• Pilot Bay - This is the starting point of the tour! Pilot Bay features a curved boardwalk lined with numerous pine and palm trees, along with a few other operators scattered throughout.
• Mount Maunganui - Discover the waters of Pilot Bay by paddling a waka and enjoy a unique view of Mount Maunganui.
• Mount Maunganui Base Track - Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the harbor by exploring the base of Mount Maunganui. Each side of the mountain offers different scenery and stories. It’s a sight best experienced in person!
• Mt Maunganui Main Beach - Transition from the bay to Mt Maunganui’s surf beach, which is ranked as the No.1 beach in New Zealand. Enjoy the stunning white sands and excellent coffee from local cafes.
• Mount Hot Pools - The only salt-water hot pools in the Southern Hemisphere.

• Full instruction
• Snacks and Beverages
• Outrigger Canoe
• A Paddle
• Life Jacket

Embarking on a Waka Ama (Outrigger Canoe) journey along the picturesque Pilot Bay beach, followed by a 90-minute guided trek through the breathtaking landscapes of Mauao, encapsulates the allure of the region. Participants are united through teamwork on the water, synchronizing their paddling to smoothly propel the waka (canoe). The adventure continues with an exploration of the mountain, led by local Māori guides who share ancestral tales, historical insights, and cultural knowledge. This blend of aquatic and terrestrial activities, collaboration, discovery, and cultural storytelling offers a delightful, unforgettable, and immersive experience from mountain to sea.

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