One Way Auckland to Rotorua including Te Puia
Duration
5 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Included
Explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, home to 500+ natural wonders
Watch the famous Pohutu Geyser erupt
Visit Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and National Carving School
Scenic three-hour drive through Bay of Plenty
€ 177.02
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Experience the geothermal wonders of New Zealand on this full-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua, with convenient drop-off at your accommodation in Rotorua CBD. The journey begins with a scenic three-hour drive south of Auckland through the Bay of Plenty, where you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon arrival at Te Puia Geothermal Valley, explore the 60-hectare site that showcases the best of New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural heritage. Discover the world-famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools, and over 500 natural geothermal features. Visit the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, watch expert carvers at the National Carving School, and see native Kiwi birds up close in their live enclosure.
After a day of cultural immersion and natural wonders, the tour concludes with a drop-off at your Rotorua CBD accommodation. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience Rotorua’s geothermal magic without returning to Auckland on the same day. Snacks and water are provided to keep you refreshed during the journey, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience in this iconic New Zealand destination.
Pick Up from Auckland CBD
Water & Snacks
Te Puia Geothermal Valley Admission
Kiwi birds, mud pools, Pohutu Geyser, carving school
Drop off Rotorua CBD
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Wear comfortable clothing for walking recommended
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Activity Provider: Auckland & Beyond Tours
Customer Reviews
ailsa
An absolutely amazing and informative day! As two uk tourists who had never been to a geothermal area, and had only been in NZ for 3 weeks, this was the perfect place to learn about the geothermal activity in the area and how the people there view it. We did the Tuku Iho trail, which was a perfect length of time, we saw everything and getting to eat the sweetcorn cooked in the hot pool was definitely one of the best parts. Paul our tour guide was so great, obviously very passionate and knowledgeable, chatted with us while we walked between sites, and really clear with his descriptions. It’s quite a lot of walking and not too much stopping (although we stopped by the hot pool while cooking/eating for 30 mins, and you could’ve sat for 15 mins while we watched the geysers), so be aware if walking for most of 3 hours would be too much for you. Overall, an amazing day! Would recommend to anyone wanting to see the geothermal stuff as well as learning from someone who’s connected to the area. The park itself is great, lots of info boards to read. The arts building is definitely worth a visit, it’s interesting to learn how their arts are made and to see the culture being supported with new apprentices all the time. Also a great gift shop if that’s something you like! We saw the geysers errupting and the mud pools bubbling away so can’t complain. Not too busy in the park - end of November when we visited.
Jonny
What an amazing experience! Our tour guide Hunter was fantastic and shared loads of interesting information about his people and culture. It was so good to see the arts institute and the people keeping Maori culture alive. The geysers also put on a spectacular show for us, going off multiple times while we were there. We also got to see some Kiwis for the first time! Then in the evening, the buffet was great, especially the Hangi cooked food! Then the cultural performance at the end was incredible. Well worth the money as we had a blast for several hours! Ka pai!
Ed
This was an excellent 2-hour combo experience, which consisted of 3 parts: Māori arts and craft (with an introduction to the different schools and art forms), the valley of the geysers, and the dance performance. We also got to see a kiwi! It was well paced. Informative. The show was spectacular and we had wonderful views of the geysers. Also, the shop had the best NZ souvenir selection we saw in New Zealand.
Shaun
This is a must do if you visit Rotorua. From understanding Māori traditions, craft education, geothermal geysers, and kiwi conservation through to a fantastic cultural experience with song, dance and a haka. And yes if you are lucky you will get to see one of the kiwi birds in their nocturnal house. Our guide Ngahuia was excellent and was passionate about telling her tribe and ancestors story. A fantastic couple of hours. Highly recommend a visit and make sure you book tickets in advance and ones that include the cultural performances. Afterwards we visited the Pataki Kai cafe for a panini and drinks. Nice end to the visit.
Ciara
We did the Te Pu combo and what an incredible experience! Well worth it! The guided tour to see the Kiwis and the Gysers was a brilliant start, then the buffet dinner was absolutely delicious, such a range of food to cater to all tastes and dietary preferences! The cultural display was stunning, so interesting to learn immersively about the Māori culture. Then onto the Gyers and light show at the end, which was a stunning end to a wonderful evening. This honestly is a do not miss