2 days in Rotorua Itinerary

Surrounded by lakes and featuring impressive areas of geothermal landscape, the city of Rotorua offers an otherwordly landscape and a welcoming, peaceful environment, with the culture of the native Maori people very much in the foreground.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Happy Ewe Cycle Tours. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Fri): take a spin around town with Happy Ewe Cycle Tours, identify plant and animal life at Orakei Korako Geothermal Park & Cave, and then stroll around Centennial Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: trek along Tikitapu Nature Walk, explore the activities along The Bridge at Waiotapu Stream, identify plant and animal life at Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool, take in the natural beauty of Lady Knox Geyser, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, and finally view the masterpieces at New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Rotorua online trip builder.

In July, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.