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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!
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$5.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencySchöne und einzigartige geothermische Landschaft (20 Personen sagten dies)
- emergencyGut gepflegte Wege und einfache Wanderpfade (15 Personen sagten dies)
- emergencyInformative Beschilderung, die das Erlebnis bereichert (12 Personen sagten dies)
- emergencyFamilienfreundliche Umgebung, geeignet für alle Altersgruppen (10 Personen sagten dies)
- emergencyFriedlicher und angenehmer Spaziergang, perfekt für einen Ausflug (8 Personen sagten dies)
- emergencyGutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis im Vergleich zu anderen Attraktionen (7 Personen sagten dies)
- star_shineWasser mitbringen, besonders an warmen Tagen.
Zusätzliche Zeit einplanen, um die Landschaft wirklich zu genießen.
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villanueva from New Zealand wrote on 13 May 2026
Superb Walk
God has been amazing in creating this place. Feel safe to walk around with friends. Easy pathways and great opportunities to capture great photos.
topito from New Zealand wrote on 30 April 2026
Awesome place!
We loved this place..it is really affordable and amazing…do not miss it!
Shirley from New Zealand wrote on 29 April 2026
Lovely walk
Lovely 2.1 km walk to see wisps of steam rising from the earth. Disappointing that no bubbling pools were seen.
Kartheek REDDY from New Zealand wrote on 28 March 2026
27-03 1PM Special
Craters of the Moon was an absolutely amazing experience! Walking through the geothermal landscape felt like stepping onto another planet — the steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, and unique terrain were truly unforgettable. It’s a must-visit if you’re around Taupō. The only downside was the entry fee situation. We paid for admission, but noticed that many others seemed to be getting in for free, which didn’t feel fair at all. It took away a bit from an otherwise fantastic visit.
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alitziar from Germany wrote on 08 July 2023
Worth a visit
Super freundliches Personal und ein kleiner bequemer Spaziergang durch das geothermale Gelände. Den Souvenirshop mochte ich persönlich auch sehr. Lediglich gibt es keine Möglichkeit für Reisende ohne Auto zum Park zu kommen außer zu Fuß (was doch relativ weit ist) oder per Taxi. Das ist jedoch kein Minuspunkt für craters of the moon sondern für Taupo.