About | Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve is a geothermal wonderland complete with mud bathing and thermal pools. A truly unique experience and must do when you’re in Rotorua! Start your experience by going on the geothermal walk, either with a guide or self-guided. Grab a map and read up on the fascinating area, with spluttering mud…
About | Skyline Rotorua Skyline Rotorua is all about having fun and you can easily fill your whole day up there. The day will speed by quickly as you enjoy the Rotorua luge and mountain bike tracks, enjoy some downtime by grabbing something to eat while taking in the views, or stroll around the area and go for a wander…
About | Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua Secret Spot Hot Tubs is the place to be after a day’s adventures. And with the Whakarewarewa Forest right at its doorstep, it’s easier than ever to get out there. Bring your bike or running shoes then reward yourself with your very own tub and let your muscles relax as you take nature…
About | Kuirau Park Wind your way through Kuirau Park, discovering and experiencing the steaming, bubbling and hissing geothermal action right in the heart of Rotorua. Go along a boardwalk crossing the steamy lake with steam rising and gently blowing past warming your body. There’s lots of thermal activity going on and it’s a delight to see. Being located close…
About | Hot and Cold Bathe in a geothermally heated stream and find your perfect temp. Here you’ll find where two streams meet, one cold and the other geothermally heated. Move between the two to find the right temperature for you, from a cold flowing stream to a hot and steamy one. And it does get hot! Walk under the…
About | Waimangu Volcanic Centre Come and see the world’s youngest geothermal valley and experience volcanic craters, huge hot water springs, beautiful and colourful geothermal features, rare plant life and an array of birds. Go on a self-guided walk through this spectacular geothermal field and watch for geothermal activity. It’s mostly downhill and the scenery is diverse and awe-inspiring. Stop…
About | Kerosene Creek Go for a little wander through the native bush and you’ll come across a natural and geothermally heated stream. People swarm here to warm their bodies and their souls. Relax in a wonderfully warm stream set amongst the beautiful bush, there’s no better way to relax after taking in the sights of Rotorua. You’ll find this…
About | Redwood Forest The Redwood Forest in Rotorua is one of Rotorua’s must-do activities. The Redwoods is a special place. Walk through these majestic trees and you’ll know what I mean. Do the treetop walk, day or night. Or bring your walking shoes or mountain bike and get amongst it. If you haven’t been here before, you’ll most probably…
You’ll know you’re in Rotorua when you smell something awful in the air, it’s impossible to escape. What you’re smelling is Rotorua’s thermal areas, full of geysers, hot springs and exploding mud pools. Rotorua also has a great mountain biking network with lots of biking opportunities from young to old. Rotorua will always have a soft spot in my heart.…