Spirit of the earth - Rotorua
Amazing range of geothermal and volcanic activity
Arrive in Rotorua and you immediately know you are somewhere like nowhere else. Just minutes from city centre are hissing geysers, boiling water, bubbling mud and sinter formations providing evidence of Rotorua's incredible earth forces. |
Spirit of a living culture - Rotorua
Modern lifestyle infused with ancient Maori traditions
The heartland of Maoridom, Rotorua is where the Arawa people have lived, worked and played for more than six centuries. Te Arawa have been guiding visitors through their geothermal backyard for more than 160 years, with their welcoming tradition passed down from generation to generation. |
Rejuvenate your spirit - Rotorua
Health and wellness options recall a rich spa heritage
Rotorua's reputation as a natural spa destination dates back more than 160 years. Traditional mineral pools are relaxing after a day of sightseeing or adventure. Options for seeking relaxation, revitalisation and rejuvenation include a wide range of health, beauty and spa treatments based on local mineral and geothermal resources. |
Discover nature's spirit - Rotorua
Revel in the beauty of lakes, forests and outdoor spaces
Rotorua's 15 fishable lakes plus the myriad rivers and streams are a fantastic place for any freshwater activity or adventure. Ringed by scenic tracts of bush, forest and farmland, the lakeland chain was formed and shaped by cataclysmic volcanic activity in times past. |
Challenge your spirit - Rotorua
Opportunities for adventure experiences abound
Rotorua truly is an adventure playground with endless thrill, leisure and sporting options. Mountain bike on some of the world's best tracks, roll downhill in the New Zealand designed Zorb, go luging, walk into the mouth of a volcano or raft the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall. |