Te Manaroa Spring Eco Walk

Experience the power and wonder of New Zealand’s geothermal landscape as you explore the Te Manaroa Spring Eco Trail, a natural walkway leading to the country’s largest single source of boiling water. This scenic trail invites you into the living waters of Waikite Valley, where steam, mineral-rich flows, and dynamic geothermal features reveal the raw energy beneath the land.

Discover an educational journey that blends geological spectacle with rare botanical life, guiding you along the Otamakokore Stream toward the dramatic Te Manaroa Spring. As you walk, you will encounter unique calcite formations and learn about specialised ferns and mosses found only in select geothermal areas of the southern Rotorua region, making this trail both informative and visually captivating.