Thermal Path Tour
Overview
Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm.
Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track" mud pools and best thermal areas. Dip your toes or fully immerse yourself in our favourite hot springs.
Rainbow Mountain, Crater Lakes - uniquely coloured vegetation and lakes. Waiotapu mud Pool - boiling mud with mini-eruptions guaranteed. Hot lakes a natural thermal experience like no other. Te Manaroa Spring - NZ's largest source of 100% boiling spring water. Finish the day soaking in Waikite Valley Thermal Pools Spring n Spa.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Local guide
- None
Meeting Location
1167 Fenton Street
Rotorua 3007, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
On this 4 hour thermal tour you will be traveling in a modern, comfortable coach with a Friendly and knowledgeable local guide, Stephen.
Departing from the Information Center Rotorua, you'll first head out of the city to Rainbow mountain, enjoy this half hour walk with great views and unique geothermal vegetation. After exploring the crater, you'll head to Kerosene Creek a geothermal heated river where you can dip your toes or yourself. Next stop the largest and best example of boiling mud, take your time and experience the sounds and activity of this amazing natural phenomenon. last stop Waikite Valley Hot Springs, a short walk will lead you to the "living waters" of Te Manaroa Springs the largest discharge of boiling water in NZ. Finishing the day relaxing in one of the many silky-smooth mineral hot pools.
Returning you back to Rotorua.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 8 people per tour
- Supportive footwear such as trainers or hiking boots is recommended
- This tour includes walks of up to 2 kilometers, a good level of fitness and balance is required for all participants
- Risk Disclosure: We operate a strict safety management system that is audited to New Zealand standards. It is important for you to be aware of the risk and hazards of this tour which are: uneven grounds, tree roots, rocks and slippery surfaces that could result in slips, trips and falls causing injury / strains / sprains / or broken bones. Note: in geothermal areas please keep to formed trails/paths as thin crust surfaces, gases (carbon dioxide and sulphide) and hot fluids are present; contact with this can cause serious injuries, asphyxiation or death. When bathing in geothermal waters keep your head above the water at all times because of the risk of contracting the potentially fatal Amoebic Meningitis
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-87230P4
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