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Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo

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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.

Adult $10.00
Child $5.00 (Aged 5 - 15 years)
Family $25.00 (2 Adults + up to 4 Children)

What's included

  • Admission into Craters of the Moon geothermal walking trail

Location

  • 171 Karapiti Road
  • Wairakei Park
  • Taupo 3377

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Please note there is a road closure - Wairakei Drive Roundabout

    Temporary Detour:

    Heading South into Taupo: From Wairakei Drive - turn left onto Karetoto Road. Continue on Huka Falls Road. Turn left onto Wairakei Drive.

    Karapiti Road is open at all times - access is via Huka Falls Road under stop/go management

    Heading North out of Taupo: From Wairakei Drive - turn right onto Huka Falls Road. Continue into Karetoto Road. Turn right onto Wairakei Drive.


    Opening Hours:

    9:30AM to 5PM. Daily with last entry being 4PM.

    Ticket Conditions:

    10am and 1pm discounted tickets are time-specific.

    General Admission allows entry anytime between 9:30am and 4pm.

  • Children under 5 years old go FREE.

Available Bookings from 30 Mar to 12 Apr 2024

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.5

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rahilc from New Zealand wrote on 21 July 2022

Amazing thermal experience

Me and my partner really enjoyed our walk at the park, we loved how we could experience thermal activity from up close. Also an amazing team at moon crater, very attentive and friendly. Thank you.

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From Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo

Glad you enjoyed your visit, hope to see you again.

Kate Aisi from New Zealand wrote on 08 November 2021

Wonderful

Very impressed. Everything presented so well, walk way wonderful, nature experience amazing

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Glad you enjoyed your experience, thank you for your comments.

peace from New Zealand wrote on 02 November 2021

Recommend

We went in the morning and it was a perfect way to start our day with a leisure walking experience around the steamy craters. Definitely recommend:)

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From Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo

Thanks for your review. Yes, the morning is definitely the best time to come especially if it is a bit cooler!

Krystal from New Zealand wrote on 18 January 2022

Not as active as we thought

No longer as active as it was. Mud craters appear to be dried up. A few steamy bits. Other places e.g Waiotapu, etc. are much more active and better viewing. A long 1 hour walk for not a lot of activity. You can basically see it all from the viewing platform as you enter and save yourself the walk.

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Nicola Gregson from New Zealand wrote on 13 July 2021

Good but not the best

Well maintained track with plenty of information boards to read. Disappointed with the rubbish around the park, definitely took away from the natural beauty. It Is the budget friendly version of geothermal parks in Taupō but not the best we visited.

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From Craters Of The Moon Geothermal Walk - Taupo

Yes, we agree the rubbish that our visitors discard in the Craters is unsightly. Unfortunately it is impossible to safely remove some pieces, we get what we can.

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