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Trip Planner: South Pacific / New Zealand / North Island / Bay of Plenty Region / Rotorua District / Rotorua / Lake Rotorua

Lake Rotorua, Rotorua

4.4

#5 of 14 in Nature in Rotorua

#Water Body, #Nature / Park

Stretching for miles and miles, Lake Rotorua boasts the title of North Island's second-largest lake. Though the lake's high volume of sediment does not lend itself to water sports, the surroundings make a special treat for a wide variety travelers. Drive, walk, or cycle through the lush surroundings to discover farmland, native bush, and bubbling geothermal springs. If you do want to get onto the water, consider a trout fishing trip or hopping aboard the traditional paddle steamer that cruises the lake. Before you visit Rotorua, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

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Exciting Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $173

Duration: 13 hours

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Rotorua Gondola with optional Luge Ride BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $23

Duration: Flexible

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Rotorua Duck Tours - City and Lakes Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $51

Duration: 90 minutes

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By elodie6391 On March 13, 2018

Interesting and beautiful natural feature. Recommend having tour or local history to understand significance and use of geothermal features more »
By Margaretmolloy On March 13, 2018

A beautiful lake with wonderful views of the mountains.A glorious walking path around the lake which is interesting with all the thermals wonders around. more »
By OldieCH On March 13, 2018

Bei einem Besuch in Rotorua unbedingt einen Spaziergang zu See unternehmen. Schöne Parkanlage und ein attraktiver Uferweg. Verpflegungsmöglichkeiten und P vor Ort. more »

Necessarily take a walk to see when visiting Rotorua. Beautiful gardens and an attractive Riverside path. Catering facilities and P spot.

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