Rotorua Travel Information


Rotorua New Zealand, Bubbling mud pools


Rotorua is situated in the North Island of New Zealand about 3 hours Southeast of Auckland and just above Lake Tekapo.

Rotorua is famous for its bubbling mud and volcanic craters, this can be enjoyed at any of the thermal areas. You will be blown away by the power and energy of the thermal areas with 2 main geothermal geysers erupting daily.

There are a wealth of things to do and see including fishing on beautiful lakes or by clear backcountry streams, bush and lake walks, some only 5 minutes drive from the central city. Soaking in hot water is one thing locals are famous for. Rotorua is lucky enough to have a variety of hot springs popping out of the ground.

Rotorua is the only known place in the world where you can Zorb. Zorbing is basically rolling downhill in a big plastic ball.
Luging is another of Rotorua's fastpaced activities that can be enjoyed by everyone. Not only do you have an exciting ride down Mt Ngongotaha but you can also view the spectacular scenery.


Rotorua Attractions:

Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland - Visitors can walk at their own pace and absorb the unique features including the world famous champagne pool, geysers, bubbling mud, steaming ground, expansive vistas, huge volcanic craters and sinter terrace formations. The natural bush setting adds another dimension to the experience.
Zorb Rotorua - Roll downhill cushioned inside a huge inflated ball which travels speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour! Revolutionary! Try it harnessed inside Dry Zorb or loose inside Wet Zorb. At the Agrodome, 5 minute drive from Rotorua centre.
Agrodome - A 160 hectare working-sheep-and-cattle-farm with 1,200 sheep and 120 beef cattle. Agrodome gives international visitors to New Zealand an extra ordinary, real hands-on, live experience of farming and a total interaction with our commercially farmed animals such as sheep, goats, cattle, deer, alpacas and ostriches, plus the world famous sheep show!
Paradise Valley Springs, Rotorua - Award winning Wildlife Park, set in a natural Valley amongst 50 acres of native New Zealand bush. Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park is home to a variety of Trout, Giant Eels, Thar (goats), Wallabies, native Kune Kune pigs, and more! At Paradise Valley Springs you can get up close to feed some of the wildlife in their natural habitat.
Tongariro National Park - New Zealand's oldest national park and, as of 1990, a World Heritage Area in recognition of its outstanding natural and cultural features. It is a place of extremes and surprises that will make you ponder your own diminutive reality.


Rotorua Transport

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