The centre of Māori art & culture and home to the world-famous Pōhutu Geyser

Tour Duration

11 Hours

Tour Summary

On this private day tour from Auckland, experience a personal encounter with Rotorua’s stunning geothermal wonders, including the world-renowned Pōhutu geyser and the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute at Te Puia. Immerse yourself in Māori culture as you explore bubbling mud pools, steam vents, and geysers, while also meeting New Zealand's native kiwi birds in their dedicated enclosure. Enjoy a traditional Hangi buffet lunch, infused with indigenous flavours, and end with an authentic Māori concert—offering a truly enriching cultural experience for the whole family that connects you to the heart of our people, culture, and place.

Tour Highlights

• Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops.
• Sightseeing of historical government gardens, blue bath and Whangapipiro thermal springs.
• Plenty of time in a landscape of steaming thermal waters.
• Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser.
• Spot the iconic New Zealand kiwi bird at the nocturnal house.
• Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools.
• Captivating experience of the Whakarewarewa geothermal wonderland.
• Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land.
• Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard.
• English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• Guided group tour at Te Puia Geothermal Valley.
• Traditional Hangi buffet lunch.
• Māori cultural performance.
• Rotorua city highlights – Drive through Government gardens, Whangapipiro thermal springs & Blue Bath.

Tour Requirements

• Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, and any essential personal items.

• Suitable for people of all ages and Easy and good fitness level required.

• You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.

• Please dress with an additional layer of clothing (in winter) & closed toe footwear.

• Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking.

• Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed.

• Special requests are subject to availability.

Optional Add-Ons

Deluxe Lake Spa

Nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua lies Deluxe Lake Spa – a geothermal bathing and soul soothing retreat, where you can experience wellness sourced from Rotorua’ s very own backyard. Embrace nature’s sanctuary and slip into five mineral hot pools overlooking Lake Rotorua. The slightly acidic Priest Spring relieves tired muscles, aches and pains while the alkaline waters of the Rachel Spring nourish skin.