Tour Rotorua's most popular geothermal parks and colorful lakes on a day trip led by a local naturalist guide. You'll see the Lady Knox Geyser erupt, visit the Lake Tarawera lookout and see boiling mud pools and hot springs at Wai-O-Tapu. Along the way, you'll learn all about volcanology, New Zealand's stunning flora and fauna, and Maori history from your naturalist guide.

Highlights

  • Day trip to Rotorua's geysers, mud pools, volcanoes and lakes
  • Boiling mud pools and hot springs at Wai-O-Tapu
  • Eruption of Lady Knox Geyser
  • Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) and Lake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
  • All attractions fully guided and commentated by local naturalist guide
  • Pickup and drop off from centrally located Rotorua hotels
  • Traveling in a small group, maximum 12 passengers allowing a unique and intimate experience

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Your day trip takes you through forestry and farmland to New Zealand's largest boiling mud pool and a series of colorful hot springs at Wai-O-Tapu. After seeing the Lady Knox geyser erupt, you'll take a short drive to the Waimangu volcanic valley, where your guide will tell you about the Mt Tarawera eruption which blew open this spectacular, bush-covered, geothermal park.

Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) and Lake Rotokakahi (Green Lake) are amazingly clear and colorful lakes, and their gorgeous scenery make them a favorite stop for visitors. You'll also visit the Buried Village, the site of a Maori village that was destroyed during the Tarawera volcanic eruption. You'll then take a walk through beautiful native bush to a waterfall and the Lake Tarawera lookout.

Schedule Details

Rotorua Eco Thermal Small Group Full-Day Tour

Lady Knox Geyser

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Departure Point: Tour departs from all central city Rotorua hotels
Departure Time:

  • 8:00am - 8:30am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Duration:

8 hours (approx.)

Return details:

  • Returns to original departure point between 4pm and  4:30pm

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Additional Information

Inclusions:
    • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
    • Small group tour, maximum 12 people
    • Local naturalist guide
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Entrance fees
Exclusions:
  • Meals and beverages, unless specified
Additional Info:

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 5 years

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

A great day with a great driver. Certainly worth while doing. Door to door service. Driver ...  Read more ›

 

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

We had a great trip. The guide was fun, and the whole experience was well organised and presented. ...  Read more ›

 

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