Explore The Lakes Tour
Overview
Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm
By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value.
With 18 lakes in the Rotorua area our Explore The Lakes Tour provides a driver-guided exploration of some of the highlights of New Zealand’s Lake District: Hamurana springs, the largest fresh water spring in the North island. Okere falls and Tutea falls with Native forest walk. lake Rotoiti, the Blue and Green lakes and lake Tarawera. Explore our favourite scenic spots and natural springs on foot. Take photographs at your leisure and learn about Rotorua’s colourful culture and history from our knowledgeable and friendly guide.
• Highlights
• Small group, relaxed atmosphere.
• Informative, outgoing driver-guide.
• Breath-taking scenery.
• No queues .
• Half day tour.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua Central only.
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
1167 Fenton Street
Rotorua 3007, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Lake Rotorua (pass by)
Hamurana Springs Nature Reserve
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Okere Falls
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Rotokakahi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Tarawera
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A maximum of 8 people per tour
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Supportive footwear such as trainers or hiking boots is recommended
- This tour includes walks of up to 2 kilometers, a good level of fitness and balance is required for all participants
- Risk Disclosure: We operate a strict safety management system that is audited to New Zealand standards. It is important for you to be aware of the risk and hazards of this tour which are: uneven grounds, tree roots, rocks and slippery surfaces that could result in slips, trips and falls causing injury / strains / sprains / or broken bones
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore The Lakes Tour?
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Activity code: C-87230P2
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 68 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua Central only.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore The Lakes Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore The Lakes Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua Central only.
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A maximum of 8 people per tour
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Supportive footwear such as trainers or hiking boots is recommended
- This tour includes walks of up to 2 kilometers, a good level of fitness and balance is required for all participants
- Risk Disclosure: We operate a strict safety management system that is audited to New Zealand standards. It is important for you to be aware of the risk and hazards of this tour which are: uneven grounds, tree roots, rocks and slippery surfaces that could result in slips, trips and falls causing injury / strains / sprains / or broken bones
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
