Discovery Tour - Cultural & Geothermal Cruise
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Explore geothermal area at Hot Water Beach
Learn about Maori culture and local history
Relax in crystal-clear natural bush hot pool
Swim in the lake during summer season
Guests begin the experience with an exhilarating water taxi ride across Lake Tarawera, traveling through the Te Ariki Arm to Hot Water Beach. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes and offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding native forest. Along the way, visitors learn about the areas unique Maori cultural history, geothermal features, and diverse ecosystem from their knowledgeable guide. Upon arrival at Hot Water Beach, guests have the opportunity to explore the geothermal area, witnessing natural hot springs and bubbling pools in a beautiful forest setting. This part of the tour combines both educational and scenic experiences, providing insight into the regions natural and cultural significance.
After exploring the geothermal features, guests board the boat again for a short trip along the bush-lined lake edge to the Natural Bush Hot Pool. Here, visitors can spend around 30 minutes relaxing in the crystal-clear tempered waters, enjoying the unspoiled native forest environment, or taking a refreshing swim in the lake. The total duration of the tour is approximately two hours. Guests are advised to bring comfortable walking shoes, drinking water, swimming togs and a towel, a camera, and sunscreen. Travel is provided in an all-weather boat, and refreshments are available to enhance the overall experience.
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Guests begin the experience with an exhilarating water taxi ride across Lake Tarawera, traveling through the Te Ariki Arm to Hot Water Beach. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes and offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding native forest. Along the way, visitors learn about the areas unique Maori cultural history, geothermal features, and diverse ecosystem from their knowledgeable guide. Upon arrival at Hot Water Beach, guests have the opportunity to explore the geothermal area, witnessing natural hot springs and bubbling pools in a beautiful forest setting. This part of the tour combines both educational and scenic experiences, providing insight into the regions natural and cultural significance.
After exploring the geothermal features, guests board the boat again for a short trip along the bush-lined lake edge to the Natural Bush Hot Pool. Here, visitors can spend around 30 minutes relaxing in the crystal-clear tempered waters, enjoying the unspoiled native forest environment, or taking a refreshing swim in the lake. The total duration of the tour is approximately two hours. Guests are advised to bring comfortable walking shoes, drinking water, swimming togs and a towel, a camera, and sunscreen. Travel is provided in an all-weather boat, and refreshments are available to enhance the overall experience.
- Water taxi across Lake Tarawera
- Hot Water Beach geothermal area
- Time at Natural Bush Hot Pool
- Gratuities
Weather appropriate clothing
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses & Sunscreen
Water bottle
Lunch
Camera
Swimming costume and towel
- Travelers with Limited mobility impairments
- Travelers prone to seasickness
- Travelers with aquaphobia
- Families with children
- Adventure seekers
- Couples
- Groups of friends
- Seniors and mature travelers
- Physically fit travelers
Bookings are essential for this experience
Moderate walking fitness recommended
Weather may affect water taxi operation
Children should be supervised at all times
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Activity Provider: Totally Tarawera