WAIMANGU VOLCANIC VALLEY
| 'The world's youngest geothermal system' |
| TripAdvisor Reviews rate Waimangu No 1 attraction in Rotorua |
"A highlight of NZ. One of the best North Island experiences. Amazing, unique and gorgeous. Go at your own pace and soak it in. Make sure you take the extra time and effort to climb to Mt. Haszard to see the blue lake. It is out of this world. At the end of the walk which takes about 3 hours with the detour and tons of pictures you can get a free bus back to the parking lot. We went in April and saw only a few other people. The signs and brochure are very informative. Also, unlike Rotorua itself, this place does not smell. The price is reasonable too especially for NZ." 12 May 2012, BostonGirl88, USA
Waimangu Volcanic Valley is Rotorua's premier tourist attraction and a ‘must do’ eco-experience when you visit Rotorua.
Our exciting thermal attraction and sightseeing tours include unique ecology, rare botany and fascinating geothermal features such as steaming volcanic crater lakes.
A protected scenic reserve and wildlife refuge, Waimangu Volcanic Valley geothermal park encompasses beautiful Lake Rotomahana and is set in pristine New Zealand bush. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is just 20 minutes South of Rotorua and 40 minutes North of Taupo.
We offer a range of self-guided eco tours and walks, from a 45 minute walk through this geothermal park to an extended 4 hours through the amazing Valley.
Click here for an interactive map, which gives an overview of our walks and hikes and the Lake Rotomahana boat cruise.
View Waimangu's steaming landscape and other fascinating geothermal features as you follow our crater walkways. Choose an easy-walking track or take an invigorating hike to enjoy superb panoramas. Click here to view Visitor Options.
Our courtesy Shuttle Bus runs through the valley regularly and can return you to our Visitor Centre.
We also offer 3 popular Guided Tours which include transport to and from Rotorua. Click here to view our Guided Tours.
Round off your visit with a boat cruise on beautiful Lake Rotomahana, seeing rare geothermal sights not accessible on foot.
Put Waimangu Volcanic Valley at the top of your list of things to see and do in Rotorua. |