Lake Rotoiti Guided Hot Pools Kayak Trip
Overview
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5 hours
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Join us for a guided Kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti.
This amazing spot is situated right on the lake edge and only accessible by boat.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please bring swimwear, shorts and a towel
Maximum of 20 people
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Full training
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Department of Conservation concession fees
Professional guide
All specialist equipment
Use of Kayak rental
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Towels can be hired for NZ$2.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Join us for a guided Kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti. On arrival at our base we will get you kitted up in the paddling gear before a short drive to the lake. After a paddle and safety brief we paddle across scenic Lake Rotoiti to this amazing spot only accessible by boat. Situated right on the lake edge there are a range of hot pools of varying temperatures all fed from a natural hot spring. Paddling time is usually around 1 hour each way, with time to relax and enjoy the hot pools or swim in the lake before enjoying a leisurely return paddle. During the paddle your guide will tell you some of the history of the area and some local Maori legend’s, we also have the option of visiting a cave where you may be able to glimpse a couple of glow worms.
Options
Summer
Guided Hot Pools Kayak Trip
Pickup included
Apr 22, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
Various Hotels & Motels: Complimentary transfers from central Rotorua commercial accommodation
Pickup included
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
QIAN Z,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend this tour. Fantastic activities with all fun along the paddle to reach to the beautiful geothermal pools and an extra to visit the cave of the glow worm. Our tour guider Justin who helps and demonstrates us about all kayak gears we needed and skill of the paddle. and he is a story teller. We learned lot of the local history and love story.
Flexible, fun staff and amazing experience, thank you Lenny and Dave
Daniel F,
Dec 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00Yesterday, my wife and I had to adjust our plans due to weather and instead of kayaking we went on the rafting tour w the same company. Justin was very patient throughout the process of helping us get the plans adjusted. Overall, the staff did a great job and were extremely engaging the whole trip. The rapids and waterfalls were intense, but both Lenny and Dave made us both feel at ease throughout, even though we capsized over the big falls 😂. My wife has been whitewater rafting over a dozen times and this one was BY FAR her favorite experience.
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