According to Māori legend, geysers are a gift from the gods and Te Whakarewarewa Valley has the largest remaining concentration of geysers in New Zealand.

Welcome to Pohutu Vista. Our Boutique B&B overlooks the world famous Pohutu Geyser, with breathtaking views of the city of Rotorua. We have extensive knowledge of Rotorua and New Zealand and offer a memorable stay for our guests .

Pohutu Lodge is a family-orientated motel offering quiet and comfortable accommodation. We are located at the southern end of Rotorua in the famous Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Our units are spacious and with four different types, there is something for everyone.

For the second time in less than six months, a previously dormant geyser has bubbled back into life at Te Puia|New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute (NZMACI) in Rotorua’s Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley.

Requires a reasonable level of fitness and sturdy footwear. 2 hours and 7.5 km.

The Tikitapu Trail Run is part of the Tarawera Trail Marathon & 50km since November 2016. You can choose between running/walking 16 or 23km – both starting at Pohutu Geyser, Te Puia and finishing at one of New Zealand’s most spectacular locations – Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake). Every finisher receives a beautiful wooden medal.

The faint scent of sulphur in the air and escaping curls of steam are the first hints of the district’s dramatic geothermal character. Rotorua’s array of geothermal features – volcanic crater lakes, spouting geysers, bubbling mud pools, hissing fumaroles and colourful sinter terraces – are sure to impress.   Day One Visit the mud pools and thermal foot baths at Kuirau Park, walk around this free attraction with the kids and stop off at the Kuirau Park Playgroun...

Midway Motel is just that - midway between Pohutu Geyser and the City Centre, across the road from Rydge's Hotel & Conference Centre. We accommodate families and groups within their budget.

This spectacular run and walk will start at Pohutu Geyser in the Whakarewarewa Thermal Field, Te Puia. From there, it’s ‘full steam ahead’ through Hemo Gorge and following Puarenga Stream into the heart of Whakarewarewa Forest. Following the hidden corners of Green Lake takes you to the views from the ridgetop on Woodstock Farm. Running past the sheep and back along the shores of Rotokakahi (Green Lake), it’s 15km along the new Tarawera Trail. With views of Lakes Ta...

There has never been a better time to experience the magic of Te Puia, as we share the stories that have shaped our land and culture. Te Puia is home to the world famous Pōhutu Geyser and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.