Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your way to Rotorua, you will smell it before you see it, a geothermal wonderland that is still home to Tuhourangi and Ngati Wahiao people. Wander the trail network circling around bubbling mud pots and spouting geysers while learning about the heritage of those that have inhabited the area and lived off its features for over 200 years. We recommend the optional Cultural Performancel to see the famous Haka live! We will also visit The Redwoods & Whakarewarewa Forest, one of Rotorua’s most spectacular natural assets and one of the city’s greatest treasures. Important to have comfortable shoes, sunhats, swimming gears, drinking water. You will head back to sea with a new appreciation for the land and a smile on your face!
Rotorua’s volcanic history/sulphur smell/hot springs/geothermal pools and activity
iao people and located on a geothermal plateau, Whakarewarewa Village is New Zealand’s oldest continuous Māori tourism experience Self Guided Entry through Geothermal Trails (included in tour). Whakarewarewa Guided Village Tour ticket included Whakarewarewa Geothermal Trails ticket included Whakarewarewa Cultural Performance ticket included
Over 5600 hectares of forest awaits you. If you love the outdoors and want to experience nature at its best this area is definitely for you! One of Rotorua’s most spectacular natural assets and one of the city’s greatest treasures.
Cruise passengers: we will be waiting for you at the pier with a sign with your name on it
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