Product Manual

2023 - 2024 - 2025



Kia ora! Welcome to Mauao Adventures!

 

Please note: As at 28/04/2023, we are yet to update our website to reflect the offerings and pricings available in our Product Manual. Our website should be completely updated by July 2023. Feel free to contact us for clarity on anything you’re unsure of.

 

You have reached our Product Manual, where you can find exclusive information on our offers and services available to buyers. We thank you for taking interest in what we do, and hopefully something fits your needs.

 

Nō reira, nau mai, hāere mai, whakahono mai ki a mātou, ko Mauao Adventures.
Therefore, welcome, come visit, connect with us at Mauao Adventures.

 

WHO WE ARE

Ko au te moana, ko te moana ko au. 
I am the ocean, the ocean is me.

  • Situated at Pilot Bay, Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty New Zealand.
  • Operating since 2008, rebranded in 2018.
  • Main beach rated the best beach anē Mauao, the mountain, rated the most walked track in New Zealand.
  • Proudly local and Māori-owned business.
  • A local and predominantly Māori team passionate about our culture, our home and our services.

OUR VALUES

Core cultural values guide everything we do - Ki Uta, Ki Tai - from the mountains to the seas.

  • Haumarutanga - Health and safety of everyone and everything.
  • Kaitiakitanga - Guardianship of our lands and waters.
  • Manaakitanga - To be the best hosts we can be.
  • Whānaungatanga - People arrive as strangers and leave as family.
  • Kōtahitanga - Unity, respect, inclusiveness.
  • Rangatiratanga - Practicing and promoting our Māori culture, and honouring the three iwi (tribes) of Tauranga.

WHAT WE DO

Facilitating joy, wellness and connection through our activities, Stand UpPaddling (SUP), Waka Ama (outrigger canoe) and Cultural Walks.

Scheduled and tailored options, from short 30-60 minute services through to full-day packaged experiences.

Suited to participants with a moderate level of fitness in the FIT market, groups, cruise, families, backpackers, VFR, youth and education, with low and mid-range cost options available.

General services consists of an informal cultural greeting, preparation, equipping, health and safety briefing, and basic skill development.

Tailored and advanced sessions can include education, cultural and environmental awareness, workshops, advanced technique and adventure.

WAKA AMA (Outrigger)

A 6-12 person canoe facilitated by experienced steerers.

All sessions include an on-shore lesson and on-water guidance.

Paddles and life jackets included, plus equipment required for experiences.

Paddling from our beach station to the mountain max of 60-mins.

CULTURAL WALKS

Facilitated by our knowledgeable story tellers.

Stories of our ancestors who sailed in over 700 years ago.

Stunning scenery, lush with native plants and a chance to see local marine life.

90-min walk or 2 hour native workshop with info stops.

STAND UP PADDLING

Facilitated by experienced and qualified instructors.

All sessions (excl. hires) include an on-shore lesson and on-water guidance if required.

Take a lesson or enjoy a guided adventure in our beautiful waters.

All equipment provided for a 60-min lesson or 2 hour adventure.


    Product Range

    MID-RANGE OPTIONS

    Experiences infused with culture and connection designed to tantilate all senses. Pre-book only.

    All mid-range options include:

    • Snacks and beverages with local seasonal fruit.
    • Cultural commentary.
    • 1:5 guide to client ratio.
    At an additional cost, all mid-range options can:
    • Include full catered meals either onsite or at select nearby venues.
    • Be tailored by negotiation to suit the group.
    • Accommodate extra bells and whistles to increase client comfort.

      MOUNTAIN TO THE SEA - WAKA AND WALK

      Cultural Waka Ama and Walk Around Mauao Experience
      Fully guided 3.5 hour experience with 60-mins waka ama, 60-mins walk, 30-mins beach picnic, and ample time for preparation and transitioning.
      1 scheduled experience per day.
      Age 8 years and up.
      Minimum 3 adults, maximum 44 participants.

       


      Pricing

      CLIENT

      Adult
      Child 8-15 years

      2023-24

      $165.00
      $125.00

      2024-25

      $175.00
      $135.00
      FULL INFO

       

      MAUAO WALK AND WORKSHOP

      Cultural Walk Around Mauao and Workshop Experience.
      Choice of either traditional flax weaving or plant medicine workshops.
      Fully guided 2-hour experience with 60-mins walk, 60-mins workshop.
      1 or 2 scheduled experiences per day. Pre-book only.
      Open to all ages.
      No minimum, maximum 44 participants.


      Pricing

      CLIENT

      Adult
      Child 8-15 years
      Child 0-7 years

      2023-24

      $90.00
      $45.00
      Free

      2024-25

      $100.00
      $50.00
      Free
      FULL INFO

       

      STAND UP PADDLING ADVENTURE

      Cultural Stand Up Paddling Adventure Experience.
      Includes lesson and all equipment needed.
      1 or 2 scheduled experiences per day.
      Age 12 years and up.
      Minimum 2 adults, maximum 20 participants.


      Pricing

      CLIENT

      Adult
      Child 12-15 years

      2023-24

      $125.00
      $85.00

      2024-25

      $130.00
      $90.00
      FULL INFO

       

      LOW-COST OPTIONS

      Easy access options with multiple scheduled sessions available during our season of operation.

      All low-cost options include:

      • All equipment required for the activity.
      • Flexibility of time and simple check-in process.
      • 1:7 guide to client ratio.
      All low-cost options can:
      • Be packaged together at discounted rates.
      • Be altered to accommodate last-minute change in circumstances.

       


      WAKA AMA LESSON

      Fully guided 60 min lesson and experience.
      Age 3 years and up.
      Minimum 3 adults, maximum 22 participants.


      Pricing

      CLIENT

      Adult
      Child 8-15 years
      Child 3-7 years

      2023-24

      $55.00
      $30.00
      Free

      2024-25

      $55.00
      $30.00
      Free
      FULL INFO

       

      GUIDED WALK OF MAUAO

      Walk around or up Mauao.
      90 min fully guided walk and commentary.
      Open to all ages.
      No minimum, maximum 44 participants.

       

       

      Pricing

      CLIENT

      Adult
      Child 8-15 years
      Child 3-7 years

      2023-24

      $45.00
      $20.00
      Free

      2024-25

      $50.00
      $25.00
      Free
      FULL INFO

       

      STAND UP PADDLING HIRES

      Equipment hires from 30 minutes to 2 hours.
      Includes all equipment needed.
      Open to all ages.
      No minimum, maximum 20 participants.

       

       

      Pricing

      ITEM

      30 minutes
      1 hour
      2 hours

      2023-24

      $20.00
      $30.00
      $45.00

      2024-25

      $20.00
      $30.00
      $50.00
      FULL INFO

       

      STAND UP PADDLING LESSONS

      SUP Express - 15 minute on-shore lesson and 45 minute hire.
      Intro to SUP - 60 minute lesson with full instruction and skill development.
      Age 8 years and up.
      No minimum, maximum 20 participants.

       

       

      Pricing

       

      ITEM

      SUP Express
      Intro to SUP Adult
      Intro to SUP 8-15yrs

      2023-24

      $40.00
      $85.00
      $65.00

      2024-25

      $40.00
      $85.00
      $65.00
      FULL INFO

       


      Contact Details

      If what we do aligns with what you do, feel free to get in touch.

       

      Phone: (+64) 228 822 979
      Email: kiaora@mauaoadventures.co.nz
      Website: www.mauaoadventures.co.nz

       

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