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Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo
Experience the magic of this geothermal landscape on a self-guided walk along the trail at Craters of the Moon.
Experience the magic of this geothermal landscape on a self-guided walk along the trail at Craters of the Moon.
Highlights
- Enjoy a self guided walk through this stunning landscape
- Watch the craters steaming with geothermal life
- An easy walk along wooden boardwalks and fine gravel suitable for the whole family
- Excellent views from the lookout
Take in the incredible sights of the bubbling mud pools and steaming craters as you walk through this other-worldly landscape.
Our well-maintained tracks are easy to follow and suitable for most people, the main walkway will take you on a 40-minute leisurely stroll through the valley and the optional 20-minute upper walkway will take you up the steps for fantastic views from the lookout.
Take your time, stop for photos and enjoy at your own pace.
Loop Track - Suitable for pushchairs. Wheelchairs are permitted but some areas of the path are more difficult to navigate than others. The path is mostly boardwalk but it is recommended that you have a person to assist in areas where there is a gravel path.
Upper Walkway - A moderate walk with multiple steps (totally worth it), not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$10.00
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$10.00
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
- Adult$10.00
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- Adult$5.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Family$25.00
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- Adult$10.00
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- Adult$10.00
- Child$5.00
- Family$25.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyBeautiful and unique geothermal landscape (20 people said this)
- emergencyWell-maintained tracks and easy walking paths (15 people said this)
- emergencyInformative signage that enhances the experience (12 people said this)
- emergencyFamily-friendly environment, suitable for all ages (10 people said this)
- emergencyPeaceful and enjoyable walk, perfect for a day out (8 people said this)
- emergencyGreat value for money compared to other attractions (7 people said this)
- star_shineBring water, especially on warm days.
Allow extra time to fully enjoy the scenery.
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Rachel McQuillan from New Zealand wrote on 10 March 2026
Amazing
The walk was amazing!! Was so awesome
From Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo
Hi Rachel, We are so Glad you enjoyed it! Nga mihi nui, Amy Barhorst 2ic www.cratersofthemoon.co.nz<http://www.cratersofthemoon.co.nz/> [cid:[email protected]]
joshuam15 from New Zealand wrote on 15 November 2025
Great experience
Great experience
chatterboxes from New Zealand wrote on 04 March 2026
Rather disappointing
Came here a few years ago and decided to revisit with overseas friends. However there was very little to see in the way of thermal activity or experience. The walk was actually quite long and we were told we couldn't walk some of the way and then turn back. Strictly a full walk clockwise direction only. We are in our 50's and quite fit, we found the walk a long way and very little to see. I would not suggest children walk it. Everything is dried up and minimum thermal activity.
From Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo
We are sorry you did not enjoy your time here. In summer months activity is reduced in comparison to winter months as it is hotter and less moisture about. Our track is one way for health and safety reasons; the boardwalk is too narrow to accommodate a walker and say a pram walking the opposite way. If you found you could not continue and called our emergency number we would have suggested you turn around depending how close you were to the kiosk, being careful on the way back and would have been happy to chat about your experience after. Nga mihi nui, Staff at Craters of the Moon
yusakuk from Japan wrote on 31 January 2026
good place
It was good because there was a rare geothermal cave.
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Richard Cherry from United Kingdom wrote on 21 March 2026
out of this world
well done. a long walk but well worth it. the moon is nothing like this ask Neil Armstrong