation
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Up to 2 hours of moderate walking with regular stops
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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