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Experience the best of Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Māori culture with a Te Puia Day Pass. Explore the world-famous Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, home to steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, and the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere. Walk scenic pathways through this unique geothermal landscape while learning about its natural history and cultural significance. Enjoy access to the Kiwi Conservation Centre, where you can observe New Zealand’s iconic kiwi bird in a specially designed nocturnal environment. Visit the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute to see traditional carving and weaving skills being preserved by talented artisans. Continue to the Āhua Gallery and Rotowhio Pā to gain deeper insight into Māori heritage, art, and community life. This self-guided experience offers an unforgettable combination of nature, culture, and conservation in one of New Zealand’s most celebrated attractions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Te Puia
Discover the natural wonders and rich Māori heritage of Rotorua with a visit to Te Puia. Join a guided journey through the spectacular Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, where steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, native bush, and the famous Pōhutu Geyser create an unforgettable landscape. Watch the Southern Hemisphere’s largest active geyser erupt as your guide shares stories about the region’s geothermal activity and cultural significance. Visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre for a chance to see New Zealand’s iconic kiwi bird in a specially designed nocturnal habitat. Explore the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where talented students preserve traditional carving and weaving techniques passed down through generations. Learn about Māori customs, history, and artistic traditions while experiencing one of New Zealand’s most celebrated cultural and geothermal attractions.
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meet-up information: Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time
- Address: Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ
- Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand
- Please refer to the https://goo.gl/maps/XbTR1Q7oWUJEwAx98 for assistance
- How to get there: Rotorua City Ride offers a bus service from the Rotorua CBD to Te Puia (Rotorua route 2)
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
- Opening hours: Mon ~ Sun 08:45 - 17:00
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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