Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
Waiotapu is an active geothermal area at the southern end of the Okataina Volcanic Centre, just north of the Reporoa caldera, in New Zealand's Taupo Volcanic Zone. It is 27 kilometres south of Rotorua. Due to dramatic geothermal conditions beneath the earth, the area has many hot springs noted for their colourful appearance, in addition to the Lady Knox Geyser, Champagne Pool, Artist's Palette, Primrose Terrace and boiling mud pools.These can mostly be viewed through access by foot, and in addition to a paid and curated experience, naturally forming hot springs appear around the area. The geothermal area covers 18 square kilometres.
Highlights
Geothermal activity
Regions Visited
Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Wai-O-Tapu is considered to be New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing attraction
Terms and Conditions
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Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Wai-O-Tapu is considered to be New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing attraction. You are introduced to a uniquely different natural landscape – the key to what you see lies below the surface – one of the most extensive geothermal systems in New Zealand. Clearly defined tracks provide the visitor with the opportunity to enjoy the diversity of this area through a series of different walks taking from 30 to 75 minutes or more, each with their own unique volcanic vistas to fascinate all ages.The nature of the reserve being an active volcanic area and the undulating terrain may present some difficulties for people with various disabilities.
Tour Particulars
Duration : Allow 1-2 hours
Departure Location : 201 Waiotapu Loop Rd, RD3, Rotorua Central.
Departure Time : Summer : 8:30am-6:00pm (last admission 4:45pm) Winter : 8:30am-5:00pm (last admission 3:45 pm)
Departure Dates : All year
Pace : Sightseeing
Level of fitness required: Easy
What to bring
Dress for the weather.
Sturdy footwear is recommended. It is NOT a good idea to wear jandals, sandals or flip-flops.
NZD36.00
Price includes
- Guide in case you require.
Cancellation policy
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 45 days or more before the start of the tour, the cancellation fee will be equivalent to the deposit paid
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 30 to 45 days before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 25% of the contract price
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 7 to 30 days before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 50% of the contract price
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 7 days or less before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 100% of the contract price
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