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Immerse yourself in the culture of the “first nation” of Aotearoa. Learn about Maori weaponry and music and experience first hand the traditions and way of life that continues today. Walk or ride among the quiet solitude of the sky reaching redwoods and sample the year round warm waterfalls set in bush unchanged from a millennium ago.

 

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Experience Rotorua Region

  • Sparkling crystal clear lakes
  • Ancient Maori traditions
  • Geothermal wonderland
  • Thermal heated waterways
  • Adrenalin adventure

You´ll ❤️ these great things to see & do…

  • Raft your way over the world’s longest drop down Tutea Falls
  • Jet sprint and sledge down grade 5 rapids
  • Go Zorbing (rolling down a hill in a big ball) and Schweebing (pedal yourself around in a tube hanging from a track)
  • Rotorua Luge ride!
  • Visit bubbling mud pools
  • Experience Maori culture first hand

“Rotorua – feel the spirit – Manaakitanga”

This holds a powerful promise and invitation to all visitors. A deep rooted Maori cultural concept, Manaakitanga places a responsibility on your hosts to give you the best of their time and history.

 Useful Rotorua Resources

 

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Rotorua, New Zealand is a popular tourist destination known for its local Maori culture and geothermal earth forces. It is a perfect blend of the old and the new, where the unassuming Maoris and modernized versions of Rotorua offer a visual feast. The place is rich in history and culture, and stories of legends and famous personalities who walked the land abound.

The land is synonymous with thrills and adventure, and tourists can indulge in many activities, including bungee jumping, paragliding, mountain climbing, nature trails, golfing, trout fishing, and leisure forest walks. Rotorua also flaunts natural assets like sixteen lakes and exciting biking trails through the mountains.

Several spas offer complete rejuvenation and relaxation of mind, body, and soul. Rotorua has many star-graded eateries and lodging options, and travel agents help visitors access great package deals inclusive of sightseeing tours and bed-and-breakfast.

The people of Rotorua are very hospitable and ever-ready to lend a helping hand, which adds to the overall experience. It is undoubtedly New Zealand’s experience extraordinaire, and the place to be for vacationers seeking a myriad of activities to indulge in. Rotorua, New Zealand is a popular tourist destination known for its local Maori culture and geothermal earth forces. It is a perfect blend of the old and the new, where the unassuming Maoris and modernized versions of Rotorua offer a visual feast. The place is rich in history and culture, and stories of legends and famous personalities who walked the land abound.

The land is synonymous with thrills and adventure, and tourists can indulge in many activities, including bungee jumping, paragliding, mountain climbing, nature trails, golfing, trout fishing, and leisure forest walks. Rotorua also flaunts natural assets like sixteen lakes and exciting biking trails through the mountains.

Several spas offer complete rejuvenation and relaxation of mind, body, and soul. Rotorua has many star-graded eateries and lodging options, and travel agents help visitors access great package deals inclusive of sightseeing tours and bed-and-breakfast.

The people of Rotorua are very hospitable and ever-ready to lend a helping hand, which adds to the overall experience. It is undoubtedly New Zealand’s experience extraordinaire, and the place to be for vacationers seeking a myriad of activities to indulge in.

Rotorua Day Tours & Attractions

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Agroventures Adventure Park

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Welcome to Agroventures - New Zealand's most thrilling adventure playground that boasts not one or two, but FIVE high octane rides that will set your adventurous side alight. The fun began in 1999 with the opening of the world's first commercial sprint boat the Agrojet and was closely followed by Rotorua Bungy, the super body swing Swoop, the Southern Hemisphere’s first wind tunnel Freefall Xtreme and finally the one and only Shweeb!...All of which promise to take you to the edge of your limitations. Situated in the idyllic surroundings of Paradise Valley just 10 minutes north of Rotorua and accompanied by a host of wildlife (foreign and native from Buffalo to ostriches), our picturesque park is the perfect setting for family adventures, team building, school trips or even an exotic picnic. Pick Two activities from the following: Swoop Feel your heart beat as the anticipation increases as your raised 40 meters into t....
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ZORB Sidewinder

[wonderplugin_gallery id="90"]   The experience of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball has been an iconic adventure experience since Andrew and David Akers developed their first operation in Rotorua back in 1997. Visitors are rewarded with spectacular views over Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island as they Superman-dive into the ZORB ball. With a 350 metre long track; this is the world’s longest zig-zag ride. Up to three people can ride in a ZORB ball together, sliding in 40 litres of water (cool in summer, warm in winter) getting speed up on the straights before riding up the sides of the 6 massive corners. Riders must be over 5 years of age. Shorts, t-shirts and towels are available for hire. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
  • You can’t give one or more of your rides to your mates
  • You can’t come back three days, three months, or three years later and try to use your third ride
  • You can’t take a puppy in there w....
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Kawarau Jet

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Welcome to Kawarau Jet, based on the shores of scenic Lake Rotorua, New Zealand. If ever a jet boat ride lived up to its catch-cry of speed, spins and adrenaline, it’s got to be with Kawarau Jet. You’ll only have to look at the smiley faces of passengers who’ve embarked from the big yellow boat to know they’ve had an awesome experience. We offer an endless range of jet boat rides, combining sight seeing and the cultural aspects of the surrounding area with the speed, spins and adrenalin. People of all ages and large groups are welcome to step aboard and cruise with us across the waters of Lake Rotorua. Browse through our site or click here to read more about the different adventure options.....
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Kawarau Jet Parasailing

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Our latest adventure is literally “taking off” . Kjet parasailing is truly a unique experience where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the exhilaration of free flight up to 400 feet and some of the best views in the world.

Launching from the flight deck of our 26 foot Parasail vessel, there is either Tandem or Solo 10-12 minute flights before gently landing back on the deck.

No experience necessary
Minimum age is 12 years
Observers are on board for a small fee
Minimum weight 50 kg and maximum 200 kg
The boat comfortably takes 8-10 people on board at once

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Kawarau Jet SkyJet Combo

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We have combined the “Speed Spins and Adrenalin of Jet Boating and the exhilaration of Parasailing and created the ultimate combo “SkyJet”.

The ultimate combo is “Licensed to Thrill” and provides you with 30 minutes of adrenalin pumping action on Lake Rotorua with the thrills of New Zealand Jet Boating and 10-12 minutes airtime Parasailing to relax and enjoy the exhilaration of free flight and admire the amazing Rotorua scenery.

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Lakeland Queen – Lunch Cruise

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Need a quick getaway mid-day? Well look no further! The Lakeland Queen offers lovely views, delicious food, and wonderful staff—everything you need to feel re-energized for the day ahead! Join us on the Queen for our 1 hour Express Lunch Cruise departing at 1pm daily* including breathtaking views of Mokoia Island Sulphur Bay, and the peaceful sights of Rotorua town. There is plenty of time to enjoy some sweet treats or tea and coffee before heading back to the Lakefront an hour later…..this truly is an experience not to be missed! *Minimum numbers apply....
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Mitai Maori Village

[wonderplugin_gallery id="187"] Mitai Maori Village is situated a 5 minute drive from the centre of town in Rotorua. Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and don’t miss the only opportunity in the Rotorua area to see glow worms in their natural habitat. Be captivated by the displays of weaponry and combat, coupled with the grace and beauty of the poi dance. The Mitai family is proud to have created a sacred and spiritual place that offers an indigenous cultural experience like no other.....
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Paradise Valley Springs

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At Paradise Valley Springs, visitors can interact with a variety of wildlife that is found wild around New Zealand. Animals such as Deer, Pigs, Thar and Wallabies may be hand fed.

See Rainbow and Brown Trout in our crystal-clear pools and wild in the Ngongotaha Stream that winds through our park.
Get up close to friendly farm animals in the lively streamside farmwalk, Alpacas, Goats and Sheep to name a few. View native New Zealand birds, waterfowl on our wetlands and walk-through with our native alpine parrots the Kea.

Taste pure spring water straight from our natural spring, or purchase some of our own bottled 'Paradise Pure' to take away with you.

Experience our elevated rainforest treetops walkway, hidden six metres high amongst bush and huge native trees.

Get close to our Lion pride and check out our exciting Lion feeding at 2.30pm every day. PLUS, come and pat one of our gorgeous Lion Cub....

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Rainbow Springs Kiwi Encounter

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Kiwi Encounter offers unique behind-the-scenes tours of a working kiwi nursery and hatchery. Eggs are brought to us from the wild and when they have hatched, and the kiwis are large enough to protect themselves from predators, they are released back into the wild.

During the tour you will see each of the stages a kiwi chick goes through before being released in to the wild - incubation, hatching and raising.

Kiwi Encounter Behind the Scenes tours operate daily on the hour between 10.00am and 4.00pm.

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Rotorua Canopy Tour

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This is the ONLY native forest zipline canopy tour in New Zealand and it is incredible - it’s high, it’s fun, it’s beautiful, it’s peaceful and you’ll remember it for the rest of your life!! And it’s suitable for almost everyone!! High amongst ancient trees this 3 hour adventure combines fun and excitment with pristine natural beauty. - Small Group, unforgettable Eco Tourism Adventure – this is NOT mass tourism - 2 awesome, highly trained and knowledgeable guides to escort you. - Travel a 1.2 kilometre network of ziplines, swingbridges, treetop platforms and walking trails deep in virgin New Zealand native forest - 6 Zipline/Flying fox flights up to 220 metres long and 40 metres above forest floor - Treetop platforms perched 22 metres up 500 year old trees - Tree to tree swingbridges up to 50 metres long - You will not see any tree, plant or most bird species on any other country on earth - Be part of this i....
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Skyline Gondola & Luge

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Jump on board one of the eight-seater gondola cabins and experience Rotorua’s most spectacular views! Skyline Rotorua’s 900 metre long Doppelmayr cableway system will transport you on a gentle, scenic ride up to the Skyline Rotorua complex. Providing panoramic views of Rotorua City, Lake Rotorua and the surrounding area, Skyline Skyrides is an all weather attraction, and is open every day of the year.

The Luge
The Luge is an exciting ride for all ages. A world 'first' proudly designed and built in Rotorua, the Luge is a fun filled ride on a three-wheel cart. The unique braking and steering system provides the rider full control and allows them to travel as fast or slow as they wish.

Gondola complex open from 9am daily, 365 days of the year. Last gondola departure from top terminal on restaurant closing.

The Skyline Rotorua Luge opens at 9am daily all year round. Closing times vary depending on tim....

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Te Po Maori Concert & Hangi

Te Po is Te Puia's evening cultural experience Te Po is Te Puia's evening cultural experience. It is a feast of storytelling, entertainment and Maori Cuisine.

Experience an authentic Maori welcome - When you visit Te Puia at night, you enjoy an in-depth experience of the customs and traditions of Maori, with a traditional powhiri (Maori welcoming ceremony), a warrior's challenge and a full kapa haka (Maori performing arts) concert.

Enjoy a First-Class Maori Feast

Feeding guests is regarded by Maori as an honour and a sign of a tribe’s mana (standing), so a sumptuous banquet is provided during the evening. This banquet combines contemporary cuisine with a traditional hangi (earth-cooked oven meal), where kai (food) is steam-cooked by hot rocks in the earth, giving it a....
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Volcanic Air Safaris Crater Lakes

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Volcanic Air Safaris is conveniently located at the Rotorua City Lakefront on the shores of Lake Rotorua. Experience the thrill of the helicopter whilst taking in the panoramic views of Rotorua from above plus five major crater lakes including the Blue and Green Lakes. (Flight time approx 15 minutes) (Minimum numbers apply)....
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Volcanic Air Safaris White Island

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Your scenic White Island helicopter flight (from Rotorua) takes you north over Hell’s Gate Thermal Valley to the Pacific Ocean coastline and the active volcano of White Island. Land at the crater’s rim of White Island and spend approximately one hour on a guided walk of this fascinating natural attraction. Experience the volcanic fury of the main White Island crater, view sulphur deposits, and the remains of the old sulphur mine. (Allow 3 hours) (Minimum numbers apply)....
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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

[wonderplugin_gallery id="185"] Thousands of years in the making and nestled within a natural bush setting, walks through this unique volcanic area take between 30 and 75 minutes. The Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily to heights of up to 20 metres. Features include the world famous Champagne Pool and Primrose Terrace as well as hot springs, steaming ground, expansive vistas and huge volcanic craters. The constant bubbling and erupting of the Mud Pool add to your experience at New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic attraction.....
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Waimangu Volcanic Valley

  [wonderplugin_gallery id="186"] Waimangu Volcanic Valley is Rotorua's premier tourist attraction and a ‘must do’ eco-experience when you visit Rotorua. This spectacular thermal attraction showcases unique ecology, rare botany and fascinating geothermal features such as steaming volcanic crater lakes. Frying Pan Lake is the world's largest hot spring and Inferno Crater's incredible blue lake is a photographer's dream. A protected scenic reserve and wildlife refuge, Waimangu Volcanic Valley geothermal park is set in pristine New Zealand bush and encompasses Lake Rotomahana with its own, separate, geothermal system that can only be seen from our boat. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is just 20 minutes south of Rotorua and 40 minutes north of Taupo. Self-guided eco-tours and walks through this geothermal park are offered, from a 45 minute walk to an extended 4 hours of discovery through this amazing Valley, often described by visitors as 'other worldy' and '....
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White Island Day Tour

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White Island Tours

Whakaari / White Island is one of New Zealand’s most active volcanos, situated 48km off the coast of Whakatane in the North Island. In December of 2019 a volcanic eruption occurred at Whakaari / White Island. To ensure the safety of locals and visitors there are currently no boat tours to, or helicopter flights that land on the island. While visitors cannot set foot on the Whakaari / White Island, scenic flights are still available.....
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