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Waimangu Volcanic Valley Self Guided Walk 5km away

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$43.00 Save up to $32.00

Waimangu Volcanic Valley Full Experience – Walk and Boat Cruise 8km away

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$88.00 Save up to $92.00

The Buried Village - Archaeological Site and Museum Admission 9km away

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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers 12km away

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$125.00 Save up to $85.00

Redwoods Adventure Combo: Altitude + Fast Pass Nighttime + Daytime Treewalk 19km away

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Lovely afternoon well spent
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Lovely afternoon well spent

This was a long walk, but very worth while and very interesting. It was long as we spent ages reading all the info at each site as well as taking in all the views. The boat tour and the guide were great. We had done the Buried Village museum in the morning and this in the afternoon and it tied in beautifully to bring the whole story together. We saw the volcanoes and the site of the pink and white terraces. Great to see the wee geyser as well. Fantastic afternoon.

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Great choice !
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Great choice !

We really enjoyed the entire 3 hours. The walking path to the lake is very well signed & the provided map with details at each stop is helpful & informative. There are many beautiful lookouts & interesting features. The boat trip was a fun little cruise, especially on a sunny day & our captain was funny & a great narrator. Very cool to be able to see the geyser! It would have felt pricey at full price but at the discounted Bookme price is was really great value. Glad we went & recommend !

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Highly recommended Trip
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Highly recommended Trip

One of the best experiences we’ve had since our stay in Rotorua. Full of amazing facts and very knowledgeable guide on the boat cruise.

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A beautiful family day
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A beautiful family day

A very nice easy walk for the all family. It took us 2.5 hours to walk to the lake with my 4 YO child (with a lot of stops). The boat trip was beautiful. We bought delicious sandwiches at the cafe. A great experience

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A unique geothermal experience
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A unique geothermal experience

Very interesting walking tour through the valley, learning about the history of the volcanic area. The geothermal features aren't as spectacular as those at Waiotapu but still impressive. We thought that the boat tour was perhaps not worth the extra cost ...until we saw the natural geyser go off. Apparently it only happens after a lot of rain so we were lucky. Much more exciting to watch than the Lady Knox Geyser.

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Must visit place!
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Must visit place!

It was a great experience with nice walk and views! The views are even better in real life than photos!!!!

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Waimangu Volcanic Mindblowing Experience!
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Waimangu Volcanic Mindblowing Experience!

What a fabulous experience. My husband and I enjoyed the walk although it took us a little longer than expected and we only just made the boat. It was so exciting walking around each corner not knowing what we would see. The information was great to read and very interesting... so much that we learnt. The trip on the boat was lovely. The skipper, who was also the tour guide, shared so much history and brought our journey to life. He know his stuff and was able to answer questions as well. A definite MUST VISIT... you could only take pushchairs about half way around, but there are bus stops placed along the way if you get tired of walking.... The whole walk (including reading boards and taking photos) took us two hours. The boat trip was 45 minutes. Forgot to mention the cafe at the top. Really friendly staff, clean environment and yummy food. Only downside of the who visit was that the toilets were downstairs, down a driveway which I observed an elder lady struggling to get up and down.

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color riched volcano park
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color riched volcano park

Not only park is beautiful but also the 6 km road to park is well worth visit. We love colored stones, wild flowers, black swans and other species. Park service is very good too.

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Just fabulous
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Just fabulous

We did this walk and loved it. Some real wow moments. An easy walk and plenty of time. The boat trip was great as we had the guide telling us what it all was. Just wished we had a guide to tell us more, on the walk.

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Great Valley walk
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Great Valley walk

So beautiful! The best views are at the end of the track in bird paradise!

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Great jurassic experience!
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Great jurassic experience!

We spent a lovely three hours walking then boating through New Zealands newest geothermal area. Signage along the way was informative and interesting and helped us appreciate the devastation and extent of the Mt Tarawera eruption. The four kilometre walk to the lake was mostly downhill with lots of stops along the way to marvel at Mother Nature's wrath! A shuttle bus took us back up the hill after the boat trip. I really recommend this fascinating place, the only thing missing is dinosaurs!

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Must Visit !!!
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Must Visit !!!

A stunning day out, a must-see if you visit Rotorua. Arrive early and take your time to enjoy the natural beauty of this area. Make sure you bring sufficient water & snacks as it gets hot on a lovely sunny day. Also, you need to wear suitable footwear as your walk on loose gravel footpaths. We took the full experience option which was the 45-minute boat trip once you get to the lake. The Captain gives an informative commentary as you proceed. There are toilets en route and inclusive tour buses that run often for those that require them.

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Ann
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Ann

Amazing natural scenery, easy walking track & great staff. Only a short 15 minute drive from Rotorua & well worth it.

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Relaxed trail with Spectacular views
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Relaxed trail with Spectacular views

The normal trail was easy. The additional hike up was tiring but doable and totally worth it. I was glad that I was given extra time to reach the lake. The boat cruise is a great way to end the hike.

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Fantastic scenery
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Fantastic scenery

Great outing learned so much its well worth it. Lots of walking but it's quite unique to have the option to take the bus. We'll done to the Team at Waimangu Volcanic Valley.

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Incredible
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Incredible

Leisurely walk downhill with plenty of viewpoints. The walk does not need to be rushed, we had time for a pre-packed lunch at the picnic tables. We would recommend this to anyone visiting the Rotorua - Taupo region. Boat trip was informative with a close-up view of a geyser.

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Amazing
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Amazing

One of the best things I have ever seen!! I loved it

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Lovely Outdoor Experience with Great Sights
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Lovely Outdoor Experience with Great Sights

We arrived early and so we had a nice quiet walk with not many people around. The staff were very friendly and informative. The sights were awesome and the hiking path was fun. We did the walk on a cloudy day, which now I see is a good thing as if it were sunny, be sure to bring sunscreen! I'd definitely recommend the experience! :)

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A hidden treasure
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A hidden  treasure

Great walk with a very diverse landscape surprises around every corner. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable ? Artwork along the walk an extra gem ? Wear good shoes .

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Beautiful place to visit
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Beautiful place to visit

A lot of walking and thankful there is a bus to catch back but so worth going to visit this place . The team working there were very friendly and helpful.

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Excellent tour
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Excellent tour

Beautiful walk. We just did walking tour. Ticket office told us it would take 2 hours but for us it took 3 hours with many stops for photos.

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Beautiful Reserve
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Beautiful Reserve

Lots a to see and great walk for the family

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Epic adventure!
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Epic adventure!

Probably one of the best things we did down in Rotorua - Alan the boat driver is awesome and knows so much about the area! Would highly highly recommend

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31 Dec
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31 Dec

Beautiful place well organised and presented

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Great experience in all ways
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Great experience in all ways

We had a fantastic walking down into the valley. It was very special to be able to walk among nature the whole way. The paths are well signposted and pass through spectacular geothermal areas, and the viewing areas are well placed and well maintained. Loved the art work on the way and the differences in landscape. Sadly we missed the final part - the wetland area to Lake Rotomahana as we were concerned we could miss the boat cruise. The boat cruise was very informative and it was fantastic to see Mount Tarawera up close. Thoroughly recommend to all and would happily go again.

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Morning walk
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Morning walk

A wonderful way to spend a morning. Beautiful scenery, interesting history

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Volcanic Valley walk
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Volcanic Valley walk

Totally worth it. Beautiful well done walkway with plenty of places to take pictures. We did the whole self guided walk to Lake Rotomahana & took the shuttle bus back. The 60 minute leeway on either side of the booking is a real plus. Tip: go early if it looks like the day will be hot.

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值得一游
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值得一游

2小时的轻松徒步,适合家庭出游。景色奇幻、员工友好、设施良好。如果你希望贴近大自然、不喜欢商业氛围太浓,那么来这里你会感觉到悠然自在。

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