Te Puia Geothermal Valley Experience
Rotorua's Te Puia Thermal Reserve - We like to think we're in control but a wander through this reserve will soon have you rethinking things. Mother Nature has got us firmly by the reins here with an impressive array of mud pools, boiling hot springs and gushing geysers. New Zealand prides itself as one of the few countries in the world with an incredibly wide range of natural resources and wonderful attractions.
Starting in Auckland travel though the picturesque coastal region of the Bay of Plenty and on to the famous geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, where Maori culture abounds During the trip south, you will encounter stunning scenery, great photo opportunities, beautiful mountains and see several different farm animals and will also pass through the the stunning Fitzgerald Glade to visit most popular tourist destinations of Rotorua's historical government gardens, thermal springs and therapeutic world famous Polynesian spa.
per adult from
$294
NZDDuration
10 hours
Pickup
Hotel pickup available
Voucher
Mobile ticket
What's included :
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
- Complimentary refreshments and water on board
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation
- Entry to full day pass at Te Puia with steamed lunch box
- Access to Wi-Fi on board for a small surcharge
- Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops
- Sightseeing historical government gardens, thermal springs and Polynesian spa
- Plenty of time in a landscape of steaming thermal waters
- Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser
- Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools
- A captivating experience of the Whakarewarewa thermal wonderland
- New culinary experience with a traditional cooking session
- Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land
- Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece
- Entry/Admission - Te Puia
What's excluded :
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Government Gardens, Queens Dr 9 Queens Dr, Rotorua New Zealand
Originally known as Paepaehakumanu Motutara, today Government Gardens include facilities for bowls, croquet, petanque and golf.
There are many points of interest including the Arawa Soldiers Memorial, geothermal features including the Rachael Spring and Malfroy geyser and a number of buildings of historic interest.
Rotorua District Council also operates a nursery in the Gardens, supplying flowers, shrubs and trees for the many public gardens and reserves around the district.
Rotorua Museum, the Blue Baths, the Klamath Falls Rose Gardens, Te Runanga Tearooms and Band Rotunda are all located in the Government Gardens.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Te Puia, Hemo Road, Rotorua New Zealand
Explore Te Puia’s unique Whakarewarewa geothermal valley home to the world famous Pohutu Geyser, which erupts up to twenty times a day, and up to thirty metres high into the air. Explore the boiling mud pools and the boiling waters which are still used to cook in. The tradition of guiding in the Whakarewarewa geothermal valley extends for generations. Te Puia is a must-do activity in Rotorua, and a day tour of Te Puia is the best way to experience this top visitor attraction in New Zealand. Discover the distinctive flavours and unique preparation of our traditionally cooked Maori hangi. This experience includes an extended tour of Te Puia, an interactive weaving experience, plus a traditionally cooked steam box lunch to enjoy in front of Pohutu Geyser. In an authentic Hangi make your choice from a selection of prepared food including chicken, corn, kumara, pumpkin, potato, cabbage, watercress, and gourmet bread stuffing.
Duration: 3 hours Departure Point :
Grand Mercure Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offeredDeparture Time :
6:30 AMReturn Detail :
Returns to original departure pointHotel Pickup :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Please bring a warm jacket, sensible footwear and your camera!
- Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking
- Licensed bar available, drinks available for purchase at additional cost
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Age Req.
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Fitness Req.
None
Group Size
11
Organised by ExperienceKart
Activity ID: V-168163P57
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