• Geothermal Attractions in Rotorua

    Rotorua’s Geothermal Parks

Geothermal Attractions in Rotorua

With steaming hot springs, erupting geysers and bubbling mud pools, there's enough geothermal attractions in the Rotorua area to keep you busy for days.

Waimangu Volcanic Valley

Waimangu Volcanic Valley is one of the world’s youngest geothermal systems, created among the destruction of the Mt Tarawera volcanic eruption in 1886.

Reasons to visit:

· See Frying Pan Lake, the word’s largest hot spring and the bright blue Inferno Crater

· Walking and hiking trails take you through a stunning natural environment and return by bus

· Take a boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana and see unique lakeside geothermal activity

Perfect for:

Those that want to escape the crowds and explore a stunning natural environment.

Hell’s Gate

Hell’s Gate combines a geothermal area with a sulpur spa and mud bathing experience. The healing waters here have been used by the early Maori settlers for hundreds of years.

Reason’s to visit:

· Experience a unique mud spa and sulphur spa bathing

· See the largest mud volcano in New Zealand

· Learn how Maori warriors used the soothing geothermal waters to heal their battle wounds

Perfect for:

Those looking to enjoy a spa experience as well as geothermal attraction.

Te Puia

Te Puia is one of Rotorua’s most popular attractions. Known for Maori culture as well as its geothermal attractions, you can also visit a kiwi house here.

Reasons to visit:

· See the Pohutu geyser, erupting regularly throughout the day

· Enjoy a geothermally cooked steambox lunch

· Visit the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute to learn more about carving, Ta Moko and weaving

Perfect for:

Those interested in learning more about Maori arts and crafts.

Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

One of the most popular geothermal attractions, Wai-o-Tapu is known for spectacular colours and the Lady Knox Geyser.

Reason’s to visit:

· Guaranteed Geyser viewing – the Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15am

· See the iconic Champagne pool and marvel at the colourful hot springs

· Visit a large bubbling mud pool free of charge on the Wai-o-Tapu loop road, close to the Thermal Wonderland

Perfect for:

Those looking to get the iconic Instagram shot of a geyser and hot springs

Whakarewarewa Maori Village

Whakarewarewa is a living Maori village where you can learn about Maori Culture from those still living in the village.

Reasons to visit:

· See how locals use geothermal in their daily lives for heating, cooking & bathing

· Enjoy sweetcorn cooked in a geothermal pool or a hangi pie

· Experience a cultural performance

Perfect for:

Those who want to see how Maori use geothermal activity in everyday life.

  • What an unbelievable walk, really good information on both the brochure and on boards at strategic points. Lots of activity from the thermal vents and the lakes, it took us 3 hours to walk down, and after the boat around the lake we took the free bus back to the top, but you can walk back. A great day…

    Andy
    Hatherleigh, United Kingdom

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  • We had a great trip here - very organised walk with lots of information and fascinating views of the craters. The boat trip on the lake was very relaxing and timed to allow us to catch the bus back up. We had a good lunch back at the…

    Penny
    Brisbane, Australia

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  • So impressive and wonderful to tramp through...fantastic vapor whirls on the magnificent colorful lakes...great ferns with thousands of different shades of green.....amazing viewpoints to look down into the valley...awesome hues of ever changing volcanic terraces in different lights of the day....a great bus service for weary people or elderly ones to appreciate this veritable gem of…

    Thomas Rhöse
    Google Review

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  • A must-go in Rotorua, where you'll explore a stunning scenery of ferns and volcanic rocks and…

    Simone
    Brasillia

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  • A peaceful quiet walk in the rain. We came here on a rainy day, as there wasn’t much else to do outside when in rains in Rotorua. Staff was nice and walked us through the bus stops and how everything worked there. We paid the additional $5 to rent a heat thermometer gun (not sure was the actual name of it is). It was cool to see how hot the water was getting with the temperature gauge. This was a good place to go when it rains. The walkway is…

    Spring
    Texas

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  • We were fortunate to visit when there were no crowds and walked the valley in almost complete isolation which added to the mysterious and prehistoric feel. Everywhere we turned was a feast for the eyes. Our teenage son only wished we could have spent more time there. If you appreciate nature, enjoy an easy hike, want to see something unique Waimangu is for…

    Dianna
    Tokyo, Japan

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