With an incredible, unique landscape created by geothermal activity, Rotorua is one of the most stunning tourist destinations in New Zealand.
Whether travelling on your own, with friends or family, the amount of things to see and do makes Rotorua a perfect day out for anybody. Here are just some of the things you can get up to when you visit Rotorua.
Whether you’re visiting for a day out or you’re taking an extended vacation, many adventure activities in Rotorua will give you and your loved ones lifelong memories.
Head to Kaituna Cascades to enjoy one of the most beautiful and unique whitewater rafting experiences in the world.
Travelling down the Kaituna River, you’ll ride down wild rapids and 3 waterfalls including the Tutea Falls, the highest rafted waterfall in the world.
Whether you’re a seasoned rafter or you’re doing it for the first time, whitewater rafting in the Kaituna River is an unforgettable experience that’s not to be missed.
Māori culture is an integral part of Rotorua, and you can experience this yourself at Te Pa Tu and Mitai Māori Village. Enjoy demonstrations of Māori culture while taking in Rotorua’s stunning natural beauty.
For a calmer experience on the water, consider a kayak tour of Lake Rotoiti or a trip on Lake Okareka, which includes an adventure into a glow worm cave.
Rotorua is famous for its incredible natural beauty, and one of its finest landmarks is the Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest.
This spectacular redwood forest features multiple tracks and trails that make it suitable for all ages.
For families, the Mokopuna Track is a comfortable track that’s suitable for pushchairs and younger children.
There’s also the Treewalk, where you can walk across bridges high above the redwoods giving you a picturesque birds-eye view of this incredible natural environment.
Rotorua is famous for its geothermal activity, with hotspots all over the area giving you an excellent view of bubbling hot pools and steam rising from lake shores.
After an adventurous day in Rotorua, there’s no better way to relax than by soaking in a hot pool.
Rotorua’s most famous hot pool is the Polynesian Spa, which offers a range of pools (including kid-friendly and adult-only pools) with a stunning view of the surrounding area.
Whitewater rafting is one of the best adventure activities in Rotorua, giving you an unforgettable experience surrounded by stunning scenery. To find out more, visit our website today.
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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