Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Māori culture. Witness dramatic geysers, native Kiwi birds, and enjoy a traditional Hāngi buffet lunch.
Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Māori culture. Witness dramatic geysers, native Kiwi birds, and enjoy a traditional Hāngi buffet lunch.
- Lake Rotorua - Lake Rotorua ranks as the second largest lake on New Zealand’s North Island.
- Government Gardens - A historic government garden.
- Te Puia - Rotorua is a distinctive area where geothermal activity is visible through steam rising from the hills, parks, and lakefront. The tour will guide visitors past many renowned attractions…
- Lake Rotorua - Lake Rotorua ranks as the second largest lake on New Zealand’s North Island.
- Government Gardens - A historic government garden.
- Te Puia - Rotorua is a distinctive area where geothermal activity is visible through steam rising from the hills, parks, and lakefront. The tour will guide visitors past many renowned attractions and historical sites, including Lake Rotorua, the Government Gardens, and the Polynesian Spa.
Upon arrival at Te Puia, a local guide will lead visitors to witness bubbling mud, boiling water pools, and magnificent geysers. The Pōhutu geyser stands as the main highlight. Pōhutu is the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, erupting once or twice every hour and reaching heights of up to 30 meters (100 ft). At Te Puia, visitors can also see New Zealand’s national iconic flightless bird, the Kiwi.
Discover the unique ways the Māori adapted to life in Rotorua. Enjoy an authentic Māori cultural performance, featuring the traditional Haka, an ancient war dance or challenge, now used in significant ceremonies and celebrations. (Cultural performance not available on shared small group tours)
The journey to Rotorua intricately combines the captivating geology, vibrant culture, and colonial history of this region, making it a ‘must-visit’ destination.
- Return transfers to Auckland City, all CBD Hotels & Ports of Auckland
- Lunch
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Return transfers to Auckland City, all CBD Hotels & Ports of Auckland
- Lunch
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Alcoholic beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
Explore one of New Zealand’s most stunning geothermal wonderlands with this thrilling tour. Experience the impressive geysers, bubbling mud pools, and beautiful native bush through Te Puia’s guided tours. Te Puia hosts the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and features a cutting-edge Kiwi Conservation Centre, allowing visitors to get closer…
Explore one of New Zealand’s most stunning geothermal wonderlands with this thrilling tour. Experience the impressive geysers, bubbling mud pools, and beautiful native bush through Te Puia’s guided tours. Te Puia hosts the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and features a cutting-edge Kiwi Conservation Centre, allowing visitors to get closer than ever to New Zealand’s national treasure—the native Kiwi bird.
For generations, Te Puia has welcomed manuhiri (visitors) from around the globe to discover the wonders within Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley.
Be captivated by the Haka, the Māori term for dance, and enjoy the Hāngi (traditional cooking method) buffet lunch, which also includes European dishes.
- Minimum numbers apply
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
