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This tour visits many of the natural "foodie" delights of The Coastal Bay of Plenty, including the superfoods, kiwifruit & avocados. During the day you also see & walk in a variety of natural environments & scenic areas in the region as well as tasting product & hearing about how those products are produced. This is a small group tour that avoids the anonymity of larger tours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
When the clients exit the ship there is a fenced-off, secure walk-way to the left, which leads to the port gate (5 minutes walk at most). Please note that there is no need for Tenders to access the Port of Tauranga.
Itinerary
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Our accredited agent will meet you at the Port of Tauranga. We will travel North through scenic countryside.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Nestled in the heart of Katikati, the self-proclaimed "Avocado Capital of New Zealand," the immersive experience includes an informative ‘walk and talk’ around the picturesque orchard, led by the grower. You’ll learn about the fascinating superfood, its history, the unique characteristics of the trees, & the seasonal activities that occur in the orchard. Then your taste buds will be tantalised with delectable avocado treats, from scrumptious guacamole to creamy avocado ice cream. From here we will travel on to BeeNZ.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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"BeeNZ honey comes from bees that gather nectar and pollen from some of the richest indigenous honey forests in the world, remote and pure. Our honey is foraged from a variety of flowers that grow wild and untouched in beautiful New Zealand. Extraordinary natural properties are found in honey that grows free of any pollutants, making our honey not just a choice but an opportunity to connect with nature in the most authentic way." beenz.co.nz This venue also makes beautiful candles, chocolates, skincare etc. You will receive a presentation, tasting & factory tour. This venue Is open Monday-Friday &alternates with But First Dessert. We travel from BeeNZ to Omokoroa. But First Dessert, visited on Saturday & Sunday, was the winner of the Plates of Plenty Judges' Choice Award. Its owner loves being able to celebrate her chef's creativity using local products & to have the opportunity to give clients something they wouldn't usually make themselves. You will have a delicious dessert here.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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A Fish and chip lunch will be enjoyed at the small seaside village of Omokoroa. From Thursday Sunday, the lunch will be at the Omokoroa Boat Club. Monday -Wednesday the lunch will be at Alma Eatery. On leaving Omokoroa, we will continue back towards Tauranga to a kiwifruit orchard.
1 hour 25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will stop at a kiwifruit orchard where the kiwifruit industry will be explained, from planting through to the beautiful edible fruit & export. You will be given a taste of the fruit. we will then drive up to the Minden Lookout
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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From this vantage point you are treated to a panoramic view of the entire Coastal Bay of Plenty. On a clear day, you can see White island, an active volcano. You will then be returned to the Port of Tauranga. En route, we will drive along what we consider to be the best beach in the southern Hemisphere
1 hour 5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dietary options are available e.g GF/DF if advance notice is given.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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