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U-Ride Taxi/Cab Transfers & Courier Services, Private Driver Service, New Zealand
Getting around Tauranga just
got a whole lot easier . . .
Home of the
NZD 60.00
no-nonsense
fixed fare*
About Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Local Owner / Operator
Get out & about with U-Ride.
At U-Ride, we believe in keeping things simple by delivering a personalised & dependable rideshare/driver service, at a fixed cost.
You can rest assured that every U-Ride driver is a mature, knowledgeable and professional local Kiwi operator. . . experienced
in a lot more than 'just driving a taxi or doing routine deliveries'.
Working as a U-Ride team, we're all independently vetted, insured, licenced and First Aid certified, providing complete peace of mind that you, and others dear and important to you are in capable, trustworthy hands. All vehicles are meticulously maintained and well presented to certified industry leading standards.
Be it a local trip within the suburbs of Tauranga and
Mount Maunganui, or a more distant journey to a
location further afield . . .
Read on for our specialist courier service.
We drive U-Ride.
Taxi/Cab Rideshare Services Companion Driver Services Cruise Passenger Excursions Courier Services
Frequently asked
questions . . .
HOW WE WORK
We're old school professionals
. . . a friendly, dependable
and experienced bunch.
So, with U-Ride there's no messing about with fancy websites/Apps, automated AI
and other impersonal tech.
Instead, we keep things simple,
so you're assured of caring, attentive service based on
old fashioned values.
We also smile a lot too!
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Services are charged at a standard U-Ride rate of NZD 50.00 per hour
(or part thereof) from collection to drop-off.
Our services include:
. . . The U RIDE 'fixed fare secret sauce' is
an absolute winner - no more awkward conversations about inflated meter charges!
It is always a pleasure dealing with the U RIDE drivers - their experience and scope of worldly knowledge is incredible - good local Kiwis.
Mike Peterson - Tauranga (Papamoa)
. . . just letting you know that we had
such a great time with you on our recent
cruise excursion in Tauranga and Rotorua.
We saw and learned so much. Even better, your cheerful, entertaining commentary made our visit so enjoyable and memorable *****
The Stewart Family - Barnsbury (UK)
. . . collected the 3 of us on time as
arranged. We then made two stops on
the way which was so helpful. Best of all the fixed charge system is absolutely brilliant!
I have used the Tauranga U Ride service many times and highly recommend this outfit.
Aku Wahanui - Te Puna (Western BOP)
Dear Mark, our residents continue to sing
your praises with consistent feedback that highlights your genuine caring, patience and overall sincerity in all you do. I am pleased to submit this testimonial on behalf of those at both the village and home residences.
Stacey Kearnes - Village Administrator (TGA)
Make a stop or two
en-route if you like . . . the hour is yours.
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Out & about transfers, pre-arranged taxi / uber type transport services
Contact U-Ride for your local $50.00 private transport service solution in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui or anywhere inbetween.
Sit back, relax and let us do the driving. Whatever your needs, incl. multistops for errands & collections, appointments/meetings, shopping, medical/health visits, socials etc.
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Airport transfers, collections / drop off, meet & greet service
If you require that important airport meet & greet collection sorted - call U-Ride for a dependable, personal service at our $50.00 fixed charge.
We'll monitor the flight arrival time to ensure we're there awaiting your arrival when needed. Flying out of Tauranga homeward bound or on vacation/business - contact U-Ride.
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Companion / caretaker driving with friendly personal assistant
At U-Ride, we pride ourselves on our tailored companion/personal driver, private 'caretaker' services.
Perfect for those that may require a little extra help and understanding, as well as some cheerful engaging conversation along the way. You can trust in the U-Ride reputation. We're old school professionals - a friendly, dependable and experienced bunch.
Home of the
NZD 50.00
no-nonsense
'local' fixed fare*
*Per one hour service (or part thereof),
within all Tauranga suburbs
and Mount Maunganui
PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL
®
Tauranga
Hamilton
Rotorua
Auckland
Wellington
Christchurch
Queenstown
Dunedin
Call: 0211446677
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Cruise ship port of call shore excursions and sightseeing trips
CONFIDENTIAL, SECURE & Fast
Where will we explore today?
Enjoy a custom itinerary tailored to suit your specific interests and available port of call shore time.
Travelling at your own pace with your private U-Ride driver you will simply see and experience more, avoiding the touring coaches and crowds along all the typical well beatan tourist paths.
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High value / important hand-to-hand secure deliveries & collections
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'Off the beaten track' farm and site transfers, deliveries & collections
Across town and beyond, be it important documents, essential medical supplies, or other small sized goods & parcels . . . using our adventure style motorcycles, we'll get it sorted within a 20 kilometer radius of Tauranga City in under
1 hour from pick up / collection.
Same $50.00 Per 1 Hour Service
Rural passenger transfer services.
Farm & site deliveries / collections of smaller sized (up to 1 square meter) goods, supplies, parts and other equippment.
Please note - we do not provide any services for dangerous goods and / or hazardous substances.
Additional charges may apply.
Explore attractions . . .
Courier Services
We drive
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For additional details and information concerning U-Ride Ltd. and the U-Ride, and We Drive U-Ride name, brand, and registered trade marks, please contact the owner - Mark Warner via Email: mark@caretakerservices.nz. All persons and users of this website and/or any U-Ride services are hereby advised that the U-Ride name and brand is marketed and used under license by independent operators throughoutout New Zealand. These businesses, and their individual business owners, operate as independent legal entities and are affiliated to U-Ride Ltd. and the owner of any/all U-Ride IP, by licensed agreement only. Please contact us for further information, including our business Terms and Conditions. Site Update: 06/ 2025
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