Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This one-day tour is designed for private travellers on a luxury vehicle with return transfers from Auckland to explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and place. Visit Te Puia, one of Rotorua's top attractions. A place where mud pools bubble, boil, and geysers shoot steam high into the air. See two iconic native New Zealand kiwi birds in the Kiwi House and viewing enclosure. Experience traditional food Hangi buffet lunch infused with indigenous flavours and an authentic and traditional Māori concert, a truly wonderful New Zealand cultural experience for all the family and continue to enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of active geothermal sites at Wai-O-Tapu thermal wonderland.
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Private transportation
Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
Visit the thermal wonderland of Wai-O-Tapu and witness its unique volcanic features
Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece
Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
Air-conditioned vehicle
Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
Carry on past the Champagne Pool, a bubbling hot spring famed for its brilliant orange rim
Find a spot with the perfect mix of hot and cold temperatures, a truly magical experience
Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools
WiFi on board
Captivating experience of the Whakarewarewa geothermal wonderland
Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
Admission to 90 minutes self-guided walk at Wai-o–Tapu thermal wonderland
Admission to traditional Māori cultural performance
Walk through a surreal lunar-like environment to witness the volcanic wonders
Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops
Hangi Buffet Lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
All Fees and Taxes
Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land
Spot the iconic New Zealand kiwi bird at the nocturnal house
Admission to fully guided tour and hangi buffet lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
Breakfast
Dinner
Departure Point
8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Traveler pickup
137-147 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
107 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Auckland Intl Airport, Auckland Central, New Zealand
Auckland Central, Auckland Central, New Zealand We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request. 15 minutes
Bombay Hills, Waikato 2472, New Zealand The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.
2189 Gordonton Road, Taupiri 3791, New Zealand We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
15 minutes
Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings, Tirau, New Zealand We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings. 10 minutes
Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand Situated five minutes from central Rotorua, Te Puia is an iconic destination for visitors featuring the world-famous Pōhutu geyser, boiling mud pools, Māori cultural performances, live Kiwi birds, native bush and the national school of wood carving and weaving. Feel the warm welcome of Māori guides from the moment you walk into Te Puia past the twelve monumental carvings, Te Heketanga a Rangi reaching skywards. Explore Te Puia’s unique Whakarewarewa geothermal valley, home to the world-famous Pōhutu Geyser, which erupts up to twenty times a day, and up to thirty metres high into the air. Explore the boiling mud pools and the boiling waters which are still used to cook in. The tradition of guiding in the Whakarewarewa geothermal valley extends for generations. Discover the distinctive flavours and unique preparation of our traditionally cooked Māori hangi. This experience includes a traditional Māori Hangi buffet lunch infused with indigenous flavours and a Māori concert. 180 minutes
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua, New Zealand Named “One of the 20 Most Surreal Places in the World" by TripAdvisor, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal area. Thousands of years in the making, this stunning landscape is nestled within a natural bush setting through which self-guided walks take between 30 and 75 minutes. The range of geothermal activity is extensive and includes huge volcanic craters formed by collapsing ground, steaming vents, sinter terrace formations, coloured hot and cold water springs among which is the world famous Champagne Pool. 120 minutes
Auckland Central, Auckland Central, New Zealand After an exhilarating fun-filled adventure experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region. 15 minutes
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
Being an active geothermal area with uneven terrain, sturdy footwear is recommended. Jandals, sandals, flip-flops or high heeled shoes are not suitable.
Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
Licensed bar available at Te Puia, drinks available for purchase at an additional cost.
Being an active geothermal area with uneven terrain, sturdy footwear is recommended. Jandals, sandals, flip-flops or high heeled shoes are not suitable.
Easy and good fitness level required.
You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Maycon_O
25 Apr 2023
Guia excelente. Pontual. Local.maravilhoso, paisagens unicas no mundo.. Van limpa e com.lanche. Guia conhecedor de todo trajeto
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