Spouting geysers, bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, boiling lakes and colourful sinter terraces are just about everywhere in and around Rotorua
Besides taking advantage of our glorious hot pools, you must make time to check out our spectacular geothermal parks – each one so different from the others – in and around the city. These incredible, surreal places will leave you in awe and provide the most amazing backdrop for your photography.
Be sure to make time for Kuirau Park, just a few minutes’ walk from the city centre. Meandering paths through this city park take you to see mud pools and hot pools (too hot for bathing!). Then, take a load off and soak your feet in the free foot bath.
Elite Adventures
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Elite Adventures has been operating in Rotorua for more than ten years. Their guides are real local Kiwis who will ensure your visit to New Zealand will be one to remember.
Government Gardens
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Government Gardens is a beautiful public park situated along the edge of Lake Rotorua and just minutes from the city centre.
Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa
Geothermal Wonders, East
Hell’s Gate is Rotorua’s most active geothermal reserve and New Zealand’s only mud spa complex.
Kia Ora Guided Walks
Geothermal Wonders, Central
A highly personal and entertaining tour through Rotorua city including the picturesque Government Gardens and Ohinemutu Māori Village. Take this opportunity to share our history, explore our land and most importantly to meet our people.
Kuirau Park - Geothermal Wonderland
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Check out the natural boiling, bubbling and steaming geothermal action throughout Kuirau Park, New Zealand’s only free geothermal public park!
Lake Rotomahana
Geothermal Wonders, South
Sitting at the base of Mount Tarawera, Lake Rotomahana is steeped in history and surrounded by geothermal features like geysers, fumeroles and colourful steaming cliffs.
Totally Tarawera
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Guided cultural and geothermal tours to Te Rātā Bay and Hot Water Beach, including a natural hot pool soak.
Te Ara Ahi Bike Transport - Thermal Land Shuttle
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Based on our local knowledge and know-how, we provide transport services and tours for you (and your bikes) around Rotorua and the wider North Island.
Mt Kakaramea (Rainbow Mountain) Summit Track
Geothermal Wonders, Central
A 2.5km walk or mountain bike ride to the top of Mt Kakaramea rewards you with breathtaking 360° views.
Nature Connections Rotorua NZ
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Nature Connections Rotorua NZ offers travellers personalised small group tours to experience the amazing natural diversity of Rotorua's spectacular geothermal activity, stunning volcanic landscapes, scenic lakes, magnificent rainforests and birdlife.
New Zealand Riverjet
Geothermal Wonders, South
At New Zealand Riverjet we specialise in the extraordinary jet boating experience. With tours ranging from 1 hour to 5.5 hours, we offer our clients the opportunity to experience a true iconic Kiwi adventure.
Ōhinemutu Māori Village
Geothermal Wonders, Central
Connect with the culture, people, history and landscape that have made Rotorua the incredible place it is today.