Waimangu Volcanic Valley - 'The world's youngest geothermal system'
Waimangu Volcanic Valley is Rotorua's premier tourist attraction and a ‘must do’ eco-experience when you visit Rotorua.
Our exciting thermal attraction and sightseeing tours include unique ecology, rare botany and fascinating geothermal features such as steaming volcanic crater lakes.
A protected scenic reserve and wildlife refuge, Waimangu Volcanic Valley geothermal park encompasses beautiful Lake Rotomahana and is set in pristine New Zealand bush. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is just 20 minutes South of Rotorua and 40 minutes North of Taupo.
Waimangu Volcanic Valley is an exciting dramatic destination for the whole family to enjoy. Whatever your age or fitness level, you’ll find something that suits you from our choice of easy walks, advanced hiking and boat cruise experiences ranging in duration from 45 minutes to over 4 hours.
And should your wandering take you too far, our shuttle bus is always close by if you don’t want to walk back to the entrance. There you can browse through our well stocked gift shop and enjoy delicious snacks drinks in our modern café.
We also offer a variety of tours including transportation from Rotorua City hotels.
If you’re looking for outdoor activity, want to experience unique ecology, botany stunning geothermal features during your stay in Rotorua, Waimangu Volcanic Valley is the ‘must do’ experience that you can’t go past.
Qualmark accredited, multiple New Zealand Eco-Tourism Award winner, Waimangu Volcanic Valley is equally enjoyable in Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer.
Tours available:
- Self Guided Walking or Hiking Tours
There are many walks, mainly downhill, for you to choose from. You will see Echo Crater, and Frying Pan Lake, the world's largest hot water spring. Our mysterious and dramatic Inferno Crater and its beautiful blue hot lake will take your breath away.
The Mt Haszard Hiking Trail begins at Inferno Crater and moves high above the Waimangu Volcanic Valley floor. This nature hike provides spectacular panoramic views of the valley. We do not recommend this trail for children, pushchairs or wheelchairs.
- Lake Rotomahana Boat Cruise
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana. This beautiful lake has its own separate geothermal system, with the amazing thermal activity that can only be seen from our vessel. One of New Zealand’s most beautiful, unspoilt, natural wilderness areas, the lake and surrounding land are protected from development.
- Half Day and Full Day Guided Tours
3 different guided tours are available. Please visit our website for details, or give us a call.
Please mention you found us on the GoSeeNewZealand.co.nz website when you contact us!
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