Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland
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11 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the most spectacular volcanic treasures of Rotorua, including a fully guided tour of Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Enjoy lunch at Waiotapu Tavern before continuing on to the multicoloured hot springs of Wai-O-Tapu or another Rotorua attraction of your choosing. Enjoy views of lake Rotorua and the Government Gardens before returning to Auckland before 7pm.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
Driver/guide
Port pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Be guided down this spectacularly lush valley, with multicoloured geothermal lakes and springs. Enjoy views across the lake towards Mt Tarawera volcano. Learn about the devastating effects of its eruption in 1886. Return to the top of the valley via bus before continuing onward with your guide.
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Enjoy a self guided walking tour of the colourful geothermal features of Wai-O-Tapu. Or enjoy another Rotorua attraction of your choosing (e.g. Te Puia). This is at your own expense.
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Volcanic Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An amazing day out looking at geothermal features!
Derilyn F,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an absolutely amazing chance to get up close and personal with New Zealand's geothermal 'hotspots'! It was actually a one person tour for me and Mike, the guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and really broadened my knowledge (including about the types of volcano that make up Auckland). I would thoroughly recommend this trip and might even do it again next time I visit NZ!
Breathtaking and Memorable
Kim K,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00New Zealand capsulated in one tour. We were blown away by the terrain and how lush and green the landscape is. The Rotarua steam springs and plumes of steam was incredible.
Volcanic Valley Hike and Te Puia
Susanne S,
Dec 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00The day startet at 7:20 am and the first stop was the Arapuni Swing Bridge, 152 m log and 54m high with an amazing view over the Waikato river and the rainforest. The next was the Volcanic Valley to go on a walk from Southern Crater to the Lake with the Jetty. It was raining at the beginning , but nevertheless a perfect day for a rainforest walk along the craters, pools and colored terraces. My guide Mike was explaining the plants, birds and the geothermal ecosystem. The last stop was Te Puia with the Maori Art Institute, Kiwi House and geothermal park. It was an amazing day and many thanks to Mike .
Gorgeous geysers and lovely lakes - Waimangu and Waiotapu
Suresh R,
Mar 25, 2024
- Viator
5.00The tour of a very small group of 4 were picked up on time by the guide/driver in a comfortable van for the approximately 11 hour trip to the Volcanic regions. Waimangu with its pristine volcanic lake was our first tour. About 30+ minutes trail took us to the area where the Waimangu geyser erupted in a volcanic activity just over a century back. We came back to the center via a bus. The trail was great with colorful rocks and trees. Second tour stop was the Waiotapu geyser lakes. These were truly astounding with pools with different colors and smell. The town was beautiful too and a reminder that a geyser can potentially open up in your backyard here. Tour guide was friendly and provided excellent support.
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Operated by Voltours Limited