Private Tour to Rotorua’s Natural wonders and Māori Arts & craft.

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12 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands…in this action packed tour.
Featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush explored by Te Puia’s guided tours. Te Puia is home to the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and offers a state-of-the-art Kiwi Conservation Centre, so you can get closer than ever before to New Zealand’s national treasure- the native Kiwi bird.

For generations, Te Puia has welcomed manuhiri (visitors) from all over the world to explore the magic hidden within Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley.

Be awed by the Haka, the Māori word for dance then experience the Hāngi (food cooked in a traditional way) buffet lunch, which includes European dishes

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
The tour includes return transfers to Auckland City, all CBD Hotels & Ports of Auckland
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from all Auckland CBD hotels, Airport pick ups available on private and group bookings only, please contact us for further information.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Lake Rotorua is the second largest lake in the North Island of New Zealand

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Historical government garden

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Rotorua is a unique region where geothermal activity is evident from the steam appearing on the hills, parks and the lakefront. We will guide you past many of its famous attractions and historical sights, lake Rotorua, The government gardens, Polynesian spa. You will arrive at Te Puia and with a local guide, you will encounter bubbling mud, pools of boiling water and stunning geysers. The Pōhutu geyser is the main attraction. Pōhutu is the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, she erupts once or twice every hour reaching heights of up to 30 meters (100 ft). At Te Puia, you will get to see New Zealand’s national iconic flightless bird, the Kiwi. Experience the unique ways Māori adapted to life in Rotorua. Witness an authentic Māori cultural performance including the traditional Haka, an ancient type of war dance or challenge, used nowadays in important ceremonies and celebrations. (Cultural performance not available on shared small group tour) Our trip to Rotorua weaves together the fascinating geology, rich culture and colonial beginnings of this region that makes it a ‘must visit’ destination.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum numbers apply
Supplied by Black Car Transfers & Tours

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Cancellation Policy

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

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