Waimangu Volcanic Valley - Visitor Options
"It was mostly pouring with rain the day we went, but it was still absolutely breathtaking. Some good walking involved but worth it for all the natural beauty. Did the cruise which takes in some great geothermal sites. All in all, a great morning's outing." (Reviewed on Tripadvisor January 2012)
Prime Rotorua tourist attraction, Waimangu Volcanic Valley, offers guided tours through spectacular geothermal activity in the world's youngest geothermal system. We have some of the best walking trails in Rotorua, so put us at the top of your list of things to see and do while in Rotorua. Take your choice from our range of sight-seeing tours and nature walks through pristine New Zealand bush. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to wonderful plant and bird life, thermal hot springs, steaming cliffs, volcanic craters and many more geothermal features.
Relax on a cruise of beautiful Lake Rotomahana and view the activity of its own separate geothermal system, or take a combination of walk and cruise.
Click through to our Interactive Map and take a virtual walk through the valley.
Your experience includes FREE guide and fact sheets in many languages, available from our Visitor Centre.
Walking & Hiking Self Guided Tours and Boat Cruise
Departing from the Waimangu Volcanic Valley Visitor Centre |
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| Walking & Hiking |
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| Our self-guided, eco-focused walking or hiking tours are from 45 minutes to over 4 hours, depending on the trail you choose to take. Your journey takes you through spectacular geothermal activity in the world's youngest geothermal system... |
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| Boat Cruise |
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| See the wonders of Waimangu Volcanic Valley from the comfort of a boat. Enjoy a cruise on sparkling Lake Rotomahana, a lake with its own separate geothermal system, with some amazing thermal activity only viewable by boat... |
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| Walk & Boat Cruise Combo |
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| Take one of our nature walks or an invigorating hike to explore other-worldly geothermal landscapes, steaming craters and more, then relax and enjoy a lake cruise, discovering astounding sights only accessible by our boat... |
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Guided Tours
We offer 3 distinctive Guided Tours for individual travellers or groups.
Tours include transfers to and from your Rotorua accommodation. |
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| The Waimangu Experience |
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| A three quarter-day guided tour that includes morning tea, a visit to Waimangu Volcanic Valley (walking or hiking trails), a Lake Rotomahana Boat Cruise and lunch... |
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| Geothermal Wonderland |
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| A half-day guided tour that includes the sights and sounds of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley walking trails or hiking tracks and a visit to the nearby Waiotapu Geothermal Park... |
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| Volcanoes & Rainforests |
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| This full day guided tour includes a trip to Whirinaki Rain Forest, a journey through Waimangu Volcanic Valley and a Boat Cruise on Lake Rotomahana. Lunch is also included... |
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