V8 Trike Tours in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui
V8 Trike Tours in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui
Experience Tauranga and Mount Maunganui from a completely different perspective on a thrilling V8 trike tour. Ride in a custom-built Chevrolet V8 trike as you cruise along scenic coastal roads, take in harbour and ocean views, and enjoy a fun, high-energy sightseeing experience unlike anything else in the Bay of Plenty. Perfect for couples, friends, and visitors looking for something memorable, V8 Trike Tours combine classic muscle-car power with relaxed, guided sightseeing through some of Tauranga’s most iconic locations.
A Unique Sightseeing Experience in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui
Join a fully guided V8 trike tour and experience Tauranga and Mount Maunganui in a fun, high-powered, and completely unique way. Ride in a custom-built Chevrolet V8 trike as you explore some of the Bay of Plenty’s most scenic coastal roads, beaches, and lookouts, all while enjoying incredible views and unforgettable photo opportunities.
Tours follow some of the region’s most popular routes, including Mount Maunganui’s stunning beachfront, Papamoa Hills, the Tauranga Waterfront (The Strand), and Minden Lookout. Each ride is designed to combine relaxed sightseeing with the excitement of V8 power, making it a memorable experience for visitors and locals alike.
The four-passenger trikes are proudly built in New Zealand and powered by 5.7-litre Chevrolet engines, delivering a smooth yet thrilling ride. With a low centre of gravity and excellent cornering grip, the trikes are registered as cars rather than motorbikes, meaning seatbelts are worn instead of helmets for added comfort.
V8 Trike Tours cater for a wide range of ages — from young children to seniors — and are also suitable for guests with disabilities or special needs, making this an inclusive and accessible experience for all.
What to wear: Comfortable warm clothing, gloves, a beanie, and sunglasses to protect your eyes during the ride.
* Please note: prices are per vehicle NOT per person *
Buckle up and get ready to see the
beautiful Bay of Plenty in the best way possible
25-Minute Ride (Beach Cruise)
Enjoy a fun and scenic V8 trike ride along Mount Maunganui’s iconic beachfront, often ranked among New Zealand’s best beaches. This short cruise is a great introduction to the area, offering ocean views, relaxed sightseeing, and plenty of photo opportunities along the way. With a maximum cruising speed of 50 km/h, it’s an easy, comfortable ride suitable for all ages.
4-Passenger V8 Trike (Families & Groups)
Perfect for families and small groups who want to experience the ride together. The 4-passenger trike offers the same scenic route in a shared, social setting that’s comfortable and accessible for all ages.
Price: $200 per trike (up to 4 passengers)
Ride time: 25 minutes
Departure: Choose your preferred time at booking
2-Passenger V8 Trike (Couples & Thrill Seekers)
Designed for couples or those wanting a more personal, open-air ride. The 2-passenger trike delivers a closer connection to the road and surroundings while enjoying the same coastal views and relaxed pace.
Price: $180 per trike (up to 2 passengers)
Ride time: 25 minutes
Departure: Choose your preferred time at booking
Scenic Lookout (2 Hours)
Experience one of the most exhilarating V8 trike rides in the Bay of Plenty, combining scenic cruising with bursts of open-road excitement. This tour includes coastal cruising, a highway sprint, city sights, and a winding drive up to one of two stunning lookout points — Minden Lookout or Summer Hills — where you’ll stop to enjoy panoramic views across the Bay of Plenty.
4-Passenger V8 Trike (Families & Groups)
Ideal for families and groups who want to share the experience together, the 4-passenger trike delivers the full Scenic Lookout route in a comfortable, social setting while still enjoying the power and excitement of a V8 ride.
Price: $720 per Trike upto 4 pax
Ride Time: Two Hours
Departs: Choose time at booking
2-Passenger V8 Trike (Couples & Thrill Seekers)
Designed for couples or pairs wanting a more personal and high-energy ride, the 2-passenger trike offers a more intimate experience with a stronger focus on performance and open-road driving, while still visiting one of the scenic lookout points.
Price: $620 per Trike upto 2 pax
Ride Time: Two Hours
Departs: Choose time at booking
1-hour Ride (V8 Thriller)
This fast-paced V8 trike tour is perfect for those wanting a short but exciting ride around Tauranga and Mount Maunganui. Cruise through downtown Mount before heading out toward Papamoa, then enjoy an exhilarating run along the twisty Welcome Bay Road before returning through Tauranga city.
With sections reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h, the V8 Thriller delivers a high-energy mix of city sights, open road driving, and winding coastal routes — all packed into one unforgettable hour.
4-Passenger V8 Trike (Families & Groups)
Ideal for families and small groups who want to share a thrilling V8 experience together. This option delivers the full route in a comfortable, social setting without missing out on the excitement.
Price: $360 per Trike upto 4 pax
Ride Time: One Hour
Departs: Choose time at booking
2-Passenger V8 Trike (Couples & Thrill Seekers)
Designed for couples or pairs wanting a more personal, adrenaline-focused ride. Enjoy the same fast and scenic route with a closer connection to the road and surroundings.
Price: $310 per Trike upto 32 pax
Ride Time: One Hour
Departs: Choose time at booking
City OR Scenic (1.5 hours)
Enjoy a fun and exhilarating V8 trike ride combining Mount Maunganui’s iconic beachfront with open-road driving. Cruise along one of New Zealand’s most famous beaches before heading out onto the highway, where you’ll have the chance to open up the V8 and hear it roar. This tour strikes the perfect balance between relaxed sightseeing and pure V8-powered excitement.
4-Passenger V8 Trike (Families & Groups)
Ideal for families and small groups, this option lets everyone share the experience together while enjoying scenic coastal views and highway driving in a comfortable, social setting.
Price: $540 per Trike upto 4 pax
Ride Time: One hour 30 Mins
Departs: Choose time at booking
2-Passenger V8 Trike (Couples & Thrill Seekers)
Perfect for couples or pairs wanting a more personal and immersive ride. Enjoy the same scenic and open-road route with a closer connection to the V8’s power and sound.
Price: $465 per Trike upto 2 pax
Ride Time: One hour 30 Mins
Departs: Choose time at booking
'The Works' - City, Hills & Lakes (3 hours)
Experience the ultimate V8 trike adventure in the Bay of Plenty. The Works combines everything into one unforgettable ride — coastal cruising, city sights, scenic lookouts, and open-road thrills — making it the most comprehensive V8 trike tour available.
The journey includes a beachfront cruise around Mount Maunganui, a highway sprint, city highlights, and a scenic lookout stop. From there, the experience is taken up a notch with a fast drive out to McLaren Falls Park, where you’ll enjoy a short tiki tour through the park before heading back via the expressway for an exhilarating, pedal-to-the-metal finish. With faster sections reaching up to 100 km/h, this tour delivers the full V8 experience from start to finish.
Departure location (non–cruise ship days):
121 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116
(Amusement parking bay on the road)
4-Passenger V8 Trike (Families & Groups)
Ideal for families and groups wanting to share the complete V8 trike experience together. This option delivers the full Works route in a comfortable, social setting while still enjoying the power, sound, and excitement of the ride.
* Please note: prices are per vehicle NOT per person *
Price: $1080 per Trike upto 4 pax
Ride Time: Three Hours
Departs: Choose time at booking
2-Passenger V8 Trike (Couples & Thrill Seekers)
Perfect for couples or pairs wanting a more personal and immersive experience. Enjoy uninterrupted open-road driving, scenic stops, and high-energy sections with a closer connection to the V8’s performance.
Price: $930 per Trike upto 2 pax
Ride Time: Three Hours
Departs: Choose time at booking
Frequently Asked Questions – V8 Trike Tours Tauranga & Mount Maunganui
What makes V8 Trike Tours in Mount Maunganui and Tauranga a must-try experience?
V8 Trike Tours offer a unique and exhilarating way to explore the Bay of Plenty on a powerful Chevrolet V8 trike. Fully guided routes showcase Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, scenic lookouts, and coastal roads, combining incredible views, photo opportunities, and adrenaline-filled moments into one unforgettable experience.
Are the V8 trike tours safe for children and guests with special needs?
Yes. V8 Trike Tours are designed to be inclusive and suitable for a wide range of ages, from young children through to seniors. The trikes are registered as cars and use seatbelts rather than helmets, and many tours are suitable for guests with disabilities or special needs.
What should I wear on a V8 Trike Tour?
It’s recommended to wear comfortable, warm clothing along with gloves, a beanie, and sunglasses to protect your eyes during the ride. Dress appropriately for the weather, as the trikes are open-air.
How long do the V8 Trike Tours last and what can I expect?
Tour options range from approximately 25 minutes to 3 hours. Experiences include beachfront cruises, scenic lookout rides, city sightseeing, hills and lakes routes, and faster open-road sections. Each tour offers a mix of sightseeing, excitement, and memorable photo stops.
How are prices calculated for V8 Trike Tours?
Prices are charged per trike rather than per person. This makes V8 Trike Tours a great value option for couples, families, and groups who want to share the experience together.
Where do the V8 Trike Tours depart from?
Departure locations and times vary depending on the tour selected and whether it is a cruise ship or non-cruise ship day. Exact departure details are provided at the time of booking.
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