Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand
Overview
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1 hour
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Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic activity, you get to slide around inside the inflatable ball for a new type of thrill. Enjoy the twists and turns as the ball rolls downhill - don't worry it's like a giant water slide, no tumbling involved! Choose from four different runs that promise lots of laughs and fun.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years
Maximum weight per person is 135 kgs or 297 lbs
Please bring swimwear and a towel
This activity does involved some degree of risk and you will be required to accept and sign a risk disclosure document before you take part in the activity.
People who are under the age of 5 or who are pregnant are not allowed to ride
People who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol are not allowed to ride
Not suitable for guests with medical conditions that could be made worse by acceleration, side to side motion, sliding and jumping
People who are 135kgs (297lbs) or over are not allowed to ride
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Use of hot tubs
ZORB rides
Sauna
Free Wifi
Private transportation
Showers
T-shirts, shorts, and a towel rentals for $12.00 (optional)
Go-Pros hired for $50.00 (optional)
SD cards can be purchased for $25.00 (optional)
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Bottled water
What To Expect
Superman dive into a giant inflatable ball and roll down Mt Ngongotaha with ZORB, where the fun will have you laughing uncontrollably. Discover FOUR different ball rolling tracks – the world’s longest zig-zag Sidewinder Track, the smooth ‘n’ fast double Straight Track, and the MEGA Track -the longest, fastest and steepest track in all the land and our newest track PIPELINE which starts off with the twistiest turns and finishes off through a treeline tunnel. The experience of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball has been an iconic adventure experience since Andrew and David Akers invented and developed the first ever ZORB site in the world back in 1997 at this very location! To this day, Rotorua is the ONLY location in New Zealand where you can experience this amazingly fun and bizarre bucket list activity. Do not miss out on this iconic New Zealand invention, where it all began! This activity does involved some degree of risk and you will be required to accept and sign a risk disclosure document before you take part in the activity.
Options
Two Ride combo
Two Rides at ZORB: Two ride combo - One Straight Track and one Sidewinder Track per person
Reviews
313 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome!
Annie R,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome! Everyone loved doing this and wanted to go again. It was ridiculously expensive (cheaper on Viator), but kids were super happy.
Fun for adults and kids
Naomi M,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good fun. You don’t actually tumble, but glide in the water inside the ball so is not a painful and physically demanding experience. Suitable for most ages. Wear your swimmers - but recommend sturdy ones as the friction shifts them a bit. As it is outdoors, if it is windy be prepared you may have to wait until the wind dies down. They offer warm hot tubs down the bottom and at the top of the tides to relax in between goes. In cooler months it can be pretty cold in the wind so don’t neglect bringing your towels.
Flop like a fish
Tracey C,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is adventure at its finest, lots of fun, lots of laughter. The hardest part is doing a superman drive into the ball, or be like me and flop your way in like a fish. Either way your in and that's when the fun really starts.
So much fun
Tom G,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun time. Firstly, staff were legendssss good to chat too. Highly recommend the two person zorb if you don’t mind getting a few knocks and bruises. Waiting in the hot tube in between zorb rides is a nice touch
Amazeballs
Taylor M,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff were so friendly, there were also hot chocolate/coffee available. Made a year round experience with the spas and saunas onsite so that you’re not waiting your turn cold. The water inside the zorb was warm as well. The ride itself was very exhilarating and there were more chill paths you could take as well.
A " must do" in Rotorua.
davidjD3782ZH,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great range of price options for single or multiple descents. The staff were locals and very welcoming. This is must do for a tourist visit to Rotorua. You actually get a soak in a hot tub plus sauna, included in the price!
Fun!
DanR803,
Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We just did one ride (there isn't really that much of a discount for doing multiple). My son and I went together and it was a unique, fun experience. We worried about the cold on this winter day (sunny at least) but it wasn't an issue. Kind of pricey for a brief ride though.
Not LGBTQIA+ friendly
Ileana A,
May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The actual zorbing experience was one of a kind! It was super fun - we did the yellow and red one. Personally I liked the red one better. However there was an encounter with one of the employees who had misgendered the person I was with, did not correct themselves, no apology, and there was no reason to even have misgendered her. This incident left us feeling like this is NOT an inclusive place and if you do fall into the LGBTQIA+ bucket I would not recommend due to discrimination and discomfort.
ZORB Inflatable Ball
Tonya J,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We tried the water ZORB rides, and they were hilarious! Sliding around inside the ball as you tumble down the hill feels like a mix of a water slide, a washing machine, and a rollercoaster all in one. Whether you go solo or with a friend, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear the whole time. There are a few different track options too, so you can mix things up and go again (which we did — totally worth it!).
Great fun!
sabse77,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What fun! We laughed and screamed. It's almost like being on a waterslide, except the ball is around you. In any case, you get wet, but can warm up in the hot pools.
From NZ$95.00
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