Whaka Geothermal Trails Self-Guided Tour | 30 minutes to 1 hour

37 Reviews | Rotorua
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Whaka Geothermal Trails Self-Guided Tour
2 Adults x $23.35
$46.70
Approx Total
$46.70

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Whakarewarewa Entry Ticket

Overview

Our new geothermal nature trails provide exclusive access to an untouched geothermal landscape where visitors can experience the raw nature of Papatuanuku (mother-earth). The Jurassic park-like landscape is described as providing regenerative powers as you find yourself face-to-face with Nature, Hot Spring Lakes, Mud Pools, Geysers and native manuka bushlands.

Meeting points

17 Tryon street, Whakarewarewa

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

    The trails are self-guided walks ranging between 30 and 60 minutes and suitable for people with a low level of fitness. These trails combine views of native ferns, edible plants and eerie glimpses of our unique geothermal landscape, including colourful steaming lakes and thermal pools that you can only view at Whakarewarewa. You will definitely find a most memorable photo-snap opportunity for your social media profile! The Whaka Geothermal Trails will be an ongoing reserve development as we open new areas to be discovered. PLEASE NOTE: The times set for this self-guided tour are the last entry times, you may enter anytime from 9am through to 4pm.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

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  • 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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3.6

37 reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 17 reviews with 5 stars

Natural beauty

Published on Mar, 2024

Visited the village whilst in Rotarua and it was a real gem. The village is home to the geothermal springs and the hot bubbling mud pools. The people working here are very friendly. There are a number of options when visiting such as a self guided trail and a guided tour also there is a cycle trail. There is a cultural show also which was highly enjoyable. Highlight to us was a personal one where we had our photo taken with a photo from my wife's mother at the same place from 70 years ago.

Great Experience

Published on Feb, 2024

The village was very welcoming and showed my friends and I a lot about the culture. Being a tourist in a foreign country can be intimidating, but the people here made sure we felt welcomed. I would highly recommend visiting the village to get a true New Zealand experience.

Overall a really great experience for us.

Published on Feb, 2024

The self guided was great as we could take our time enjoying the geothermal sights. Well worth the price too. The car park can fill up so you may need to wait for a spot to free up.

Great time!

Published on Jan, 2024

Rah was a great driver and entertainer. Very informative tour. Good food and great entertainment. The Maori village experience was great!

Wonderful self-guided experience

Published on Dec, 2023

Great self guided tour around the hot mud pools and springs. The way that the geothermal wonders were integrated into everyday life of the local iwi was impressive!

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