Full Waimangu Experience
Immerse yourself in our truly unique and serene environment with the Full Waimangu Experience. Begin by exploring beautiful walking & hiking trails, woven through our natural geothermal ecosystem and native bush. Then complete your journey with a fully-guided 45 minute boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana – the final resting place of the Pink & White Terraces.
Our cruises are especially popular during the summer; we strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot.
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Duration - 3+ hours
Allow 3+ hours to explore and experience this amazing piece of the world.
- Price - NZD $180
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Departures - from 08:30am
Open from 08:30am. Last admission is 1:30pm. Capacity is limited, so bookings are essential.
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Overview
This half-day geothermal experience completely immerses you in the unique environment of Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
To begin, explore the world’s youngest geothermal valley at your own pace, with walking trails for all abilities and ambitions. Walks vary in length from 1.5km to 4.5km, covering a range of geothermal activity, hot springs, volcanic craters, nature and wildlife. Some highlights to look out for include the world’s largest hot spring, the Mt Haszard trail, and the brilliant blue Inferno Crater.
The trails ultimately lead down to the lake, where you’ll enjoy a fully guided 45 minute cruise around the tranquil waters of Lake Rotomahana. Throughout the cruise, you’ll encounter stunning geothermal activity only accessible by boat, along with rare native birdlife. You will hear about the colourful history of the lake, the Pink and White Terraces and the Mount Tarawera eruption.
The Full Waimangu Experience allows you to explore every corner of the world’s youngest volcanic valley. Places on the boat cruise are limited and are especially popular during the summer; we strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
Make sure to use the free Waimangu app to discover hidden content, and rediscover the Pink & White Terraces.
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Price
- Adults (17 years+) $180pp
- Children (6-16 years) $90pp
- Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) $530
- Under 6's FREE with adult
Timetable
| Check-In Time | Self Guided Walk | Boat Cruise Departure | Return to Visitor Centre |
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| 9.30am | 9.35am | 11.25am | 12.50pm |
| 11.00am | 11.05am | 1.10pm | 14.25pm |
| 12.00pm | 12.05pm | 2.00pm | 15.15pm |
| 12.45pm | 12.50pm | 2.50pm | 16.05pm |
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