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The Rotorua district is located on the southern shore of Lake Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. The district is located 60 kilometres south of Tauranga, 105 kilometres south-east of Hamilton and 82 kilometres north-east of Taupo
Explore and discover Rotorua's fascinating mix of Maori history, tradition and culture combined with its unique geographical features. Surrounded by the unmistakable smell of bubbling sulphuric geysers and mud pools, Rotorua is the geothermal experience of a lifetime and remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in New Zealand.
Rotorua is the country's oldest resort and centre of geothermal activity and is fast becoming known as 'Nature's Spa of the South Pacific'. Rotorua is one of the original tourist destinations in New Zealand, welcoming visitors for more than 200 years. After a hard day's sightseeing or strenuous activity, visitors can relax with a soak in the healing waters of the geothermal hot springs, such as the 'living waters' of Waikite Thermal Valley.
Not only is Rotorua a relaxing spa resort, it is also the ultimate destination for the extreme adventurer. Adrenaline pumping activities range from rap jumping down the face of a mountain, Zorbing - where you are strapped inside an enormous air-cushioned ball as you bounce down a hill, or for those with the need for speed try screeching downhill on the infamous Rotorua luge. You can even try tandem skydiving at the Rotorua Airport or challenge the rushing rapids of the Kaituna River.
Rotorua specialises in a wide range of cuisine to cater for all temptations. Varieties include a range of inexpensive bar meals and snacks, ethnic cuisine, popular takeaway outlets, fine restaurant dining and the traditional Maori feast (hangi), which provides a delightful mouth watering sensation.
To add a rich dimension to your Rotorua visit make sure you catch a Maori cultural performance, where stories and legends are relayed through a beautiful series of song, haka, and dance.
Rotorua is the heartland of New Zealand Maori culture, and visitors have the unique opportunity to experience the warm spirit of Te Maori.
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