{"id":2904,"date":"2021-01-13T10:39:17","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:39:17","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2021-01-13T10:39:17","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:39:17","slug":"rotorua-tourist-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/holiday-destinations\/lakes-mountains\/rotorua-tourist-attractions","title":{"rendered":"Discover the best Rotorua tourist attractions for your trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Named for\u00a0Lake Rotorua<\/a>,\u00a0Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0is a spectacular town on the lakeshore of\u00a0North Island<\/a>\u00a0that\u2019s known for geothermal features and rich Maori culture. You\u2019ll find many exciting attractions in Rotorua, including geysers, thermal pools, volcanic landscapes and Maori cultural sites. You can experience the wonders of the natural environment with summit hikes and shoreline trails, or spend your time exploring the Maori culture with interpretive experiences. There\u2019s no shortage of adventure in Rotorua, whether you like watersports, extreme sports or hiking and biking in the forest. Find out more about the best Rotorua tourist attractions to plan a fun-filled trip with friends or family.<\/p>\n\n\n

Rotorua thermal pools<\/a>\u00a0for romance<\/h2>\n\n\n

Rotorua\u2019s thermal pools are one of the biggest draws of the destination. One of the best places to go to is the Wai-o-tapu Thermal Valley, a vast valley of bright orange and turquoise pools, volcanic craters, silica terraces, bubbling mud pits and steaming fumaroles. You\u2019ll find many other geothermal experiences in Rotorua, including day spas with natural mineral baths, hot pool resorts with family amenities and scenic hot pools in the wild.<\/p>\n\n

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Rainbow Mountain, Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0for beautiful hikes<\/h2>\n\n\n

Rainbow Mountain is a beautiful geothermal mountain with colourful stone and native plants that only grow in geothermal landscapes. You can hike to the summit of the mountain to take in sweeping views of the landscape and the unique environment. The Crater Lakes Walk also provides stunning views of the volcanic craters and steaming cliffs, while the Summit Track takes you straight to the top for views of the\u00a0Tongariro National Park<\/a>\u00a0and Lake Taupo. Lake Ngahewa, a lake in the area, is home to a variety of bird species for birdwatching.<\/p>\n\n\n

Tree Top Walk, Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0for rainforest adventures<\/h2>\n\n\n

Tree top walks are a great way to experience the vibrant wildlife and plants of the rainforest in the region with the kids. You\u2019ll find multiple tree top walks and canopy tours for families that give you experiences like ziplining and suspension bridge walks, as well as forest hikes and conservation information. One of the best in the area is the Redwoods TreeWalk, which travels through the iconic old-growth redwood forest.<\/p>\n\n\n

Kaituna<\/a>\u00a0for river fun<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Kaituna River is a roaring river that travels through the native rainforest outside of the city. If you want thrills, you can try a whitewater rafting experience on the river, which includes one of the only raftable waterfalls in the world, Tutea Falls. You\u2019ll find several tour operators in the area that provide guided river experiences to take in the scenery with some adventure with your active family.<\/p>\n\n\n

Blue and Green Lakes, Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0for watersports and cultural experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Blue and Green Lakes in Rotorua, known as\u00a0Lake Rotokakahi<\/a>\u00a0and Lake Tikitapu, are 2 gorgeous lakes with stunning blue and green waters. The lakes are close together, so you can easily experience the wonders of each on the same visit. The Blue Lake is a popular recreational lake for running, biking, swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing with the kids, while the Green Lake is a sacred Maori site with burial grounds. You can experience the beauty of Green Lake by walking along the Green Lake Walk on the shoreline.<\/p>\n\n

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Hot Water Beach, Rotorua<\/a>\u00a0for a natural spa experience<\/h2>\n\n\n

One of the most unique beaches in all of Rotorua,\u00a0Hot Water Beach<\/a>\u00a0is a geothermal beach with a spa feature in its centre. When the tide goes out, you can dig a hole in the sand to relax in your own soothing spa bath on the beach. The beach is also popular for other outdoor activities, including swimming, surfing and sunbathing with the kid.<\/p>\n\n\n

Velocity Valley<\/a>\u00a0for family fun<\/h2>\n\n\n

For an adrenaline-fueled excursion with the whole family, Velocity Valley is the best place. You can bungee jump or experience the thrill of skydiving with a wind tunnel. Rotorua also has a luge that starts with a gondola ride to the top and travels down the side of a mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n

Te Puia<\/a>\u00a0for cultural tours<\/h2>\n\n\n

If you want to experience Maori culture on your trip, the best place is the Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley at Te Puia. The\u00a0Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute<\/a>offers many cultural performances that chronicle the history and legends of the Maori people, as well as workshops for traditional crafts like weaving and woodcarving with the kids. You\u2019ll also be able to tour a live kiwi bird sanctuary and see the iconic Pohutu Geyser.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Located on the banks of Lake Rotorua in North Island, Rotorua is a vibrant destination with a rich variety of things to see and do. From outdoor adventure to extreme sports to cultural tours to family-friendly activities, you can have it all in Rotorua. 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