Rotorua
An eggy scent hangs over sulphuric Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, which is home to spectacular geothermal springs, bubbling mud pools, geysers, and colourful geothermal terraces.
These natural features can be seen at various parks and open areas throughout Rotorua, but for a quieter experience, visit one outside the city. Orakei Korako, between Rotorua and Taupo, is a bit of a detour and requires a short boat ride to get across to the thermal terraces. If you’re driving a self-contained camper van, you’re allowed to park here overnight.
However, it’s not just the landscapes that attract visitors – 34% of Rotorua’s population is Maori, and cultural performances and banquets are worth seeing.
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Rotorua Tours
North Island Adventure
Road trip through New Zealand's North Island
7 daysFrom NZ$1,329| Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Auckland, Lake Taupo, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Solo Travel |
Northern Trail
Maori culture, beautiful landscapes and the best of the North Island
10 daysFrom NZ$3,039| Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Auckland, Lake Taupo, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Solo Travel |
New Zealand Wanderer
The best of the north with a taste of the south
12 daysFrom NZ$3,609| Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Kaikoura, Auckland, Lake Taupo, Christchurch, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Solo Travel |
Amplified New Zealand
Total Kiwi experience
16 daysFrom NZ$2,849| Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Kaikoura, Wanaka, Auckland, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Taupo, Christchurch, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Solo Travel |
Epic New Zealand
The full NZ experience
23 daysFrom NZ$4,227| Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Kaikoura, Wanaka, Auckland, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Taupo, Christchurch, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Solo Travel |
New Zealand Uncovered
Explore everything New Zealand has to offer
20 daysFrom NZ$6,174| Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, Rotorua, Coromandel Peninsula, Kaikoura, Wanaka, Auckland, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Taupo, Christchurch, Wellington | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Solo Travel |
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