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    Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland , Rotorua
    4.5
    Hot Spring
    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 $21
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    Rotorua Canopy Tours , Rotorua
    4.9
    Zipline
    New Zealand's ONLY NATIVE FOREST ZIPLINE CANOPY TOUR - opened August 2012. Proud recipients of the Visitor Experience Award, Environmental Aw
    Tours from $95
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    Zipline , Rotorua
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    Zipline
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    Te Puia , Rotorua
    4.4
    Hot Spring
    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 $32
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    Huka Falls Walkway , Taupo
    4.7
    Waterfall
    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 $89
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    Where to stay in Rotorua

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    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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