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  • Hobbiton Movie Set and Farm Tours
    Daily guided tours are available ex Matamata and Rotorua to visit the original Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The set has been returned to its natural state however, hobbit holes and some structures still remain. Tour includes a sheep shearing demonstration and bottle feeding of the pet lambs. The Shire's Rest (function centre/café) is now available for your conferences/private functions. Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the rural property with full bar and catering facilities. Sheep Farm Experience includes sheep shearing demonstration, bottle feeding pet lambs and feeding hand reared pet sheep. Plus Farm Stay Accommodation Find out more..

  • Hell's Gate - Wai Ora Spa
    Considered to be the most active of the Rotorua thermal areas, Hell's Gates has the largest active mud volcano in the southern hemisphere as well as the only hot waterfall. This reserve is of great importance to the Ngati Rangiteaorere tribe, who have lived in this area for more than 700 years. All the guides at Hell's Gates are of Te Arawa descent. The geothermal park is just half of the complex, with the other being New Zealands famous Wai Ora Spa, complete with full geothermal mud baths, mineral spas which make skin healthier, softer and smoother. Wai Ora Spa is also the only place you experience the Mirimiri style massage, a relaxation massage, which focus not only on physical relaxation, but also mental and spiritual relaxation. Find out more..

  • Mamaku Blue Blueberry Experience
    Free Entry to Discover the Unique World of Blueberries! Mamaku Blue is the only Blueberry Experience, & Winery in New Zealand. Our Retail gift shop has tastings of Blueberry Wine, Liqueurs, Pure Juice, Preserves, etc we developed the recipes, make the products, only sell through our Complex Shop. The Blueberry Cafe invites you to taste our Blueberry Pie, Muffins, Pancakes, Venison and Blueberry Pie, Blueberry Ice Cream sundae! A Large function Centre for Group catering. Plenty of parking for buses and visitors. Blueberry Lovers Paradise. Tours of Orchard, Factory and Winery by appointment. Located 20minutes North of Rotorua off SH5. Find out more..

  • The New Zealand Caterpillar Experience
    Not just a load of old bulldozers...the world's first display of vintage Caterpillar earthmovers and fascinating stories of a slice of New Zealand's pioneering past all ages enjoy. Follow the treasured stories of how the tough men and their brave families, together with machinery, transformed this country's rugged landscape from the late 1800's through to today. Captivating archival films and interpretation boards take you back in time as you relive this by-gone era. Open; Daily Duration; 60 min+ Characteristics; Education/Special Interest - valuable direct links Conference - large pre-themed venue. Find out more..

  • Tarawera Legacy
    Follow in the path of the Tuhourangi people a sub-tribe of Te Arawa, from their arrival to Rotorua through to the devastating 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera. In this moving story of strength, courage and resilience you will encounter legendary Tuhourangi ancestors, discover their warm culture and traditions, and become part of the dramatic event that changed the course of history for the Rotorua region. Experience the violent eruption of Mt Tarawera at Rotorua Museum Explore the excavated site of Te Wairoa at Buried Village Meet descendants of the survivors of the eruption at Whakarewarewa, the living thermal village. Find out more..

  • Agrodome Sheep Show and Farm Tour
    The Agrodome Sheep Show is a one-hour performance, presented in a specially designed all-weather auditorium. During the show the audience will see nineteen sheep breeds, the art of sheep shearing, sheepdog demonstrations, cow milking, bottle feed baby lambs and an exciting sheep auction. Show times: 09.30am, 11.00am and 2.30pm daily. Experience the Authentic Working Farm Tour. It is great fun, educational and very entertaining from start to finish! In one hour, you will tour our pure New Zealand farm in an all-weather, all terrain vehicle. Farm Tours Depart: 10.40am, 12.10pm, 1.30pm and 3.40pm daily. Also a range of Adventure Activities on-site. Find out more..

  • Rotorua Duck Tours
    We Specialise in introducing Rotorua's rich history and viewing some of it's spectacular scenery. The fun begins as soon as you climb aboard these amazing WWII landing crafts, where you will meet your legendary 'Conducktor'. Come and join us on our 90 minute scheduled Rotorua City and Lakes Tour where we explore Rotorua and its most famous lakes and landmarks. Highlights include; 'splashdown' onto two lakes, geothermal activity, Maori culture, Rotorua and Mount Tarawera. You haven't seen Rotorua until you've seen it from a duck. Find out more..