Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu hiking tour. Follow rugged hiking trails through the Waimangu region, and take in top natural attractions like Frying Pan Lake, Inferno Crater Lake, and Lake Rotomahana. Trek past the unique craters and steaming geysers, and capture the spectacular scenery on camera. At the end of your hike, return to your starting point via the shuttle bus.
Guide Sheet
Admission Fee for Self-Guided Walk
Air-conditioned vehicle
Internal Shuttle Bus
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Transport to/from attractions
Departure Point
587 Waimangu Road, Bay of Plenty 3073, New Zealand
Come into the Waimangu Visitor Center and see our reception staff
Return Details
587 Waimangu Road, Bay of Plenty 3073, New Zealand
Come into the Waimangu Visitor Center and see our reception staff
Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua, New Zealand Check in at the Waimangu Volcanic Valley and pick up your Wanderer Guide. You may also like to download the free Waimangu App.
Then follow the walking trails through the valley at your own pace. There are a number of different options to take depending on how much time and energy you have. Marvel at the stunning geothermal attractions as you learn about the history and legacy of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley, the Tarawera eruption and the now hidden Pink and White Terraces. 120 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Passenger must provide their own carer.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Andrew_Y
09 May 2025
The best volcanic experience we have done so far. Beautiful scenery and vegetation; fascinating pools, streams and geysers.
Wanderer718892
21 Apr 2025
Amazing view and a rich history of the village and Kiwi bird. If you are allergic to sulphuric stuff bring a mask . Enjoy and have fun . Visit now
Alexandre_B
07 Apr 2025
Nous avons adoré cette visite du parc. Nous étions seuls ou presque à découvrir l’histoire du site et à s’émerveiller devant ces paysages hors du commun. Notre plus belle expérience géothermique à Rotorua! Il faut le faire ce parc
This tour in
North Island
is organized by
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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