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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
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- Adult$7.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$5.00
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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!
- Child$5.00
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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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Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyPaysage géothermique magnifique et unique (20 personnes ont dit cela)
- emergencySentiers bien entretenus et chemins de marche faciles (15 personnes ont dit cela)
- emergencyPanneaux d'information qui enrichissent l'expérience (12 personnes ont dit cela)
- emergencyEnvironnement familial, adapté à tous les âges (10 personnes ont dit cela)
- emergencyPromenade paisible et agréable, parfaite pour une sortie (8 personnes ont dit cela)
- emergencyBon rapport qualité-prix par rapport à d'autres attractions (7 personnes ont dit cela)
- star_shineApportez de l'eau, surtout par temps chaud.
Prévoyez du temps supplémentaire pour profiter pleinement du paysage.
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camillep2 from France wrote on 23 July 2022
Une ballade facile dans un paysage hors du commun
Chaque recoin de Craters of the Moon est fascinant, allant d'une piscine de boue à un cratère géant multicolore, en passant par une cheminée de gaz bruyante et des buissons survivants aux conditions locales. Staff au top, prix super abordable, ça vaut le détour !
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joshuam15 from New Zealand wrote on 15 November 2025
Great experience
Great experience
yusakuk from Japan wrote on 31 January 2026
good place
It was good because there was a rare geothermal cave.
Prashant from New Zealand wrote on 14 January 2026
Visit with family
It looks nothing like the pictures on the website. The day we visited was very hot and bright, which could have been a factor. But I was disappointed. If you are someone who has never seen geothermal activity, you may find it interesting. But if you have travelled in the Rotorua-Taupo region, you have likely encountered more spectacular places. For comparison, Rotorua's Kuirau Park (a relatively low activity area) is better and it is free.
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Angélina GUILLAUME from France wrote on 22 July 2023
Très chouette
Balade très sympa, nous avons commencé le tour de la vallée géothermique par ce site rt nous avons apprécié les explications