easy
5–9 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels as much of the trip is guided with options for easy walking.
Discover Rotorua with your own local guide on a fully customizable private tour. From geothermal wonders to Māori cultural experiences, Elite Adventures delivers a tailored day of adventure and insight.
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Experience the wonders of Rotorua with a personalized tour led by your own local guide. Enjoy the freedom to customize your itinerary, from exploring geothermal parks and wildlife sanctuaries to indulging in traditional Māori culture. This unique adventure offers endless possibilities for a memorable day tailored just for you.
You will be picked up from your accommodation venue and meet your driver / guide. We then take a short drive out to New Zealand’s largest active boiling mud pool, then onto the colourful geothermal park of Wai-O-Tapu. Your guide will explain all aspects of the area including…
Now choose either a walk through Waimangu Volcanic Valley, a scenic geothermal valley containing New Zealand’s largest hot spring and spectacular native bush. Or perhaps a scenic helicopter or float plane flight around the lakes and geothermal area.
Next we visit one of New Zealand’s most popular wildlife sanctuaries, Rainbow Springs. See Kiwi birds, as well as many other of our endangered birds, Rainbow trout and the Tuatara. A showcase of New Zealand flora and fauna, all explained to you by your own exclusive guide.
We then drive around the Rotorua Lakefront, seeing it’s historical sites and geothermal activity. Finish the day with a soothing soak in the natural hot springs of the Polynesian Spa. Bathe in the natural mineral spas with varying temperatures. Cosmetic and massage treatments are also available.
Other Activities That Can Be Included on Your Elite Adventure
Reserve your exclusive tour well in advance to ensure availability and to tailor the itinerary precisely to your interests.
Rotorua’s weather can shift quickly, especially near geothermal areas; pack layers for comfort throughout your day.
Stay hydrated during your explorations, especially when walking through geothermal valleys and wildlife areas.
Follow your guide’s instructions carefully at Māori cultural sites and geothermal features to preserve their integrity.
Rotorua sits on top of an active volcanic caldera, with geothermal activity shaping both the landscape and local Māori cultural practices for centuries.
Tourism here supports conservation efforts for endangered native species and promotes sustainable engagement with Rotorua’s geothermal areas.
Protects you from unpredictable rain and wind during outdoor sections of the tour.
spring specific
Necessary for navigating geothermal parks and wildlife sanctuaries safely.
Provides crucial protection from strong sun exposure common in summer months.
summer specific
For capturing spectacular geothermal landscapes and cultural moments.