Waka Ama and Guided Walk at Mount Maunganui

In Tauranga

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£73 pp
3h 30 mins
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Waka Ama and Guided Walk at Mount Maunganui
Paddling a Waka Ama (Outrigger Canoe) along the beautiful Pilot Bay beach, and taking a 90 minute guided walk through the stunning scenery of Mauao, brings together everything that attracts people to the area. Guests are bonded through collaboration on the water, experiencing paddling in unison to make the waka (canoe) glide. Then on to explore the mountain with local Māori guides who share ancestral stories, history, and insights about the environment and culture. This mix of water and land activities, teamwork, exploration, and cultural storytelling creates a fun, memorable, and immersive experience from mountain to sea.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Full instruction
  • Snacks and Beverages
  • Outrigger Canoe
  • A Paddle
  • Life Jacket

Itinerary

  1. This is where we'll start the tour! Along Pilot Bay is a curved board walk that has many pine trees and palm trees and a few other operators spread along. (30 min)
  2. Explore the waters of Pilot Bay, by paddling the waka and seeing Mount Maunganui from a different perspective (1h 0min)
  3. Experience the natural beauty of the harbour by exploring the base of Mount Maunganui. Each side of the mountain gives different sceneries and has a story to tell. It's better to see it with your own eyes! (1h 30min)
  4. Go from bay to Mt Maunganui’s surf beach, rated No.1 beach in New Zealand. Beautiful white sands and good coffee from local cafes.
  5. The only salt-water hot pools in the Southern hemisphere

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
We're located on the beachside, opposite 26 The Mall, Mt Maunganui. Look for our orange gazebo or a staff member wearing an orange top!
End point
We're located on the beachside, opposite 26 The Mall, Mt Maunganui. Look for our orange gazebo or a staff member wearing an orange top!

Practical information

Operated by
Mauao Adventures
Max group size
20 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–5
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 3 hours 30 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.