Rotorua is a fairly small town, but it has a huge amount of activities to choose from! So to make it easier for you, here’s our favorite things to do during the winter time.. Even when it seems winter time is too cold to try certain outdoor activities – you’ll be surprised how much fun you can still have!
We’re here to give you some exciting ideas of things to do in Rotorua this winter so that you’ll never be bored again!
Love nature? Enjoy the famous cliff walk and go swinging through the tree canopy on a zipline with Rotorua Canopy Tours. There are two different tour options to choose from, and they are both any nature lover’s dreams. Experience Rotorua in all its glory from above!
Did you know that the creators of the famous ZORB balls are from New Zealand, and the original ZORB park is based right here in Rotorua? At ZORB, you’ll get to choose from many different ZORB activities that are not just for children but aimed at adults too. The park certainly will provide hours of fun!
While Skyline Rotorua are well known for their sky rides in sky gondolas, they offer a lot more than just that! On top of the magnificent views that you get to see of Rotorua, you also get the opportunity to experience luge rides, a mountain bike park, ziplines, a sky swing, shopping experiences, and so much more. Definitely worth the visit!
Are you an avid mountain biker? Whether you’re a pro or just like to peddle around from time to time, Planet Bike has an option for you!
The Rotorua area provides immense amounts of forests and natural beauty that are ideal for exploring on bike trails. Planet Bike offers various mountain biking adventures for you, and believe us when we say that this is an experience you’ll never forget!
We’ve saved the best till last! Amongst all other activities, the rafting and natural hot pool experience offered by the rafting professionals at Kaituna Cascades should not be missed! Rafting may not sound like a typical winter activity, but Kaituna Cascades provides you with everything you need to stay warm during your rafting session, and at the end, you get to enjoy the magnificent hot pools!
Interested in the Kaituna Cascades rafting experience? Please feel free to get in touch with us today at +64 27 276 5457
This was a great couple bonding experience that took us both to the edge of our comfort zones. Could not speak highly enough of the professionalism of the guiding team - yet making the whole experience one of such fun.
MY FAVOURITE EXPERIENCE IN NZ SO FAR. TOOK THE 9AM TOUR TODAY AND ALREADY CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK. THE RAFTING WAS SO MUCH FUN AND THE TOUR GUIDES ARE HILARIOUS. NEVER FELT IN ANY DANGER JUST ENJOYED THE RIDE! WOULD RECOMMEND TO ANYBODY. I WENT AS A SOLO TRAVELLER AND IT WAS STILL REALLY ENJOYABLE.
Brilliant! We had heaps of fun. Guides were friendly and made us feel safe and comfortable. Highly recommended to all!
Fantastic outfit. The crew were cheeky as but super professional. We felt safe throughout the entire experience. 11/10 and a big shoutout to Rob for being a GC.
White water rafting at its best. Wonderful guides. A must do when in or around Rotorua. Felt safe, but had the best time.
Great experience! Made me feel safe when I was scared!! You the m san Owen! So glad I did it. It is beautiful!
The guide, Sam, went out of his way to make the trip as fun and exciting as possible. The whole team were friendly and inclusive.
Cole was a really good guide, talked us through everything and had a good laugh. The water was nice, not cold at all. They provide wetsuits, footwear, helmets, life jackets and polo fleeces. Worth the money and would do it again. Recommend going in a group so that you can split the cost of photos.
Unbelievable experience rafting the 7m waterfall this morning! Even more fun when the boat flipped!! Highly recommend! Great fun and great instructors!! Shout out to Pete From the Irish girls.
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