Rotorua Elite Tour: Explore Waimangu and Wai O Tapu for Surreal Geothermal Discoveries

Embark on an elite adventure in Rotorua, exploring the surreal geothermal wonders of Waimangu and Wai O Tapu. Discover colorful geothermal features, witness the Lady Knox geyser eruption, and explore the youngest geothermal ecosystem in the world.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Embark on an enchanting adventure to Wai O Tapu Thermal Wonderland, one of the most extraordinary and dynamic geothermal parks globally, situated just 20 minutes from Rotorua’s central business district.
    Participants will enjoy a guided tour of Wai O Tapu for about 45-60 minutes, exploring its vibrant and distinctive…
What's Included
  • Hotel transfer service included
  • Experienced local guide
  • Professional driver/guide for your safety
  • Enjoy live commentary during the tour
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on a small-group morning tour from Rotorua to discover two premier geothermal parks: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
Be picked up between 8-8:30 AM. Visit New Zealand’s largest boiling mud pool, followed by a 1-hour guided tour of Wai-O-Tapu’s vibrant hot springs.
Experience the eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser at 10:15…

Location
Rydges Rotorua
Tryon Street
Please wait outside the Rydges hotel entrance at 8:30 AM. There's plenty of free parking available in and around the back of the hotel.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Aleksandrt759
Jul 19, 2025
Incredible and Surreal Experience - Our tour guide, Clint, was amazing! He knew so much about the environment, science, and culture of Rotorua. It was an incredible experience and the views at Waiotapu, the Lady Knox Geyser, etc. were surreal. It felt like we were on another planet! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and anyone considering travel to Rotorua needs to have this on their itinerary. 😁
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943ad_laj
Jul 18, 2025
Unforgettable experience with excellent guide. Thank you! - The tour was excellent, we loved and really enjoyed it. The vulcanic and geothermal parks are very nice. I would really recommend a visit. The guide was very nice and he knew a lot about the parks and Maori culture.
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Simon_c
Jul 16, 2025
A must for Rotorua! - What an amazing experience. Great guide, great itinerary. A fun, informative tour. Should definitely do if you visit Rotorua!
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Francisco_n
Jul 14, 2025
Beautiful half day visiting Waimangu and Wai O Tapu - I am glad I was able to fit this tour of Waimangu and Wai O Tapu on my last day in Rotorua as both of these areas were a highlight of my time in this city. Our tour guide was terrific in explaining what we were seeing around both of these sites, and was engaging to listen to. Definitely sign up for this tour when visiting Rotorua.
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Barbarajz4028qt
Jul 9, 2025
Another world! - Clint gave us a wonderful tour of the amazing geothermal wonders just outside Rotorua! Bubbling cauldrons, spouting geysers, black holes. He was full of fascinating facts about the geology and Maori culture....a great morning!
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Culture59704938870
Jul 5, 2025
Thank you Clint - Clint is a super nice tour guide. He is experienced and provided a lot of information during the tour which makes our experience fruitful.
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John_y
Jun 21, 2025
Beautiful scenery and great guide - Beautiful geysers, lakes, volcanos, and wildlife ... It couldn't get any better... Except with the amazingly knowledgeable and friendly guide!
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Noah_g
Jun 4, 2025
Great tour! - A very exciting tour our guide told us a lot of interesting things and was very nice! The group was very small, so the tour was also very pleasant. Very well organized and you could see a lot, take a lot of photos and learn a lot. Very nice, highly recommended!
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Angeline
May 19, 2025
Experience to do - Memorable experience, beautiful scenery, reliable service provider, punctual, attentive and very kind, I highly recommend.
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Thomasn3364
May 12, 2025
Best of.... Must have🤩 - Just top class! Both the Clint guide and the tour itself are unique 🥰. The scope of the tour was perfectly chosen for the planned time.
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From $119
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).