Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu | 5 hours

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Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu
2 Adults x $107.98
$215.96
Approx Total
$215.96
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Food and drinks

Overview

Departure and Pick-Up: Elite Adventures tours depart from Rotorua at 8:00 AM. Pick-up times are scheduled between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, depending on your accommodation. For exact pick-up times, please refer to the additional information provided. Tour Highlights: 1. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland: - Our journey begins with a visit to Wai-O-Tapu, one of the world's most surreal geothermal locations. You will be guided through a collection of stunning and colourful geothermal features, including the Champagne Pool and the Devil's Bath. 2. Lady Knox Geyser: - Following Wai-O-Tapu, we will proceed to the Lady Knox Geyser, which erupts once daily with remarkable punctuality. 3. Waimangu Volcanic Valley: - Our tour concludes with a visit to Waimangu Volcanic Valley, the youngest geothermal ecosystem in the world. Important Information: - Kindly note that we do not offer pick-ups from the Port of Tauranga.

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Pickup details

We pick up from all Rotorua accommodations within the city limits at the following times. We do not pick up from the port of Tauranga and Auckland Black Swan 8.05 am On the Point 8.05 am Koura Lodge 8.05 am Cosy Cottage 8.05 am Bella Vista 8.05 am Awa hotel 8.05am Red Rock 8.05am Tasman HP 8.10 am Novotel ... 8.10 am Regent 8.10 am Ibis 8.10 am Aura Accommodation 8.15 am Haka house 8.15am Pullman 8.15am Princes Gate 8.15 am Museum 8.15 am YHA treks 8.15 am Lava Lodge 8.15 am Quest 8.15 am Millennium 8.20 am Sudima 8.20 am Rotorua central backpackers 8.20 am Rydges 8.30 am Four canoes 8.25 am Silver Fern 8.25 am Regal Palms 8.25 am Devonwood 8.25 am Capri on Fenton 8.25am Sport of Kings 8.25am Emerald Spa 8.25am Arawa Park Hotel 8.25am Thermal Holiday park 8.30am Red Rock Thermal Hotel 8.05am Rock Solid BP 8.25am Arawa Park Hotel 8.25am Arista 8.25am Thermal oak 8.25am Silver fern 8.25am Kings of Peace 8.25am Distinction 8.30am Read more ▼

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Meeting points

If you are staying outside the Rotorua CBD, you can meet our guide outside the Rotorua Museum at 8.15 am. There is plenty of free parking in the area. The Rotorua Museum is located in the government gardens and is one of New Zealand's most iconic buildings and is impossible to miss. Thank you

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

    Journey to Wai O Tapu, one of the world's most surreal destinations. You will spend approximately 45-60min in the park before departing to the Lady Knox geyser.

    1 hour

  • Lady Knox Geyser

    Our journey will guide you to the Lady Knox geyser who only erupts once a day at 10.15 am. Come along and found out the story behind her punctuality.

    15 minutes

  • Waimangu Volcanic Valley

    We journey to the Jurassic Waimangu valley, the youngest geothermal eco-system in the world. Here we will witness first hand the power and beauty of mother nature and the aftermath of the 1886 volcanic eruption of Mt Tarawera. We spend approximately 90min here, including a 30min lunch break at the scenic Waimangu cafe.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.8

274 reviews

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  • 4 stars
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Great tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu hi-lights!

Published on Feb, 2025

Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu -- Our guide, Trent, was excellent. Both knowledgeable and entertaining. The places we explored were all wonderful and beautiful to visit. Really enjoyed this activity, it was perfect to see all the spots included in a half day tour!

Eco- thermal half day trip

Published on Feb, 2025

Very enjoyable eco-thermal tour. Very impressed with Clive our guide who was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic and we learnt a lot about the thermal and volcanic activity in the area. Clive was very friendly and made sure we saw everything and answered all our questions. We enjoyed our tour of the thermal park , the trip to the geyser and the walk to the volcanic crater. Clive paced the trip perfectly and ensured we all enjoyed the trip.

Incredible!

Published on Feb, 2025

Our tour with Elite was a great experience. Clint and our driver Jane were a perfect pair to guide, narrate and drive us! Loved all the information and the sights awed us. Thank you Elite and Clint and Jane!

Natural wonder and...

Published on Feb, 2025

Natural wonder and beauty! Such an unusual place- geothermal activity amid beautiful flora. We had a wonderful tour guide, Clint, who was very knowledgeable regarding geothermal activity, flora and fauna. He really made the tour interesting. He was also helpful with recommendations on restaurants and shopping for locally sourced products.

Awesome…..The tour guide...

Published on Feb, 2025

Awesome…..The tour guide was very informative and friendly. The tour was fascinating and a very good adventure.

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