Discover the charm of rural New Zealand and the beauty of Rotorua’s ancient forests on this luxury private day tour from Auckland. Enjoy the world-famous Farm Experience, where entertaining sheep shows, working farm dogs, and hands-on encounters with friendly animals offer a fascinating insight into Kiwi farming life. After lunch, immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the magnificent Redwoods Treewalk, where eco-suspended bridges weave high amongst towering 120-year-old Californian redwoods and native ferns in the enchanting Whakarewarewa Forest. Blending authentic farm experiences, natural beauty, and peaceful forest scenery, this unforgettable journey offers a wonderful taste of Rotorua’s countryside and one of New Zealand’s most iconic forests.
Central Pickup Location in Auckland City:
Grand Mercure Hotel, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010
We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.
We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings.
Your Rotorua sightseeing tour begins with the world-famous Agrodome Farm Experience, where laughter, entertainment, and hands-on encounters await. Enjoy the legendary Farm Show featuring 19 breeds of sheep, live sheep shearing, talented farm dogs, and interactive opportunities including feeding baby lambs and hand-milking a cow. Continue your New Zealand farm experience aboard the all-weather Farm Tour, where you'll meet and hand-feed friendly animals including alpacas, deer, llamas, ostriches, cattle, and sheep. There’s time to visit the Farmyard Nursery, enjoy everything Shaun the Sheep, and savour a delicious seasonal buffet lunch while surrounded by the charm of rural Rotorua.
Later, immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the iconic Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua, a magical 700-metre suspended walkway nestled amongst the towering 120-year-old redwoods of the Whakarewarewa Forest. Suspended high above the forest floor, wander across eco-bridges and platforms while taking in sweeping views of giant trees, silver ferns, and native flora in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful forests. With wonderful memories of authentic farm life and peaceful forest serenity, relax on the journey back to Auckland, bringing an unforgettable day of discovery to a perfect close.
After an exhilarating fun-filled adventure experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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