Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs

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Experience the history and unique landscape that is Mount Tarawera. Let our local knowledgeable guides enthrall you on this fully guided walking experience.

Experience the 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!

Per Person $209.00

What's included

  • Shuttle/Transport
  • Local Knowledgeable Guide

Duration

  • 4.5Hrs

Location

  • Meeting Location: Main Carpark Hemo Road. Located directly off the Hemo Road Roundabout (Next door to Te Puia)

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 7

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Courtesy transport Option: Available 7 days a week from all central Rotorua accommodations, and the Rotorua Information Centre.

    Self-Drive Option: Main Carpark Hemo Road. Located directly off the Hemo Road Roundabout (Next door to Te Puia).

    Please indicate if you require the courtesy transport option, or if you will self-drive to the meeting location when proceeding through checkout.

    Suitable for Moderate Level of Physical Fitness - if you are unsure, please contact us!

    This experience is weather dependent: We do hike in the rain however some views maybe compromised. We do not hike in high winds.

Available Bookings from 27 Jul to 9 Aug 2025

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Peter Kon from Australia 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.

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From 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

stephane from Switzerland wrote on 24 July 2025

Mt Tarawera

Nice walk despite poor weather. Good organisation and professional guide.

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From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs

Thank you so much for joining us on the Mt Tarawera experience and for taking the time to leave a review. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the walk, even with the weather not quite playing ball that day! We appreciate your kind words about our organisation and your guide — our team takes pride in delivering a professional and authentic experience grounded in our local knowledge and manaakitanga (hospitality). Ngā mihi nui, and we hope to welcome you back again sometime — maybe with a bit more sunshine next time! Ngā manaakitanga, The Kaitiaki Adventures whānau

Chanel Sabourin-Dubois from Canada wrote on 24 July 2025

Amazing walk in the volcano!

We had an amazing time with Maui and Tai! They were so sweet and interesting, we learn a lot about the history of the land and we had so much fun hiking up and running down the volcano! Perfect weather as well 🤞

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Jeremy Moffat from New Zealand wrote on 24 June 2025

Awesome experience

One of the best experiences I’ve done 100% recommend. Tour guide was very good.

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From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs

Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We're thrilled to hear it was one of the best experiences you’ve had, and we really appreciate the 100% recommendation. Our guides love what they do, and it’s great to know that came through. A big thank you from all of us at Kaitiaki Adventures

Miranda from New Zealand wrote on 23 June 2025

Great trip

We were fortunate to do the trip on a clear , sunny day in winter which meant that the views were spectacular and the colourful rock layers on the mountain looked stunning against a blue sky. So glad we did this trip. I understand that proceeds from each ticket are used for planting and pest control on the mountain and they seem to be doing a great job in this respect.

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From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a clear and sunny day for your trip—there’s nothing quite like seeing the colourful rock formations set against a winter blue sky. We’re also really grateful that you noticed our conservation efforts. Every ticket really does help support native planting and pest control on the mountain, so thank you for being a part of that. Nga Mihi Nui from all of us at Kaitiaki Adventures

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