Full Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu walking & hiking tour. Follow gentle graded track or rugged hiking trails through the geothermal valley, and take in top natural attractions like Frying Pan Lake, the World's largest hot spring, and the stunning blue Inferno Crater Lake.
The trails head down to Lake Rotomahana, where you'll board your geothermal boat cruise. Learn about the history of the lake and the famous Pink and White Terraces, and see geothermal lakeside features like spouting geysers and steaming cliffs and fumeroles.
The valley is serviced by a free shuttle bus service, so you can walk as much or as little as you want, and return up to the visitor centre by bus after your cruise.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair access is limited. We only recommend it for confident and experienced wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
45 Minute Lake Rotomahana Boat Cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
Internal Shuttle Bus
Admission Fee for Self-Guided Walk
Guide Sheet
Alcoholic Beverages
(Available to purchase)
What To Expect
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu walking & hiking tour. Follow gentle graded track or rugged hiking trails through the geothermal valley, and take in top natural attractions like Frying Pan Lake, the World's largest hot spring, and the stunning blue Inferno Crater Lake. The trails head down to Lake Rotomahana, where you'll board your geothermal boat cruise. Learn about the history of the lake and the famous Pink and White Terraces, and see geothermal lakeside features like spouting geysers and steaming cliffs and fumeroles. The valley is serviced by a free shuttle bus service, so you can walk as much or as little as you want, and return up to the visitor centre by bus after your cruise.
Lake Rotomahana
The trails head down to Lake Rotomahana, where you'll board your geothermal boat cruise. Learn about the history of the lake and the famous Pink and White Terraces, and see geothermal lakeside features like spouting geysers and steaming cliffs and fumeroles.
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Full Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very majestic views, a...
Linda F,
Mar 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very majestic views, a steep walk so go in suitable footwear and take a walking pole if you have any mobility issues. The path at the bottom divides and it is not clear which way to go but you end up at the same place anyway.
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