Outrigger Waka Ama Lesson & Guided Walk at Mount Maunganui

5.0(1)3 hr 30 minEnglishBook 2 days aheadTauranga, New Zealand

From

$95

Paddling a Waka Ama (Outrigger Canoe) along the beautiful Pilot Bay beach, and taking a 90 minute guided walk through with local Maori. Guests are bonded through collaboration on the water, experiencing paddling in unison to make the waka (canoe) glide. Then on to experience the local area 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.

Included

Full instruction
Snacks and Beverages
Outrigger Canoe
A Paddle
Life Jacket

Not included

Hotel pickup and dropoff
Gratuities
Souvenirs and personal expenses

What you'll do

Pilot Bay
Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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
Explore the waters of Pilot Bay, by paddling the waka and seeing Mount Maunganui
from a different perspective
1 hour
Mount Maunganui Base Track
Adams Ave, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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 30m
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
4B Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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.

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

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!

Good to know

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

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

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