Activities & Tours: North Island

Te Puia -Te Rā Guided Tour

A day of excitement, culture, kai and connection… For generations, Te Puia has welcomed manuhiri (visitors) from all over the world to explore the magic hidden within Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Our 90 minute guided tour will bring you face to face with the biggest, naturally active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere Pōhutu Geyser, and enjoy the up-close experience with the New Zealand Kiwi, in our brand-new Kiwi Conservation Centre. Be mesmerized by exploding mud pools all throughout the valley and gaze at beautifully crafted Māori-made artwork and sculptures visible throughout Te Puia. Watch carvers and weavers demonstrate their skills at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, and hear our guides share stories passed down from their ancestors. Our wānanga (school) is a lighthouse for indigenous culture, worldwide. We are honoured to open the doors to our wānanga and show you the work of internationally recognised artists.

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based on 193 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $59.54

Kaituna White-Water Rafting Adventure

Raft through 14 rapids including cascades ranging from 3 to 22 feet (1 to 7 meters), including the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Pass through steep, bush-clad canyons and New Zealand native forest, ideal for rafting enthusiasts and first-timers alike. River guides provide a full safety briefing with quality clothing and equipment for this 2 hour white-water adventure on the Kaituna River.

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based on 605 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $84.62

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua. Feel the rush and power as our V8 engine boats push you through the water, reaching speeds up to 85km/hr. Visit iconic landmarks including Kawaha Point, the Sacred Mokoia Island and Sulphur Bay, while discovering the history of the area. This is a very unique experience that won't disappoint. Suitable for all ages . Come and have fun with all the family or friends.Groups are welcome . We can carry 50 people at once with our 3 boats . We supply spray jackets if required and life jackets are mandatory. So come and give us a go. This is not to be missed when you visit Rotorua.

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based on 83 reviews

See Details → Duration :30 minutes
From $62.05

Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

Travel the short distance from Rotorua to Matamata, home of Hobbiton Movie Set. Upon arriving at Hobbiton, meet your guide who takes you through this working sheep farm, a prime filming location for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movie series with incredible views overlooking the world’s biggest outdoor movie set. Your tour group is smaller than the public tours with this tour option! Fans will love exploring the Shire, home to hobbit holes including Bilbo Baggins’s house. Stop for photos in front of the Mill, the party tree and the double-arch bridge as you’re entertained with tales about the making of the films. Then head to the Green Dragon Inn for a complimentary cider, ale or ginger beer. After your tour of Hobbiton, enjoy an included lunch at The Green Dragon marquee before your day trip ends with drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours 30 minutes
From $282.06

Ziplining Forest Experience - The Ultimate Canopy Tour Rotorua

Experience New Zealand’s one and only cliff walk, built around a volcanic rock 50-metres above the valley floor. Soar down a 400m tandem Zip-line and race your loved ones. Climb up through the layers of the canopy on our staircases that are truly an amazing engineering feat. This adventure is the ultimate way to explore the ancient giants and lifeforms in this forest that you can’t see anywhere else in the world! Since we opened in 2012 we have been protecting this special place and when you come along, you will be too! A portion of your entry goes straight back to our conservation project to help us continue to rescue and look after this magic place. We take photos for you and they are FREE after your tour via an email link. You are welcome to take as many videos and photos as you like too – you’ll be wanting to share this experience with everyone!

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based on 2217 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $156.07

Mt Tarawera Volcanic Guided Hike Experience

Experience the majesty of Mt. Tarawera, infamous for its volcanic eruption in 1886. This guided trek encompasses the stunning landscape and unique history of the area. You'll follow a winding trail to the crater's edge for a panoramic view of the geothermal area. Travel by 4WD vehicle from central Rotorua hotels.

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based on 229 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours 30 minutes
From $122.22

Twilight Kayak Glow worm Tour

This is a once in a life-time experience and different from any other Glowworm Tour you'll go on! Our adventure begins late afternoon / early evening at Riverside Adventures' base in South Waikato. Paddle along the southern edge of Lake Karapiro, over the old submerged Horahora Dam that produced electricity for the early Waihi goldfields. Learn the history of the Horahora village and enjoy the twilight & silence of being on the water as the day draws to an end. As night arrives over the lake , paddle slowly up the Pokaiwhenua Stream and through the canyon carved out by water over many hundreds of years. Native ferns & trees drape over you, bird life is all around. When darkness falls we float silently back downstream, being guided by the glow worms on either side sparkling like Christmas lights.

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based on 426 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $87.12

Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the surrounding areas. Admission fees to the thermal area of your choice are included, but lunch is at your own expense. This guided small-group tour operates with a maximum of 11 passengers and includes pickup from your centrally located accommodation in Rotorua. Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under 2 years, as part of the group - It can be booked as a private group tour - please ask TripAdvisor/Viator to contact us for the custom price Guaranteed departure - Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours

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based on 12 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours
From $159.83

Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa

Surrender to the serenity of nature's embrace at our lakeside sanctuary, where five mineral hot pools overlook Lake Rotorua. Relax in the therapeutic waters, including four alkaline and one acidic pool ranging from 36°C to 41°C. Revitalize with a cold plunge pool, while reclining on geothermally-heated loungers in our indoor relaxation lounge. Enjoy premium amenities such as towels, secure lockers, and complimentary toiletries. Families are welcome, with adult supervision required for children under 8. Enhance your experience with optional swimsuit rentals. Immerse yourself in tranquility and rejuvenation at our lakeside oasis.

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based on 89 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours to 4 hours
From $46.98

Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua

In the heart of 350 acres of lush farmland, only 10 minutes from the Rotorua city centre, you’ll find the Agrodome — a real working sheep and cattle farm that has been loved for over 40 years by visitors from around the globe. The Farm Show introduces visitors to the farm, animals and orchard, where they can hand-feed friendly animals, taste natural kiwifruit juice and delicious sweet honey, and find out what happens on a real Kiwi farm. New Zealand's ultimate farm experience. The Agrodome Farm Tour starts as you climb aboard the all-weather, all terrain vehicle. Along the way, there are fascinating things to learn - and a few laughs too! You’ll get to hand-feed and take photos with all sorts of friendly animals, including Romney sheep, cattle, deer, llamas, ostrich, pigs and alpaca! During your ride you may even spot some rare breeds of sheep. Hands-on, entertaining and educational – kids and adults alike love the Farm Tour.

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based on 130 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $31.42

4x4 Self Drive Yamaha Experience

Your 4x4 self drive buggy experience will take you along 100 year old forestry tracks and up to the very highest lookout in the whole of Rotorua. We have 2 seater & 4 seater buggies available depending on your group. You will be give a safety briefing prior to your tour departing and head into our training area for some laps to get used to driving this amazing buggy. Your tour is led by one of our qualified guides and half way through you have the option to swap driving seats so you share the driving. Safety helmets are provided and each driver must hold a valid drivers license from their country of origin. Amazing views with stops at designated lookouts along the way so don't forget to bring your phone to capture the moment.

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based on 87 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $94.02

Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

Hop into the saddle and experience the best of New Zealand’s great outdoors on this 1 hour horse trekking adventure from Rotorua. Choose the start time to suit your schedule, then follow a guide on horseback into the countryside around Mt. Ngongotaha. Explore green paddocks and working farmland, and enjoy fine views over Lake Rotorua in the distance. This tour includes all safety gear plus wet weather gear if raining.

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based on 137 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $47.01

Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are highly placed in the New Zealand vacation wish list. Thousands of tiny glowworms radiate their unmistakable luminescent light from the roof of the Waitomo Caves. You will travel through Rural New Zealand from Rotorua to the Waitomo Caves (approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes) in a mini bus with a maximum group size of 15. Upon arrival, you will join a guided tour of the caves, conducted by a local guide – the highlight of which is the boat ride along the Waitomo River where you have the opportunity to see the myriad of glow worm lights that make up the Glowworm Grotto. Travel in the afternoon from Rotorua. The tour departs at 1:45pm. After your tour, you will travel back to Auckland and be taken to your hotel in central city area by 8 pm. Guaranteed departure - We do not cancel on the rare occasions we have low numbers. We will travel for one person Leave Rotorua at 2pm - Hotel pickups from 1:15 pm and travel via Waitomo Caves back to Auckland

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based on 9 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours
From $184.90

15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this captivating overview of this stunning area.

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based on 7 reviews

See Details → Duration :15 minutes
From $150.43

Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua

Fly high over breathtaking volcanic landscapes on an unforgettable 30-minute seaplane flight from Rotorua. See New Zealand's world-famous volcanic scenery as you fly over spectacular Mt. Tarawera, the Blue and Green Lakes, and the gurgling geysers of Whakarewareewa Thermal Reserve. Flying at a time to suit you, this scenic air tour will fit into even the busiest of itineraries.

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based on 31 reviews

See Details → Duration :30 minutes
From $230.66

Activities & Tours: North Island

Te Puia -Te Rā Guided Tour

Kaituna White-Water Rafting Adventure

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

Rotorua to Auckland via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

Ziplining Forest Experience - The Ultimate Canopy Tour Rotorua

Mt Tarawera Volcanic Guided Hike Experience

Twilight Kayak Glow worm Tour

Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa

Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua

4x4 Self Drive Yamaha Experience

Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua

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