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Champagne Pool, hot thermal spring, Rotorua, New Zealand
Champagne Pool, hot thermal spring, Rotorua, New Zealand

Discover Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand

Geothermal Wonders. Māori Culture.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Tauranga (Rotorua)

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Beach with Blue Sky Landscape, Tauranga City, North Island, New Zealand Beautiful coastline
This image shows a Maori carving - Rotorua, New Zealand Māori carving
Orako Korakei geothermal park in Rotorua, New Zealand Orako Korakei Geothermal Park
Close up Portrait of a black swan with red beak on a yellow blurred background Black swan
Emerald Lakes, Tongariro National Park, New Zealand Emerald Lakes

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Geothermal geyser steaming over rock formations in landscape of South Island, New Zealand

Famous For

Here, you'll experience geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set.

Kiwifruit. New Zealand, Organic healthy eating

Exquisite Flavours

Juicy kiwi fruit, freshly caught seafood, and traditional Māori hāngī embody this region.

Hobbiton, Lord of the Rings Film and movie set, New Zealand

Fun Facts

The Hobbiton Movie Set, near Tauranga, was a significant filming location for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series.

Port Name & Location

Port of Tauranga - New Zealand

Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

English is one of three official languages.

Time Zone

New Zealand Standard Time NZST
UTC/GMT +12 hours

Currency & Shopping

New Zealand Dollar (NZD) ATMs are widely available. Duty-free shopping is available.

Featured Tauranga (Rotorua) Itineraries

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