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Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour – 7hrs

4.7(28 reviews)
7 hours
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Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour – 7hrs
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About This Tour

Leaving Tauranga you head south through rolling farmland and forestry, past Lake Rotorua and on to the magical Waimangu Valley where your guide will take you through the world’s youngest geothermal valley. Starting at the head of the valley you will wind your way down the 4 klm walk, passing a range of geothermal activity, hot springs, volcanic craters, and wildlife. Some highlights to look out for include the world's largest hot spring, and the brilliant blue Inferno Crater. The trails ultimately lead you down to the lake, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing 45 minute cruise around the tranquil waters of Lake Rotomahana. On the cruise, you'll encounter stunning geothermal activity only accessible by boat, as well as rare native birdlife, and stunning views across the lake at the imposing Mount Tarawera. You can also listen to the onboard commentary of the historic stories of the lake, and hear about the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption that covered and destroyed the pink and white terraces.

Photo Gallery

Cathedral Rocks

Cathedral Rocks

Waimangu Valley

Waimangu Valley

Waimangu Valley

Waimangu Valley

Lake Rotomahana

Lake Rotomahana

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What's Included

Tauranga port pickup and drop-off
4 km guided walk through the valley
Modern, air-conditioned vehicle
45-minute boat ride on Lake Rotomahana
Entry into Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Expert local driver/guide with live commentary

What's Not Included

Lunch or refreshments
Gratuities
Swimming or water activities

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meeting Point

Please meet at the WICKED WANDERS sign board on the grassy mound opposite the port gates.

Special Instructions

Thank you for booking with Wicked Wanders Tours. ***PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOU HAVE BOOKED THE CORRECT DATE, TIME AND PICKUP LOCATION*** If you have any specific questions or requirements regarding your booking with us that is outside of pick-up location and food allergies etc, please contact us directly via email or direct message so we can action it in a timely manner. When we are busy, we may not be able to check the booking notes until the days leading up to your tour and by then it may be too late to accommodate your request. IMPORTANT: You will receive an automated reminder three weeks prior to your travel date with all the information regarding where to meet on the day, as well as a confirmed departure time for the tour which may differ to the time on your original booking. Please look for this. If you book less than three weeks prior to your travel date, we will still manually send you the meeting information. CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: If you are traveling by cruise ship it is important we have a contactable phone number or email address that we can reach you on if anything changes. We appreciate that you may not want to pay for internet on the ship but at the very least you must regularly check your messages while ashore. We take no responsibility in the unlikely event that things change last minute, and we cannot contact you. If you are starting your cruise in New Zealand, we recommend you purchase a prepaid New Zealand SIM card before boarding and notify us of the number. Thank you and happy holidaying.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

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Guest Ratings

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4.7

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