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Waimangu App – Rediscover the Pink & White Terraces

The Waimangu App allows you to get the most out of your visit to the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Rediscover the Pink and White Terraces and other hidden content with augmented reality. The Waimangu App is completely free and includes information and features on both the self-guided walk/hike and the Lake Rotomahana boat cruise.

As you explore one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and diverse geothermal landscapes, the App provides information and hidden content to connect you with the rich cultural and geological history of the area.

Uncover the history behind Waimangu Volcanic Valley through augmented reality. Rediscover the 8th wonder of the world, the Pink and White Terraces and bring the Waimangu Geyser, the world’s largest geyser, back to life.

Plan your trip with valley map, points of interest and bus and boat schedules. “My Journey” feature allows you to take and save photos, make notes, and share your experience on social media.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is the App free to download?

    Yes, completely FREE

  • Where do I download the App?

    The Waimangu App is available in both the Apple and Google App Stores

  • How do I download the App?

    It’s really easy to download. iPhone users can download from it the App Store and Android users from Google Play. Once you’ve downloaded it, simply follow the onboarding instructions.

  • When do I download the App?

    We recommend that you download the app before you arrive at Waimangu, but we also have free WIFI available just in case.

  • Will it use all my data?

    Once you have downloaded the App it won’t use your data when you are visiting Waimangu. The App uses special location based technology from within the App, and all the content is already loaded for you to access.

  • Will it use my battery up?

    The App will use some of your battery for sure, we recommend you have a full battery before you start your journey.

  • Why download the App?

    So many reasons! The App has been designed to aid your journey and to unlock hidden content to enrich your adventure with us. Augmented Reality, live mapping, note taking and journal ability to name just a few of the unique things only available in the App.

  • Does the App work on all phones?

    The App has been designed for use on later model Apple and Android smart phones.

  • Can I use the App on my tablet or computer?

    The App has been designed for use on mobile phones. Some items may not display correctly on a tablet, and many tablets do not have SIM/location ability required to run the app.

  • How do I use the App?

    The App itself is very easy to use, and it has a useful introduction to its features and how to use when you download it. You can’t ‘break’ the App so have fun with it, and see what hidden treasures it will unlock for you. Our staff will help where they can as well so feel free to ask questions.

  • Are there other language options other than English?

    Currently English and Chinese is available, but watch this space for more options in future.

  • We had a beautiful morning here. I love the sulphuric smell & the geothermal wonders. Volcanic activity is always interesting. The walk is perfect &…

    Karen
    Paddington, Australia

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  • As a geothermal geologist I have visited all the commercial geothermal tourist sites. Waimangu is my favourite. It has a beautiful natural setting walking down thru forests with a bus return uphill. Along the way there is steaming lakes, bubbling sulfurous hot water vents, mini geysers and waterfalls and some nice silica sinter…

    David H
    My favourite geothermal site in NZ New Zealand

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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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  • 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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  • Another amazing spot to visit, very informative with great photo opportunities, the walk down through the valley to the boat jetty is rather easy, but about 4kms, the boat cruise on lake Rotormahana was great, again very informative with great photo and video…

    Peter
    Melbourne, Australia

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  • We had an absolutely amazing Sunday afternoon with our 3 girls at Waimangu Volcanic Valley! The views were stunning, the nature gorgeous and the staff fantastic! They went the extra mile for our little girl who had a fright on the boat before the trip started, and now all she remembers is the funny bus ride and chocolate ice cream. In the meantime mum and the other girls enjoyed the boat trip. Definitely to be recommended for anyone who enjoys…

    Lynn
    New Zealand

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