Mount Maunganui Hīkoi Walking Tour
- 2.5–3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
This unique walking tour allows guests to enjoy their experience by learning about the ancient history of Mount Maunganui dating back to the arrival period of our Māori ancestors to current day. A highlight is the ancient pohutukawa tree that was used in tribal rituals. This tree is believed to be one of the oldest in New Zealand. The stories told at the locations are not well-known by many locals, and definitely not by visitors to our community. The stories told are generally from the ancient Māori tribal perspective which leaves guests with a greater understanding of this city. Min of 3 guests for tour to proceed.
Inclusions
What's included
- Toilets en route
- Regular access to toilets
What's not
- Guests will need to bring their own water bottles that can be filled at various water fountains along the walk
- Snacks and food are available for purchase
Itinerary
Your local guide will tell you the amazing history and stories of the harbour dating back to the 1300s from the time of the arrival of our Māori ancestors.
Your guide will take you along the boardwalk on the shoreline of the Main Beach, one of the most desirable beaches in New Zealand.
From the boardwalk view Moturiki Island, once a terraced fortified village. Your guide will tell you of the history of this significant historical location.
Stories of the importance of this mountain to our Māori ancestors
Enjoy the quiet oasis that exists at the community garden. Spend some time browsing how locals are finding ways to be sustainable.
To end the tour your guide will take you to opposite Coronation Park, 10 minutes walk to the ship. Or, if you choose, you can wander the shops of Mount Maunganui catering for visitors coming to the region.
Stand before this symbolic attraction of the partnership of Kiwis with our neighbours from Australia. Your guide will reveal the importance of this partnership. Behind you is a location that is not known by many who live or visit here. Your guide will reveal what that significance is of Hopukiore.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet at the flagpole on the grassed area in front of the Port of Tauranga offices. Your guide will have a sign with your name on it.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Travel Ed t/a Mana Māori Experiences
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
How it compares in Tauranga
- Its from-price is 51% below the median of the 89 experiences we list in Tauranga.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 62 of 89.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Tauranga
Tauranga is a harbour city on New Zealand's Bay of Plenty, with kiwifruit orchards and the volcanic cone of Mauao at Mount Maunganui.
Tauranga lies on a large sheltered harbour on the Bay of Plenty, on the north-east coast of New Zealand's North Island, with a major port across the water. The Strand, the downtown waterfront, has cafés and parks, and The Elms, a mission station founded in 1838, is a preserved colonial house and garden.
Top-ranked sights in Tauranga: Waimarino Adventure Park.
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