There are many attractions close to Waikite Thermal Valley and a few are a short drive to either Taupo or Rotorua. Please ask us during your visit if you would like some further recommendations of what to do around our stunning area.
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Waimangu is a 'must do' eco-experience if you wish to experience unique ecology, botany, and geothermal features.Waimangu can be enjoyed by people of all ages and physical abilities. Waimangu is truly a year-round eco-experience, easily accessible, and is just 20 minutes south of Rotorua, and 40 minutes north of Taupo |
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| Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland
The English meaning of "Wai-O-Tapu" is 'Sacred Waters' and is a Wonderland of Stunning Geothermal Activity. Located near Waikite Thermal Valley just 20 minutes drive south of Rotorua on SH5. Our Visitor Centre provides the gateway to New Zealand's most colourful natural volcanic environment.
Walk at your 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 as does the guaranteed daily eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser at 10.15am. |
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Tamaki Maori Village - Maori Cultural Experience
Journey back in time to a pre-European lifestyle experience of customs and traditions while ambling down the pathways of the rediscovered village as it comes alive to the sound and activities of tribal songs, dances, myths, legends and spiritual stories.
Enjoy the night's festivities with a banquet of succulent foods (hangi) cooked traditionally on hot rocks in an earthen oven. Winner of numerous NZ Tourism Awards. |
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Hells Gate
This is the only place in New Zealand where you can experience a mud bath complex, used since well before the 1840's.
This is home to some of the finest mineral mud in the world and has long been regarded as having remarkable curative properties.
Even in pre-European times, Maori warriors used the pools as a place to salve their wounds after battle. |
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New Zealand Riverjet
Only the New Zealand Riverjet Thermal Safari incorporates a fantastic geothermal wonderland and a thrilling jet boating experience. All this and more is packed into an absolute Must See Must Do 2 to 3 hour trip.
New Zealand Riverjet offers a unique adventure experience for anyone visiting Rotorua or Taupo! No other activity offers the Icons of New Zealand Riverjet and Orakei Korako to combine into one awesome day combo! |
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