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Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

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Overview

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5 hours

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Join a small-group morning tour from Rotorua to explore two top geothermal parks: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley.

Get picked up around 8-8:30 AM. See New Zealand's largest boiling mud pool, then enjoy a 1-hour guided walk through Wai-O-Tapu's colorful hot springs.

Witness the Lady Knox Geyser erupt at 10:15 AM.

Afterward, your guide will explain the 1886 Mt Tarawera eruption in Waimangu Volcanic Valley during another 1-hour guided walk through its active hot springs. Have lunch at Waimangu Cafe around 12 PM (30min) before being dropped off by 1pm.

Please note: Lunch is not include in price

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

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Local guide

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Food and drinks

What To Expect

1

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Prepare for a captivating journey to Wai O Tapu Thermal Wonderland, one of the world's most surreal and active geothermal parks, located just 20 minutes from Rotorua CBD. You will be guided through Wai O Tapu for approximately 45-60 minutes to explore its vibrant and unique landscape before we depart for the majestic Lady Knox Geyser.

1 hour•Admission Included
2

Lady Knox Geyser

Our journey continues to the Lady Knox Geyser, a true marvel that erupts just once a day, precisely at 10:15 AM. Join us to uncover the fascinating story behind her remarkable punctuality!

15 minutes•Admission Included

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Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

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Reviews

4.84

301 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Beautiful scenery and great guide

    John Y,

    Jun 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Beautiful geysers, lakes, volcanos, and wildlife ... It couldn't get any better... Except with the amazingly knowledgeable and friendly guide!

  • Great tour!

    Noah G,

    Jun 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A very exciting tour our guide told us a lot of interesting things and was very nice! The group was very small, so the tour was also very pleasant. Very well organized and you could see a lot, take a lot of photos and learn a lot. Very nice, highly recommended!

  • Great tour and guide from Elite Adventures !

    Andrew C,

    Apr 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Awesome! Clint, the guide, was amazing… knowledgeable and shared so much extra on history, wildlife, fauna and plants as we walked through the parks as well as all the volcanic activity and features - a guide in the truest sense of the word ! A fantastic tour that we strongly recommend !

  • Fantastic tour and Robbie...

    anikabatkin,

    Apr 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic tour and Robbie was a great guide - Very knowledgeable and friendly. Good small group so got to see and hear everything.

  • Great geotherms

    Sara F,

    Apr 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Clint was very knowledgeable. Small group made it easier to interact and quicker for pick ups! Loved the geothermal activity and geyser demo. Walk through volcanic activity interesting. Would have liked longer there. Happy times in rotorua. We would happily book with elite again.

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4.84
301 reviews
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