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Hot Spring
Te Puia , Rotorua
4.4
Take a guided tour of the thermal geysers at Te Puia, Rotorua's undisputed star attraction. A short ride south of the city center, this therm
Tours from $44
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland ©
Hot Spring
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland , Rotorua
4.5
Discover the surreal volcanic landscape of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, a natural geothermal area stretching over 18 sq km (7 sq mi). Choos
Tours from $138
Huka Falls Walkway
Waterfall
Huka Falls Walkway , Taupo
4.7
Hike or bike the trails around Huka Falls Walkway, draining the country's largest lake by surface area and appealing to both amateur photogra
Tours from $80
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest ©
Forest
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest , Rotorua
4.8
Bike or hike through Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest, a pristine natural world featuring a spectacular stand of giant California Coast redwood
Tours from $37
Waimangu Volcanic Valley ©
Volcano
Waimangu Volcanic Valley , Rotorua
4.6
The result of a volcanic eruption from 1886, Waimangu Volcanic Valley represents the world's youngest geothermal system. The area features se
Tours from $31

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Where to stay in Rotorua

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland ©
Rotorua has a range of different accommodations, mainly centered around the lake itself. In this downtown area you will find luxury hotels and hostels, many benefitting from good views of the surrounding scenery. Farther out of the town, comfortable motels offer those with a car a good option for setting up a base from which to explore the area. Campers and others wanting to enjoy the outdoors as soon as possible can opt for campsites and RV parks, all best accessed by car or taxi.
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Rotorua

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