Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

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4.8

124 reviews

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Overview

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Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience!

A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud pools, hot springs, silica terraces, New Zealand's natural bush and a very rare thermal cave. Said to be "Arguably the Best Thermal in New Zealand".

The attraction is a self guided walk of 2.5kms and takes between 1 and 1.5 hours to complete. Open 365 days of the year (including Christmas Day) from 8m through to 4:30pm. A short return ferry trip to the attraction is included and runs on demand.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Children must be accompanied by an adult

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

Return ferry rides on demand

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Self guided tour

Food and drinks

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Guide - this tour is completely self-guided

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Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

Operated by Orakei Korako Cave Thermal Park

Reviews

4.8

124 reviews

104

A wonderful solo tour
Malgorzata N,
Dec 15, 2024
5.0
Great. You can be there by yourself, no guide, no group. You can walk and admire what you see. Amazing.
Great park and self pace is a plus
Rob B,
Nov 22, 2024
5.0
The park is really a nice experience. The people were great and we loved going thru the sites at our pace.
Great experience and not crowded
Cynthia C,
Apr 20, 2024
5.0
Wonderful people at the visitor center! Super remote area - ensure you have proper transportation there and back. Enjoyed our time here even in the rain!
Gem on road less traveled
Daniel A,
Apr 6, 2024
5.0
A gem on the road less travelled. We went to other geothermal offerings, but this was the best. Up close and immersive experience at your own pace.
less touristy can be tiring
Ian K,
Mar 30, 2024
4.0
Very different experience to thermal pool site previously visited. Less touristy a good alternative to the Rotarua site. Small cafe onsite but be warned no toilets on explore site. The crossover by boat provides a good view of the area. The site is self explore so you can take aslong as you want the norm seems to be 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Not the is quite a bit of walking quite a bit up and down slopes which can be tiring. Take your time. We are both 68 and managed but it's a good workout.