• Mount Hot Pools - Return here after your tour - just a 10-minute walk from the ship.

• Enjoy a 15% discount by showing your V8 booking. *
  Recognized by Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark, and NZ PoolSafe, these iconic open-air hot ocean water pools rejuvenate your body, soul, and mind. Experience outdoor spas with massage jets, a large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts at 39 degrees, an active pool for cooling off or swimming at 33 degrees, a children’s pool with a mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools, and onsite massage therapy. The facility is accessibility-friendly.

Dating back to 500 BC, Hippocrates acknowledged the health benefits of warmed seawater for rebalancing and detoxifying our bodies. Saltwater bathing was believed to enhance mobility by alleviating muscle and joint aches and pains. This natural retreat is located in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Immerse yourself in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for the ultimate relaxation.

• Mt Maunganui Main Beach - 25-Minute Ride (Main Beach Cruise)
  Take a scenic drive around Mount Maunganui and along New Zealand’s ‘Best Beach’, Mount Maunganui Main Beach. Ranked among the top beaches in the world, you’ll soon see why. There are plenty of highlights along the way, making it the perfect introduction to the area. A 5-minute photo stop is included.
  Maximum speed: 50 kph

• Bay Oval Cricket Ground - Bay Oval is a cricket ground located in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, in the Bay of Plenty area of New Zealand. Established in Blake Park and opened in 2005, Bay Oval has hosted men’s and women’s international limited-overs matches since 2014. It hosted its first Test match in November 2019. Blake Park also accommodates other sports such as Rugby, Hockey, Netball, and Soccer.

• Zespri International - Zespri International Limited HQ is the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, distributing kiwifruit in over 50 countries. They collaborate with approximately 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the finest quality Zespri Kiwifruit, which they supply through distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers.

• Giant Pohutukawa Tree - This ancient tree, estimated to be around 600 years old, is the last remaining pre-European Pōhutukawa on the Mt Maunganui ‘sand bar’ and holds significance for the local Ngäi Te Rangi Iwi. It has been reported that in the early days of settlement, several skeletons of pre-European origin were found at the tree’s base in a kneeling ceremonial position. Māori leader Kihi Ngatai (Ngai Te Rangi) mentioned in the Bay of Plenty Times that during Cyclone Bola, several branches broke off, and local Māori did not permit the council to cut the tree, as the deceased were once hung from the branches until they decomposed, with their bones then buried beneath it.

• The Mount Mainstreet - Mount Mainstreet is a lively, vibrant, boutique shopping strip lined with phoenix palm trees, featuring top designer brands, souvenirs, beauty salons, bars, cafes, restaurants, and contemporary and fine art in the Bay.

• We can drop you here for you to explore and walk back to the ship. *

• Price is per vehicle, not per person (max 4 people per vehicle)
• Photo stop included
• Jackets, sunglasses, and sunscreen available if needed
• Knowledgeable driver/guide

Greetings! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand’s premier adventure experience.

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Embark on an extraordinary and exhilarating journey on a V8 Chevrolet trike as the tour explores the stunning Bay of Plenty. These remarkable trikes, designed and crafted in New Zealand, are equipped with powerful 5700cc Chevrolet engines, offering the ultimate thrill and excitement. With a low center of gravity, the trikes ensure a smooth ride and exceptional cornering grip.

Perfect for individuals aged 2 and above, and accommodating all abilities, including those with disabilities.

Registered as a car with NZTA, not a motorcycle, so seatbelts are mandatory instead of helmets.

Ideal for ages 2+ and all abilities, including those with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges.

Please note: Pricing is per vehicle, not per person, allowing up to 4 people to enjoy the tour.

• Disabled and those with learning difficulties are catered for on our tours.
• Note: price is per vehicle not per person so a max of 4 people can take the tour

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