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Experience the Rotorua history and unique landscape that is Mount Tarawera. Let our local knowledgeable guides enthrall you on this fully guided walking experience.
Highlights
- 4WD Drive 8.2Km up to the Base Camp, Toilet Stop
- Drive to Craters Edge & Commence Hike (Several Options available)
- Approx. 90 minute Hike, Be enthralled by History and Cultural stories
- 'Scree Run' into the heart of the Volcanic Crater
- Optional pick up from Central Rotorua with running commentary from Guide of surrounding area
- Return drive back to Rotorua after your adventure!
Experience the history and unique landscape that is Mount Tarawera. Mt Tarawera erupted on June 10th, 1886, the eruption destroyed the legendary Pink and White Terraces but also created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu.
Let our local knowledgeable guides enthrall you on this fully guided walking experience. With 360 panoramic views and unmatched scenic vistas this trip encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. It is ideal for all ages and includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater!
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Per Person$99.00
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
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From Rotorua Hiking | Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thanks for your feedback — we’re really sorry to hear about the incident. Safety is our top priority, and we’re reviewing our procedures and first aid resources to ensure we're always prepared for these types of scenarios. Ngā mihi for your understanding and for your son’s help during the situation.
Louis Starck fromGermany wrote on 22 February 2023
Sehr cooler Ausflug!
Diese Tour war wirklich ein einmaliges Erlebnis! Man fährt zuerst eine Privatstraße hoch in die Berge und später läuft man dann noch 1h bzw. 150hm zum Gipfel (Rundweg insgesamt etwa 2-3h und 260hm). Die Eindrücke sind umwerfend und man fühlt sich ein bisschen wie am Grand Canyon. Geheimtipp: Bei der Halbtagestour den frühen Slot (8:15 Uhr) nehmen, da ist man im Gegensatz zum Nachmittag eher in einer kleinen Gruppe unterwegs. Die 60€ für die Tour waren auf jeden Fall gut investiert! Kamera und Bergschuhe unbedingt mitnehmen!
From Rotorua Hiking | Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Louis, Our Mt Tarawera is really a once in a life-time experience and we are glad you got to take in the beautiful scenery and history of our mountain. We hope to see you back here again! Nga Mihi
Louis Starck fromGermany wrote on 22 February 2023
Sehr cooler Ausflug!
Diese Tour war wirklich ein einmaliges Erlebnis! Man fährt zuerst eine Privatstraße hoch in die Berge und später läuft man dann noch 1h bzw. 150hm zum Gipfel (Rundweg insgesamt etwa 2-3h und 260hm). Die Eindrücke sind umwerfend und man fühlt sich ein bisschen wie am Grand Canyon. Geheimtipp: Bei der Halbtagestour den frühen Slot (8:15 Uhr) nehmen, da ist man im Gegensatz zum Nachmittag eher in einer kleinen Gruppe unterwegs. Die 60€ für die Tour waren auf jeden Fall gut investiert! Kamera und Bergschuhe unbedingt mitnehmen!
From Rotorua Hiking | Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Louis, Our Mt Tarawera is really a once in a life-time experience and we are glad you got to take in the beautiful scenery and history of our mountain. We hope to see you back here again! Nga Mihi
Anonymous fromUnited States wrote on 15 May 2024
Enjoy the hike but
Hiking Mt Tarawera was one of the highlight of the trip and we were really looking forward to that. However, the guide was late for more than one hour to pick us up. Their office did inform us in advance that he will be 15 mins late but turned out we waited for almost 1.5 hours. We have other arrangements after the trip and that got postponed due to that. I have never experienced such delay for a guided tour, purely unacceptable! Mt Tarawera was beautiful and we really enjoyed the scenery. The hike was quite difficult however. It is described as moderate on the website but it can be quite challenging for some people. You have to slide down the steep mountain after reaching the top and it was quite intimidating at first. Just wish we were better prepared.
From Rotorua Hiking | Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Anonymous person! We are sorry the tour timings didn't work out for the day, This was due to an unexpected change is staffing. We are still glad you enjoyed the trip! We have also a frequently asked questions page on our website that helps to prepare for the tour. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your travels! Nga Mihi, Kaitiaki Adventures
Peter Kon fromAustralia wrote on 31 March 2023
Fantastic Mt. Tarawera Experience
Fantastic guides Dan and AJ gave us a great insight into local culture and took great care of us all as we completed the trek. We shared amazing views and experiences as we went round the volcano rim and down into the crater. What a privilege to be part of such a great experience.
From Rotorua Hiking | Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Peter. Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a great time with us and with Dan and AJ as your guides. Hope to see you back again. Nga Mihi
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Dieter Schaefczuk fromGermany wrote on 24 March 2025
Mount Tarawera Tour
Die Tour war für viele Teilnehmer am Limit, speziell der Abstieg in den Krater!!! Eine Teilnehmerin stieg gleich am Anfang der Tour aus und ging zum Auto zurück. Ein anderen Teilnehmer verlor das Gleichgewicht und stürzte heftig. Dabei entstand eine blutende Lippe, zwei Wackelzähne und Abschürfungen an den Beinen. Leider war das Erste-Hilfe-Set der Guides sehr dürftig ausgestattet. Mein Sohn studiert aktuell Zahnmedizin und hat sich um die Erstversorgung des Teilnehmers gekümmert. Eine bessere Ausstattung fand sich dann an der Schutzhütte. Dort erfolgte die Zweitversorgung durch meinen Sohn. Die beiden Guides waren sichtlich überfordert mit diesem Unfall!!! Der Teilnehmer musste ins Krankenhaus nach Rotorua gebracht werden.