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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.
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Meeting and pickup
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!
Itinerary
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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 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore the waters of Pilot Bay, by paddling the waka and seeing Mount Maunganui from a different perspective
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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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!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
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.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The only salt-water hot pools in the Southern hemisphere
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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